Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Burlington

"William B. Umstead Park is the home of many nostalgic memories of cookouts, camping trips, and picnics for Raleigh natives. The state park includes 20 miles of trails for both seasoned hikers and casual walkers alike and is home to some of the most well preserved nature in the Triangle. Picnic shelters with tables and grills operate on a first-come first-served basis, but can also be rented ahead of time, perfect for a birthday celebrations or graduation picnics for members of the class of 2021 (consider ordering premade meals from Catering Works for occasions such as these)."

"The 5,000 acres of William B Umstead Park hosts some of the best hiking trails near Raleigh. Umstead’s 13 miles of multi-use paths are perfect for horseback riding, jogging, and cycling, but they’re only the beginning of this park. More than 22 miles of foot traffic hiking trails await, with many of them flat."

"The next point in our list of things to do in Greensboro for couples is a visit to Greensboro History Museum. If you love learning something new and experiencing new things, this museum has its doors open Tuesday – Sunday to 5 p.m for you. The museum will tell you the story of Greensboro from the American Revolution to modern days."

"The Greensboro History Museum rests in downtown Greensboro in a building that was once the city’s First Presbyterian Church. Spanning 17,000 square feet and more, its gorgeous Romanesque Revival architecture shows you classic beauty from 1892 the moment you arrive. It’s clearly one of the city’s best tourist attractions!"

"Perfect for travelers hitting Greensboro with kids in tow, the city’s children’s museum is a place of quirkiness and curiosity. The main exhibit is Our Town; a small-scale replica of a US city that comes complete with pizza take-outs and bustling main streets – perfect for a spot of make believe. There are plastic planes to clamber over too, with cockpits and exit slides at the ready, not to mention a replica of a 1930s home inspired by a classic Fisher Park dolls’ house."

"This attraction is tailor-made for kids, a parents’ dream come true. Greensboro Children’s Museum believes in hands-on learning and so your children will be occupied with a variety of fun activities. For instance, there are cooking classes and science programs, both tailored to spark curiosity in the young ones."

"Kids will love interacting with 20 permanent, hands-on exhibits inside this children’s museum, including a supermarket, pizzeria, theater, and train depot."

"If you plan a full day at Duke University, you may want to start at Sarah P. Duke Gardens and make your way to the Duke Chapel. The Sarah P. Duke Gardens is one of the top spots to visit in Durham because of its stunning garden displays that are considered among the best in the United States. The 55 acres of gardens are located on the Duke University campus and are free to visit."

"Take a break and stroll the 55 acre public gardens on Duke University's campus. Learn about native plants and those unique to other parts of the world, enjoy a bite to eat at the on-site cafe, or take a guided tour throughout the space."

"In April 1865, at Bennett Place, the largest troop surrender of Confederate soldiers occurred, effectively ending the American Civil War. Confederate general Joseph E. Johnson met there with his rival, General William T. Sherman and surrendered all the southern armies in Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas. Today you can explore the museum gallery and historic structures, watch special re-enactments, and visit a theatre which shows a short film called ‘Dawn of Peace.’"

"The Bennett Place Historic Site, constructed in 1789, played a pivotal role during the American Civil War because it was the site where the last major Confederate Army surrendered under career officer Joseph E. Johnston."

"A stroll through the neo-Gothic campus of Duke University is a must when in Durham. But your walk must include a stop at the 210-foot soaring beauty that is Duke University Chapel. With a Flentrop Organ (5,200 pipes) and 50-bell carillon, setting foot inside the chapel and looking around will leave you awestruck."

"Duke Chapel stands at the center of campus and greets visitors when they arrive. It is a neo-Gothic style building and you’d almost expect the Hunchback of Notre Dame to take up residency in one of the towers. You are able to attend church services here, though plenty of people simply walk around the perimeter."

"Situated at the center of Duke University, the Duke University Chapel is popular for its Collegiate Gothic style and is a top attraction for tourists who visit Durham."

"Step inside the Duke family home, preserved in much the same way that it was in the 1800s, when Washington Duke started his tobacco empire forever changing the Durham landscape and the U.S. tobacco industry. Walk through the homestead and see the buildings on the Duke family farm, tobacco barns, and the original factory. The Duke family was one of the wealthiest families in the United States at the beginning of the 20th century."

"Once the home of the Duke family, this estate also doubles as a tobacco museum. You can take a 45-minute guided tour or explore on your own. The Duke family made their fortune with tobacco manufacturing."

"As one of the South’s largest plantations and once spanning 30,000 acres with 900 slaves, Historic Stagville is a preserved slice of history. The site is now used to teach about the lives and work of the enslaved population, with free tours available."

"The Stagville State Historic Site was once one of the largest plantations in the U.S. from the 18th century to the 19th century. It spans 71 acres and is now a well-known history museum."

"Don’t miss a Greensboro National Historic Landmark, the Blandwood Mansion. The impressive building once served as the home of John Motley Morehead, North Carolina’s governor from 1841-1845. A notable public servant in the infrastructure development and history of the city, Morehead advocated for railroads and railroad services for Greensboro."

"There are many historic landmarks that you can visit in Greensboro, and one of the best is Blandwood. Trip Advisor says that his beautiful house is located on Washington Street. It is open to the public to take guided tours of the building, and you can see many interesting artifacts, antique furniture, and works of art."

"The Bog Garden is this nature preserve and a botanical garden which is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. This is a free park and is open every day if you want to visit this week. There is no entry fee for this garden and it was actually a part of Star Mount Farms."