Are you looking for creative family vacation ideas this year? A fun trip that all ages will enjoy? Perhaps you’re interested in an enjoyable vacation time at a lesser-known destination that requires travel.
If so, keep reading for a list of some of the best family-friendly destinations in the state of Michigan.
The Air Zoo
On your upcoming Michigan family vacation, make a stop at the Air Zoo - it’s a massive facility dedicated to flight and space travel. Your kids can explore a huge replica of the ISS (International Space Station), take a ride in a flight simulator or simply explore all the exhibits throughout the museum.
The Air Zoo is open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. The facility is sponsored and operated by the Smithsonian Institute. It’s targeted toward both kids and adults, making it a popular stop for families who want an activity that’s both fun and educational.
General admission to the Air Zoo is $19.50 for adults and $15.50 for children. Toddlers and infants under the age are allowed to enter for free. Alternatively, if you buy your tickets three days in advance and online, you’ll save 10% off the regular ticket price. If you plan to go multiple times in a year, you may want to purchase a family membership. Not a bad deal.
The Henry Ford Museum
The Henry Ford Museum isn’t all about Henry Ford. Rather, it’s about the American experience and a long history of ingenuity and commerce. The target audience is children and young adults, but there are numerous activities and resources for adults too. The curators focus on interactive and fun exhibits that capture kids’ imagination and make learning fun.
Like the Air Zoo, you can visit the Henry Ford Museum every day, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. The admission cost is $14 for adults, $10 for kids, $13 for seniors and is without charge for kids under the age of 5. If you’re interested in learning more or about upcoming exhibits or events, then visit their website at thehenryford.org.
Indoor Water Parks
Michigan is full of indoor water park resorts and hotels. You can hit the budget friendly Gold Rush or the family-focused Great Wolf Lodge along with numerous other water parks that are open all year-round.
Expect to pay more than you would at a standard hotel, but enjoy the benefits of relaxing by the pool while your kids are entertained with water sports and fun.
Corn Mazes
If you’re traveling to Michigan in the autumn, you have to check out a corn maze. The state has some of the biggest in the country, and they add a great touch to a Michigan family vacation. For more information on some of the best mazes in the state, you can visit bestmaze.com and get all the details you need.