- TripBuzz found 99 things to do with kids in or near Garner, North Carolina, including 89 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary and Apex.
- From Rush Hour Karting to Polar Ice House, the Garner area offers 59 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Go Karts and Theaters.
- Originally a railroad town in the late 1800's, Garner is now a quaint, family-friendly suburban town in North Carolina. Staying true to their early American heritage, residents of Garner are warm and friendly, making it a wonderful place to visit. The Garner Performing Arts center is a registered historical building, as are many others throughout the area, and is located in the entertaining historical downtown district.
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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An institution of the University of North Carolina, the North Carolina Botanical Garden is a sensory delight full of fragrant flowers, majestic trees and a profusion of beautiful flowering plants.
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The Carolina Tiger Rescue helps to rehabilitate animals that have often been removed by court order. Visitors can take a tour; help feed the animals including tigers, lions, leopards, cougars, caracals, servals, ocelots, bobcats, bintuwurangs, and kinkojos; or attend a behavior training demonstration.
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The historic University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was the first public university in the United States. The campus of this respected research university is lush and inviting, making it a lovely place for an afternoon stroll.
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Dedicated to the beauty of the stars, the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is located in coveted 'dark sky country,' enabling its telescopes to see much more than those in areas with greater light pollution. The Planetarium is open throughout the year and offers special programs for kids.
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Showing a mix of independent films and blockbuster hits, Varsity Theatre offers popcorn with real butter. They typically show 2 movies at a time. Visitors can rent out the theater for fundraisers, birthday parties, and other events.
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250 E Franklin St, CB 3480, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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Both permanent and traveling science exhibits are presented at the Morehead Planetarium & Science Center. The shows within planetarium vary throughout the month and cover special presentations of nature documentaries along with standard astronomy shows.
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Kidzu Children's Museum
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123 (Suite B) W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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Fun and interactive, Kidzu Children's Museum offers a variety of activities to enhance the education of both children and adults. Programs include hands-on learning in the areas of art, theater, music, health and nutrition.
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At the heart of Chapel Hill is Franklin Street, a charming area full of intriguing boutiques and fine dining establishments. After a meal, visitors enjoy strolling through town and admiring the many elaborate window displays.
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Chapel Hill's Triangle Boat Tours offers a panoply of excursion options. Its most popular offerings are the fall foliage tour, romantic moonlit ride, daytime voyages and sunrise cruises. The company also accepts charter reservations for birthay parties.
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Featuring historical sites and buildings, West Point on the Eno is a popular tourist spot in the Durham area. Visitors can also explore nature along the walking trails or enjoy a relaxing picnic by the river.