Little Adventures

Philadelphia suburbs Chester County, PA

Chester County with kids

30 places, 13 good for a rainy day.

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Playgrounds, parks, story times and rainy-day saves across Chester County, picked for families with little ones. Everything here is kept current by local parents and the people who run these places.

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  1. Museums & libraries American Helicopter Museum & Education Center West Chester, Chester County, PA Hangar full of helicopters at Brandywine Airport with hands-on exhibits, kids' workshops and free parking; children under 2 free. Ages 2–12 $$ Indoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  2. Playgrounds Anson B. Nixon Park Kennett Square, Chester County, PA Free 100-plus-acre Kennett Square park with playgrounds, ponds, trails, seasonal restrooms and a free Wednesday summer concert series. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  3. Farms & zoos Highland Orchards Marshallton, Chester County, PA Year-round farm market and bakery near West Chester with pick-your-own fruit, fall hayrides, a corn maze and pony rides. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Restrooms Free parking Food nearby
  4. Indoor play Imagination Street Exton, Chester County, PA Exton pretend-play town for ages 1-8 with nine themed playhouses and a cafe-style lounge where parents can sit with coffee. Ages 1–8 $$ Indoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  5. Arboretums & gardens Longwood Gardens Kennett Square, Chester County, PA World-class gardens in Kennett Square with an Indoor Children's Garden, treehouses, fountains and seasonal shows; kids 4 and under free. All ages $$$ Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  6. Parks & trails Marsh Creek State Park Upper Uwchlan, Chester County, PA Free state park around a 535-acre lake with boat rentals, trails, picnic areas and a separate fee-based pool complex. All ages Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking

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