- TripBuzz found 119 things to do with kids in or near Boonsboro, Maryland, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frederick, Hagerstown, Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry.
- From Greenbrier State Park to Crystal Grottoes Caverns, the Boonsboro area offers 95 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Caverns & Caves, National & State Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Nestled at the foot of South Mountain lies the rural village of Boonsboro. Rich with heritage and charm, the town features a downtown retail area popular with locals and visitors. Many historic farms, homes, churches and a Washington Monument are all part of the city's historic walking tour, and tourists also enjoy the cities close proximity to local state parks and former battlefields.
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14.4 Miles
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43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
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Frederick Visitor Center provides guests with a range of activities as well as information. The Center offers gift cards, souvenirs, bike racks, maps, guides and information on attractions along with a state of the art theater featuring an orientation film.
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Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
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3600 Old Frederick Rd., Thurmont, MD 21788
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The picturesque Loy's Station Covered Bridge in Old Frederick Road has a picnic area with a playground for kids. There is also a creek nearby, several other picnic tables scattered along the stream, horseshoe pits, and grills.
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408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Offering above ground experiences, Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry has 72 challenge elements spread across six courses to choose from. Activities include rope and log bridges, zip lines, and rock walls.
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Harry Grove Stadium at Stadium Drive is a family and kid-friendly place. They have a playground, a carousel and a merry-go-round. The concession stand offers affordable rates for hot dogs, slaw, chicken, fries, etc.
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Roads & Rails Museum offers reasonable admission rates. They have a gift shop where visitors can buy souvenirs and toy trains. Kids and adults will surely love their scavenger hunt.
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White water rafting adventures, tubing adventures, Zip Line Canopy Tours, kayaking and canoeing tours, stand up paddle boards rides, mountain bike, and fishing adventures are all available from River Riders. Additionally, the company operates the Aerial Forest Adventure Park where visitors can experience zip li…
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The Speedway on National Pike is an old-fashioned speedway with grand stand seating and clean restrooms. They have a food selection of burgers hot dogs, pizza, fries and more. Visitors can camp for free on the premises.
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The Thurmont Regional Library offers a wide variety of materials and programs along with wifi and computers. The library features unique architecture that is a reflection of the nearby historical Catoctin Furnace.