40 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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