Kids Activities, Field Trips in Michigan & Other Fun Places: 2026 Guide

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Field Trips in Michigan & Kids Activities Ideas

One of the best ways for kids to experience Michigan? Take them on a unique field trip in Michigan.

We have so many fascinating museums, zoos and interesting learning experiences in every corner of the state.

Whether you are a teacher making plans for your class, a homeschool parent brainstorming ideas, or a chaperone for an upcoming trip wondering what exactly you have gotten yourself into, our Field Trip Guide will help you as you prepare.

Search for outing ideas based upon the age level of the kids participating, or by the type of outing.

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9 Types of Field Trips in Michigan

Michigan offers a wide variety of activities for kids that are both fun and educational. Here are a few broad topics to explore:

1 – Play at an Amusement Park or Family Fun Center
Michigan’s biggest amusement park is Michigan’s Adventure in Muskegon. It’s open during the warmer months.

Family Fun Centers, both indoors and out, pepper the state’s landscape as well. In West Michigan, Craig’s Cruisers, Rebounderz of Jenison, BattleGR and Allegan Event are popular options.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium and Peppa Pig World of Play offer fun and learning in Auburn Hills.

For a sensory-friendly option for play, We Rock The Spectrum offers multiple locations throughout Michigan.

2 – Visit a Water Park
Michigan has several water parks, such as Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City and Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark in Boyne Falls.

3 – Explore Nature
Michigan has many parks and nature preserves that offer kids’ activities as well as hiking, biking, and park ranger programs.

Some popular Michigan parks include the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Ludington State Park and Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park.

Camp O’Malley offers also gets outside and into nature.

4 – Go to the Zoo or an Animal Sanctuary
Michigan has several zoos and animal sanctuaries, such as John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, the Potter Park Zoo in Lansing, and the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary in Augusta.

Popular field trips in Michigan include the Detroit Zoo
Detroit Zoo

5 – Visit a Science Center
Popular Michigan science centers are located throughout the state, including Michigan Science Center in Detroit, Impression 5 in Lansing, the Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo.

6 – Visit a Museum
Michigan has several children’s museums, such as the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum and the Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum.

In West Michigan, popular museums include the Ford Presidential Museum, Holland Museum, Michigan Maritime Museum, and the White River Light Station and Museum

Michigan offers many art museums too, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, and in West Michigan, the Grand Rapids Art Museum and the Muskegon Museum of Art.

7 – Tour a Factory or Farm
Some factories offer tours that are educational and entertaining for kids, such as the Ford Rouge Factory in Dearborn, where you can learn about the history of the factory and how cars are made.

In West Michigan, learn about farming at Plainsong Farm and Ministry in Rockford or Post Family Farm in Hudsonville. Or visit the MSU Tollgate Farm in Novi.

8 – Attend a Sporting Event
Michigan has professional teams like the Detroit Lions, Pistons, Tigers, Red Wings, regional teams like the West Michigan Whitecaps or Lansing Lugnuts, and also college teams like the Wolverines and Spartans.

Attending a game is a great way to spend a day with family, friends, or classmates.

9 – Catch a Show
Watch a movie at Studio C or go to a live performance at places like the Civic Theatre or Grand Rapids Ballet.

Directory of Kids Activities and Field Trips in Michigan

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John Ball Zoo Education Department
John Ball Zoo Education Department
John Ball Zoo Education Department
John Ball Zoo offers a variety of educational programs to meet all of your needs including Zoo visits and travel zoos to your classroom.

STEM programs keep students engaged, whether they’re engineering a new animal habitat, testing penguin nests against environmental constraints, or trying their hand at a zookeeper duty.

Wild Encounters bring topics like adaptations or habitats to life, allowing students to meet ambassador animals up close.

Kent County Schools enjoy FREE admission thanks to the 2016 milage, and non-Kent County schools enjoy a discounted admission rate.

