Things to Do with Kids in Marion, IL

  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Marion, Illinois, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carbondale, Makanda and Cobden.
  • From Rent One Park to Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center, the Marion area offers 34 different types of family activities, including: Off Road & ATV, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • Williamson County, Illinois is home to the city of Marion, with over 17,000 residents. The city spans an area of 16 square miles with a relatively large population. Marion acts as the largest retail center in Southern Illinois, also maintains a downtown area rich in art and culture, as well as being an industrial center for the area.
  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Marion, Illinois, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carbondale, Makanda and Cobden.
  • From Rent One Park to Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center, the Marion area offers 34 different types of family activities, including: Off Road & ATV, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • Williamson County, Illinois is home to the city of Marion, with over 17,000 residents. The city spans an area of 16 square miles with a relatively large population. Marion acts as the largest retail center in Southern Illinois, also maintains a downtown area rich in art and culture, as well as being an industrial center for the area.
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History Museums 538 Independence Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 MoreLess Info
With the focus on regional maritime history, Cape River Heritage Museum displays local artifacts ranging from wall sized maps to steamboat models. The museum also has a permanent collection of fire and police memorabilia.
43.9 Miles
100% 9 votes
Historic Homes 325 South Spanish Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
The historic Glenn House is a museum that was established in 1883 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum features many original architectural features such as moldings, wall treatments, and lighting.
44.2 Miles
84% 37 votes
Bridges Morgan Oak Street, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
For a scenic view of the Mississippi River, the travelers can always visit the Riverfront Bridge Park. There is also a new bridge, built in the place where the old one stood.
44.2 Miles
90% 73 votes
Zoos 2763 County Road 618, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Cape Girardeau is home to the Lazy L Safari Park, a series of barns that let visitors get up close and personal with many fascinating animals. Most of the denizens of Lazy L Safari Park are available for petting and feeding.
44.4 Miles
78% 54 votes
Water Parks 1565 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO MoreLess Info
Water slides, playgrounds and a lazy river are found on Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center's site. It can host birthday parties and other special events.
44.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Water Parks 1565 N Kingshighway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Located within Osage Park, Cape Splash Water Park is a family aquatic center with water-based activities, concessions and changing rooms. The park features a spray pad, slides, a lazy river, swirl and leisure pools and umbrella shade structures.
44.5 Miles
33% 18 votes
Parks 920 West Fort Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Built in 1861, the Fort D Historic Site was originally a military fort used during the Civil War. Now a historic landmark, the Fort D Historic Site is a major center of Civil War reenactment exercises.
44.8 Miles
98% 100 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2289 County Park Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Intended for adults and children alike, the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center has hands-on exhibits, three classrooms, and auditorium which can seat 160 people, and other facilities.
44.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks County Park Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Cape Girardeau County Parks oversees all the county parks in the city of Cape Girardeau. Parks include monuments, a disc golf course, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds, and host a variety of special events.
44.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2277-2299 N County Park Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 MoreLess Info
Situated on 79-acres of forestry, the Missouri Conservation Nature Center is a natural preserve that is characterized by woodlands, creeks, and prairie plantings. The land is also home to Lake Springfield.
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