- TripBuzz found 30 things to do with kids in or near Waterville, Maine, including 25 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Augusta, Skowhegan and Gardiner.
- From Railroad Square Cinema to Flagship Cinemas, the Waterville area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, History Museums, Parks and Sports Teams (Amateur).
- Located by the Kennebec River, Waterville, Maine is a unique and historic city. Many local eateries, food from local farmers and craft artisans, the Maine International Film Festival, Taste of Greater Waterville, and more attractions are part of the Waterville culture. There is rich history to explore in the Redington Museum and structures throughout the downtown that are named on the National Register of Historical Places.
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Featuring a bronze statue of a young child, Samantha Smith's statue in Augusta pays tribute to her impact on history during the Cold War. The statue has a small plaque with background information on her life.
18.5 Miles
The 20-acre Capitol Park is located next to the State House. Families enjoy having picnics under the park's trees, and playing ball on the large public lawns that were originally designed for band performances and public speeches.
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171 Capitol Street, Suite 2, Augusta, ME 04330
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At the Children's Discovery Museum, children can pretend they work in a restaurant, grocery store, construction, or bank. Children can also put on a puppet show, touch the marine life in the touch-tank, make music, create art, and climb into a tree house.
18.7 Miles
The Viles Arboretum, formerly the Pine Tree State Arboretum, features a conifer collection, a lilac collection, a native plant garden, a rock garden, Urban & Community Forestry Collection containing 36 species of trees especially chosen for their ability to do well in an urban environment, along with many other…
19.0 Miles
Quarry Run Disc Golf is an 18-hole disc golf course located within the Augusta Golf Park. Visitors can rent discs to use while playing the course and have the option of paying one price and playing all day.
19.2 Miles
Hosting regional hockey leagues and tournaments, Sparetime Recreation Augusta offers visitors a recreational bowling experience complete with shoe rentals and glow bowling. Visitors can purchase a party package that includes bowling games, refreshments, and more.
19.3 Miles
A state of the art, regulation sized ice rink, The Bank of Maine Ice Vault features conference rooms and a pro shop in addition to the ice area. It hosts public skating as well as organized hockey and figure skating.
19.9 Miles
Founded in 1901, the Lakewood Theater is the oldest summer establishment of this kind in America. It has its own restaurants, which offers the theatergoers plenty of specialties to enjoy during the show.
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Located in the heart of downtown Gardiner, Gardiner Waterfront offers a public boat launch as well as areas for picnicking and fishing. The boardwalk offers views of the water and opportunities to fish.
23.3 Miles
Kennebec River Rail Trail is a multi-purpose walkway which runs parallel to old railroad tracks and offers scenic views of the river.