Educators can access free resources available on the Zoo website to enhance in-classroom learning as well as easy ways to make your Zoo visit more impactful for your students.
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Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities

Activity Type: Animals or Farm Experience, Early Childhood, Science and Nature, Virtual Field Trips

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Individual Families, Homeschool, Daycare, Camp

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Adults, Elementary, High School, Middle School

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ 1300 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Craig's Cruisers
Craig's Cruisers
Craig's Cruisers
Epic field trips start where the fun never ends!

Craig’s Cruisers offers group packages that include both food and fun for your student’s rewarding field trip!

Enjoy unlimited food in the buffet. Choose from our full salad bar, pasta, breadsticks, pizza (gluten and dairy free pizza is available upon request), roasted chicken, mac-n-cheese, cookies, ice cream, Pepsi products and more!

Your event takes place rain or shine with over 120,000 square feet of indoor recreation.

Featured offerings:
• Go-Karts
• Laser Tag
• Trampoline Park
• Cruiser Coaster
• Glow Golf
• Arcade
• Mini-Golf
• Zip Line

Contact our helpful sales team for a reservation!
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Activities

Activity Type: Indoor Fun, Outdoor Adventure, Team Building

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families, Daycare

Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

We loved your rates and buffet, the kids want to come back again for our good behavior trips!
ð–¡¡ 5730 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Citizens—One Field Trip at a Time

At the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum’s DeVos Learning Center, students discover civics in action.

Free programs led by engaging instructors, and rooted in President and Mrs. Ford’s values, inspire the next generation of active citizens.

Groups of all sizes are welcome. Book your visit today.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities

Activity Type: History and Social Studies, Museum

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Homeschool

Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle School, High School

Admission: Admission Fee, Free

General Location: Grand Rapids

I love to get the students out into the community (and) they love to come down to the Museum. The (staff) does a really nice job giving the kids classroom time and also time to explore." - Maureen K, Kentwood Public Schools
ð–¡¡ 303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Field trips to the Grand Rapids Public Museum give students a fun, hands-on way to connect classroom learning with the world around them.

From exploring Michigan history and science exhibits to experiencing the planetarium, students engage their curiosity and critical-thinking skills.

Exhibits and educator guides encourage questions, discussion, and discovery, making learning memorable and fun.

Kent County kids 17 and under visit the GRPM free every day.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours

Activity Type: Museum, Indoor Fun, Early Childhood, Science and Nature, History and Social Studies

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Free, Admission Fee, Assistance Available

General Location: Grand Rapids

"My students made connections with space, fossils and so much more! I truly believe that when children can see and witness things in person it enhances their level of understanding." - Visiting Middle School Teacher
ð–¡¡ 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Binder Park Zoo
Binder Park Zoo
Binder Park Zoo
A field trip to Binder Park Zoo blends education, adventure, and inspiration.

Students explore expansive, naturalistic habitats like Wild Africa Savanna, where giraffes, zebras, and addax roam together.

Hands-on learning, up-close animal encounters, and engaging conservation messages bring classroom lessons to life.

Wide pathways invite exploration, while knowledgeable staff spark curiosity.

From native Michigan wildlife to global species, Binder Park Zoo fosters meaningful connections to nature, builds empathy for animals, and leaves students inspired long after their visit.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences

Activity Type: Early Childhood, Animals or Farm Experience, Science and Nature, In Person Tours

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Middle School, High School, Elementary, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Kalamazoo

ð–¡¡ 7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014
Allegan Event
Allegan Event
Allegan Event
Looking for a fun and unique field trip spot?

Allegan Event is just 30 minutes from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Holland and home to Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course.

Kids love the 16 climbing walls, arcade, and exciting outdoor attractions, including a seasonal maze, mini-golf, and the SkyTour® Outdoor Zipline.

