40 Family Staycation Ideas

Family Staycation Ideas

Sometimes traveling abroad (or even to another state) is just out of the question – you may be trying to save money, can’t leave or take family members with you or even a situation like we are facing today with the current pandemic where it’s better to stay put. But you don’t have to travel far to have fun! We’ve rounded up some unique, fun, and budget-friendly staycation ideas for you and your family. Enjoy 😁

1. Be a tourist in your own city

2. Take a hike

3. Go camping (even if it’s in your backyard)

4. Go bike riding around the city and trails

5. Picnic at the park

6. Go to a concert or a play

7. Go to your local zoo or aquarium

8. Go to a museum exhibition

9. Enjoy activities at your local library

10. Visit a local historic landmark

11. Join in a local scavenger hunt

12. Go to an escape room game

13. Enjoy a farmer’s market or local festival

14. Fly kites

15. Spend some time at your favorite park

16. Tackle a house project

17. Get creative at family art sessions

18. Head to a farm nearby

19. Go to a splash pad

20. Enjoy a day at your local pool, beach or nearby pond or lake

21. Visit a local waterfall

22. Go kayaking or canoeing

23. Go river rafting or paddle boarding

24. Visit a local water park

25. Go fishing with the kids

26. Take a train ride

27. Try a new restaurant

28. Prepare a meal you’ve never had before

29. Build a fort and have a movie marathon

30. Go to a nearby drive-in

31. Have your own family/friends cooking or baking competition

32. Have a potluck or barbecue with family/friends

33. Play outdoor games or sports

34. Enjoy a day at the rec center

35. Play laser tag, paintball or miniature golf

36. Go to a hotel or stay at an Airbnb for a night or two

37. Build a fire pit and roast hot dogs and s’mores

38. Visit a state park or nearby national park

39. Have a board game night with family/friends

40. Check Groupon and other deals for unique activities in your town

Be sure to comment below if you went on any of these activities – we’d love to hear from you 🥰

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