Things to Do with Kids in Jacksonville, NC

  • TripBuzz found 49 things to do with kids in or near Jacksonville, North Carolina, including 33 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Swansboro, Surf City, Emerald Isle and Sneads Ferry.
  • From Lynwood Park Zoo to Equine Country, the Jacksonville area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
  • Ranked in 2014 by Forbes as one of the Fastest Growing Small Cities in America, the charming city of Jacksonville is a popular residential and business community. To those visiting the area, the city offers multiple scenic, family-friendly city parks, local shopping centers and a selection of casual and fine dining.
  • TripBuzz found 49 things to do with kids in or near Jacksonville, North Carolina, including 33 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Swansboro, Surf City, Emerald Isle and Sneads Ferry.
  • From Lynwood Park Zoo to Equine Country, the Jacksonville area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
  • Ranked in 2014 by Forbes as one of the Fastest Growing Small Cities in America, the charming city of Jacksonville is a popular residential and business community. To those visiting the area, the city offers multiple scenic, family-friendly city parks, local shopping centers and a selection of casual and fine dining.
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46.5 Miles
Featuring many exhibits for children to play on, Children's Museum of Wilmington offers a variety of activities to keep them entertained. They have a spaceship, playhouse, audio room, and wooden boat. They also have a petting zoo.
46.5 Miles
98% 94 votes
Sailboat Tours 221 S Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
With other 35 years of experience, Captain Alan Held who conducts Sail Wilmington NC can be a valuable tour guide. Guests can arrange for private one hour tours on his 30 foot boat called Jammin along the river front.
46.6 Miles
97% 2305 votes
Military Museums #1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC 28402 MoreLess Info
The USS Battleship North Carolina was used as a battleship in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. Visitors to the ship can tour it, hear oral histories, view photographs, and see momentos.
46.6 Miles
82% 387 votes
Zoos 20 Orange Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
The cash only admission to the Cape Fear Serpentarium is well worth it as visitors see at least 23 species of venomous snakes, at least six species of constrictors, and at least three species of crocodiles, and four species of Great Lizards. Visitors can also watch feedings.
46.6 Miles
69% 177 votes
Boat Cruise Water & Dock Streets, Wilmington, NC MoreLess Info
The Henrietta III is a steamboat similar to the Henrietta that sailed the waters near Wilmington in 1817. Cape Fear Riverboats, Incorporated offers dinner cruises, murder mysteries, sunset cruises, and sightseeing cruises, aboard the boat.
46.6 Miles
95% 481 votes
Boat/Yacht Charters 212 S. Water Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
Up to 49 visitors can enjoy a ride on the fully enclosed catamaran owned by Wilmington Water Tours. Available tours include sunset cruises, historical tours, and tours of the Cape Fear waterway. The boat offers alcoholic drinks.
46.6 Miles
94% 66 votes
Military Museums 1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
Visitors to the USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial have many tour options available, and can spend hours climbing throughout the battleship and experiencing the various bunkers, engines, turrets and guns. The ship also has a gift shop.
47.2 Miles
89% 988 votes
Aquariums 900 Loggerhead Road, Kure Beach, NC MoreLess Info
At Fort Fisher Recreation Area visitors can touch a bamboo shark, talk to a SCUBA driver, and climb on play equipment. Visitors can also see animals being fed, including freshwater carp, striped bass and sturgeon.
47.3 Miles
83% 78 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 302 Willard Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
The 250-acre Greenfield Park is a recreational park that includes 2 tennis courts, a skate park, an outdoor amphitheater, and boat rentals. The park has opportunities for swimming, fishing, and mountain biking.
48.1 Miles
100% 62 votes
Kayaking Wilmington, NC 28409 MoreLess Info
With Mahanaim Adventures - Kayaking Day Adventures, visitors can explore the region's creeks, rivers, basins, and islands by kayak with an experienced guide. Each trip has a different theme, from eco-tours to sunset trips.
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