It is perfect for field trips, birthday parties, and team-building groups. Book your adventure today!
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences

Activity Type: Indoor Fun

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Homeschool, Individual Families, Camp

Grade Levels: Preschool, Middle School, High School, Elementary, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Kalamazoo

ð–¡¡ 439 River St, Allegan, MI 49010
Air Zoo
Air Zoo
Air Zoo
Educators who experience the Air Zoo's hands-on approach find that our programs complement their lessons and offer a one-of-a-kind educational experience.

We provide programs at the Air Zoo, where students can explore science, or we can bring these engaging programs to you.

Our dynamic STEAM education programs meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Michigan Science Standards.

These exciting opportunities motivate students while sparking curiosity.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Activities, Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours

Activity Type: Children's Museum, Indoor Fun, Museum

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Individual Families, Homeschool

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, High School, Middle School, Adults

Admission: Assistance Available, Admission Fee

General Location: Kalamazoo

ð–¡¡ 6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002
Studio C (Celebration Cinema)
Studio C (Celebration Cinema)
Studio C (Celebration Cinema)
Field trips that educate and engage!

An amazing bridge that brings learning from the classroom to the big screen.

With free teacher resources, and IMAX documentaries that tie into STEM curriculum -- we are the best field trip.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips

Activity Type: Early Childhood, Indoor Fun, Science and Nature, History and Social Studies, Arts and Entertainment, Team Building

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ Locations throughout Michigan
BattleGR Tactical Games
BattleGR Tactical Games
BattleGR Tactical Games
BattleGR’s Field Trips are fun for all ages, customizable to fit your group’s needs.

BattleGR's activities are packed with communication, leadership, and are teamwork-focused.

Try Tactical Laser Tag (with 40+ game modes), Archery Tag, interactive inflatables like Hungry Hippo, axe throwing, basketball, volleyball, futsal, foam parties, and more.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Guided Activities

Activity Type: Indoor Fun

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ 284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Bring learning beyond the classroom with a field trip to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum!

Students explore hands-on, interactive exhibits that spark creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving.

With GRCM’s play-focused approach, your class builds essential skills for the future—while having a blast learning through play.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities

Activity Type: Children's Museum, Indoor Fun, Museum, Early Childhood, Arts and Entertainment

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ 11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Plainsong Farm
Plainsong Farm
Plainsong Farm
Grow good food for neighbors in our production fields while discovering where your food comes.

Students of all ages connect to nature and each other while serving the community.

Optional add-on activities available for groups with young children.

Schedule now for 2026 slots.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities

Activity Type: Animals or Farm Experience, Service Learning

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Free, Admission Fee, Donations Accepted

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ 6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341
Camp O'Malley
Camp O'Malley
Camp O'Malley
Camp O’Malley offers 40 acres of scenic woods and riverfront space for field trips, day trips, and rentals.

Our customizable programs, outdoor activities, and versatile facilities provide a safe, fun, and memorable experience for youth groups, schools, and community events.
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences

Activity Type: Service Learning, Other, Outdoor Adventure, Team Building

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults

Admission: Admission Fee

General Location: Grand Rapids

ð–¡¡ 7360 Thornapple Dales Dr SE, Alto, MI 49302
Impression 5
Impression 5
Impression 5
Play, create, and challenge your understanding of science in the world around you!

Just a short day trip away, Impression 5 Science Center is the perfect hands-on destination for curious families to enjoy exciting STEM experiences that spark imagination and exploration.

A fun, easy getaway filled with discovery!
Quick Facts

Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities

Activity Type: Early Childhood, Children's Museum, Indoor Fun, Museum, Science and Nature, In Person Tours

Group Type: Schools, Scouts, Youth, Daycare, Camp, Homeschool, Individual Families

