- TripBuzz found 600 things to do with kids in or near Andover, Massachusetts, including 595 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Lowell and Brookline.
- From Ironstone Farm to Andover Historical Society, the Andover area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Theaters, History Museums and Farms & Ranches.
- Settled in 1642, Andover is approximately 30 minutes from Salem. Because of its close proximity, the city was involved in the Salem Witch Trials, and three Andover residents were found guilty and executed. The city is known for its prestigious private schools, including the Phillips Academy, which has churned out many famous graduates, including George H.W. Bush and his two sons.
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30.2 Miles
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25 Shipyard Drive, Hingham, MA 02043
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Offering first-run feature films, Patriot Cinemas at the Hingham Shipyard features six auditoriums with stadium seating. The theater provides a room for birthday parties as well as a concession area with food and drinks.
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The Moonstruck Theater Company is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to producing theatrical productions for the surrounding community. The company features plays such as ‘Xanadu’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’.
30.3 Miles
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The Blue Hill Observatory
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1904 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA 02186
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The Blue Hill Observatory offers public tours where visitors can browse all kinds of weather equipment and also see amazing views from atop their tower. It is inaccessible by car and requires a mile-long walk up a hill.
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Stodder's Neck is an off-leash dog park that offers a safe space for dogs to run and socialize with each other. The park features benches and picnic tables, as well as equipment to clean up after your pet.
30.4 Miles
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32 votes
1904 Canton Ave., Route 138, Milton, MA 2186
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The Department of Conservation and Recreation's Blue Hills Trailside Museum is a state-owned, natural history museum. The museum features outdoor wildlife exhibits including species such as snowy owls and rescued river otters.
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Space Entertainment Center
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51 Zapora Drive, Hooksett, NH 03106
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Featuring a 5,000-square-foot laser tag arena, Space Entertainment Center also provides bumper cars along with pool and air hockey tables. The center offers private event hosting, arcade and redemption games and a grill with food and drinks.
30.4 Miles
A grand carousel in operation for over 80 years, Paragon Carousel has four rows of 66 horses and two Roman chariots. It is decorated with 35 original paintings, 36 cherubs and 18 goddesses looking down as the organ plays.
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In business for over 10 years, Nantasket Kayaks offers rentals of kayaks and stand up paddle boards. The facility also offers individual and group instruction as well as guided tours.
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Considered to be one of the last remaining throwback arcades of the old Nantucket boardwalk, Dream Machine of Nantasket offers a wide range of classic games like skee ball and games of chance. Directly adjacent to the beach, this indoor arcade even has prizes in exchange for game tickets.
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Ward Park was named after the late Artemas Ward and stretches almost 20 acres. The park has a 2-foot wading pool, a local museum, a playground, a yoga studio, and tennis courts.