Things to Do with Kids in Macon | Family-Friendly Activities | Macon, GA

Kid-Approved places.

Ready for your next family trip? Museums, sporting events, the great outdoors and so much more awaits your family!

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Have a picnic at Amerson River Park while the kids enjoy the playground or relax on the beaches of Lake Tobesofkee while having a friendly (or hard-core) game of volleyball. For the sports fanatics add a visit to the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame or get fit while having fun at Macon Rocks Climbing gym! Whether your kids have a love for animals that can be embraced at the mini-zoo founds at the Museum of Arts and Sciences or a obsession for all things aerospace, found at the Museum of Aviation, Macon has something to please everyone in the family.

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Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is one of the Nation's best-kept secrets, but not for long.

Lake Tobesofkee

Located just outside Macon's city limits, Lake Tobesofkee is a year-round recreation area covering nearly 1800 acres with 35 miles of shoreline.

The Ocmulgee River

Enjoy the bubbling Ocmulgee River on a kayak, sitting in a canoe, or floating on a tube.

Live Music & Nightlife

As exciting as Macon, GA is during the day, at night the city has a whole new energy that's perfect for folks who want to get out and chill out... or dance…

The arts and culture of Macon can be seen in our galleries, street art, museums, weekly events, theatres, and people. Visit one of our performing art venues such as Macon Little Theatre…

History & Architecture

From indigenous heritage to African American culture that is celebrated at our museum and historic theatres, or through glimpses of the past seen at to historic homes and our cemeteries: Step back…

Orchards & Farms

In Macon, Georgia, our lush orchards and bountiful farms invite you to savor the sweet tastes of our Southern heritage!

A city that feels closer to a garden with walkable greenspaces downtown, and parks and trails that will take you along beautiful lush forests or even marshlands near the Ocmulgee River.

Macon is a hub for sports whether it's cheering on the team at hockey or baseball games or experiencing it yourself by exploring outdoor trails, golfing, tennis, and of course, pickleball!

Shopping in Macon will have you singing like Little Richard with our variety of shopping malls, boutiques, and more.

Find your perfect Tour!

Step in the footsteps of history and learn about the landmarks which makes Macon such a soulful city. Find a guided van tour, an interactive walking tour or enjoy a self-guided tour…