Grade Levels: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary

Admission: Admission Fee, Donations Accepted, Assistance Available

General Location: Lansing

ð–¡¡ 200 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI 48933

More Field Trip Spots

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3 Mile Project 3050 Walkent Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities
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Abrams Planetarium 755 Science Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824 Guided Activities
Accidental Art (Rockford) 355 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341 Grand Rapids
Adventure Mining Company 200 Adventure, Mass City, MI 49948 Guided Activities, Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences
Air Zoo 6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Activities, Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
Allegan Event 439 River St, Allegan, MI 49010 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences
Altitude Trampoline Park 3495 Alpine Ave NW, Walker, MI 49544 Indoor Fun
AMC Theatre 3000 Alpine Ave NW, Walker, MI 49544 Indoor Fun
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum 220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
ArtPrize Grand Rapids, MI Day Trips, Self Guided Tours
Automotive Hall of Fame 21400 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI 48124 History and Social Studies, Museum
Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park 1 Boyne Mountain Road, Boyne Falls, Michigan 49713 Indoor Fun
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BattleGR Tactical Games 284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321 Programs Offered: Guided Activities
Belle Isle Park 3 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit, MI 48207 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours
Binder Park Zoo 7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences
Blandford Nature Center 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours, Day Trips
Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park 8313 Pratt Lake Ave SE, Alto, MI 49302 Early Childhood, Animals or Farm Experience, Science and Nature, In Person Tours
Bricks 4 Kidz (Piatt Brickz, LLC) Multiple Locations in Grand Rapids, MI Guided Activities
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Camp Blodgett 10451 Lake Shore Dr, West Olive, MI 49460 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences
Camp Henry 5575 Gordon Ave, Newago, MI 49337 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences
Camp O'Malley 7360 Thornapple Dales Dr SE, Alto, MI 49302 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences
Camp Roger / Camp Scottie 8356 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341 Overnight Experiences, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
Children's Garden at Leila Arboretum 928 W Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Outdoor Adventure
Children's Museum of Detroit 6134 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 Museum, Children's Museum
Clique Lanes 533 Stocking Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Self Guided Activities
Coopersville and Marne Railway 306 Main St, Coopersville, MI 49404 Day Trips, Guided Activities
Coopersville Farm Museum and Event Center 375 Main Street, Coopersville, MI 49404 Museum
Craig's Cruisers 5730 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Activities
Cranbrook Institute of Science 39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
Critter Barn 2950 80th Avenue, Zeeland, MI 49464 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
Crossroads Village – Flint 6140 N. Bray Rd, Flint, MI 48505 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Curious Kids’ Museum 333 Broad St, St Joseph, MI 49085 Self Guided Activities
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Dairy Discovery 12877 84th St SE, Alto, MI 49302 Animals or Farm Experience
Deep Roots Produce 8410 Whitneyville Ave SE, Alto, MI 49302 Early Childhood, Animals or Farm Experience, Science and Nature, In Person Tours
Delta College Planetarium and Learning Center 100 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708 Science and Nature
Detroit Historical Museum 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 History and Social Studies, Museum
Detroit Institute of the Arts 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Detroit Zoo 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
DeVries Nature Conservancy 2635 North Michigan 52, Owosso, MI 48867 Science and Nature
Dow Gardens 1809 Eastman Ave, Midland, MI 48640 Outdoor Adventure
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Edru Skate 1891 N Cedar St, Holt, MI 48842 Indoor Fun
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Fernwood Nature Center 13988 Range Line Rd, Niles, MI 49120 Outdoor Adventure, Science and Nature
For the Kidz Gymnastics 1391 Gezon Pkwy SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 Indoor Fun
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
Fruit Ridge Hayrides 11966 Fruit Ridge Ave NW, Kent City, MI 49330 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum 303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center at P. J. Hoffmaster State Park 6585 Lake Harbor Road, Muskegon, MI 49441 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours
Gilmore Car Museum 6865 Hickory Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 49060 Museum
GR Skate and Event Center - Byron Center 3651 84th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 Self Guided Activities
Grace Adventure 2100 N Ridge Rd, Mears, MI 49436 Day Trips, Guided Activities, Overnight Experiences
Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives 87 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Self Guided Tours, Guided Tours
Grand Rapids Art Museum 101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours
Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Grand Rapids Gymnastics 1601 Galbraith Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Day Trips
Grand Rapids Public Library 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities
Grand Rapids Public Museum 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Programs Offered: Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
Great Valley Longnecks LLC 7575 Howe Rd, Bath Township, MI 48808 Guided Activities, Guided Tours
Great Wolf Lodge 3575 US-31, Traverse City, MI 49684 Day Trips
Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124 Guided Tours, Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Greens Deer Ranch Zoo and Tours 3262 Mertz Rd, Caro, MI 48723 Self Guided Activities
Gull Meadow Farms 8544 Gull Rd, Richland, MI 49083 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
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Holland Museum 31 W 10th St, Holland, MI 49423 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
Horizon Kids Complex 6462 Center Industrial Dr, Jenison, MI 49428 Indoor Fun
Hudsonville Lanes 5775 Balsam Dr, Hudsonville, MI 49426 Day Trips
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Impression 5 200 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI 48933 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities
Inland Seas Education Association 100 Dame St #218, Suttons Bay, MI 49682 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities
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John Ball Zoo Education Department 1300 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center 1775 Evanston Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442 Self Guided Activities
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Kackleberry Farms 6421 N Stoney Creek Rd, Monroe, MI 48162 Self Guided Activities
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Arts and Entertainment, Museum
Kalamazoo Valley Museum 230 North Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities
Kalamazoo Wings 3600 Vanrick Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 Indoor Fun
Karin's Horse Connection & Legacy Stables 8001 Patterson Ave SE, Caledonia, MI 49316 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Kent County Recycling Center 977 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Guided Tours
Kent District Library Locations throughout Kent County Indoor Fun, Arts and Entertainment, In Person Tours, Early Childhood
Kids Gym Inc 9027 Portage Industrial Dr, Portage, MI 49024 Indoor Fun
Kids Unlimited Activity Center 596 Baldwin St #2, Jenison, MI 49428 Indoor Fun
Kresge Art Museum 600 Auditorium Road, East Lansing, Michigan 48824 Children's Museum
Kroc Center 2500 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities
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Lakeshore Museum Center Multiple Museum Locations in Musekgon, Michigan Museum, History and Social Studies, Science and Nature, In Person Tours, Virtual Field Trips
Lansing Art Gallery 300 S. Washington Square Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48933 Arts and Entertainment, Museum
LegaSea Aquarium and The Reptarium 45550 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317 Animals or Farm Experience, Science and Nature
Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo 4180 West M-20, New Era, MI 49446 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
Lowell Area Historical Museum 325 W. Main Street, Lowell, Michigan 49331 Museum, History and Social Studies, In Person Tours
Ludington State Park 8800 W. M-116, Ludington, Michigan 49431 Science and Nature
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Main Event Grand Rapids 3121 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 Indoor Fun
Merlin Entertainment- LEGOLAND Sea Life Aquarium/Peppa Pig- Auburn Hills 4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Day Trips, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
Michigan Fight Museum 47884 D St., Belleville, Michigan 48111 Indoor Fun, Museum, History and Social Studies, Science and Nature, In Person Tours
Michigan Flywheelers Museum 06285 68th Street, South Haven, Michigan 49090 Museum, History and Social Studies, In Person Tours
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Ave, South Haven, MI 49090 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
Michigan Science Center 5020 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202 Museum, Science and Nature
Michigan Science Center 5020 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202 Day Trips, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
Michigan State Capitol - Lansing 100 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
Michigan State University Tollgate Farm 28115 Meadowbrook Rd, Novi, Michigan 48377 Animals or Farm Experience, Science and Nature, In Person Tours
Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society 925 W Ottawa St, Lansing, MI 48915 History and Social Studies
Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center 925 W Ottawa St, Lansing, MI 48915 History and Social Studies
Michigan's Adventure - Muskegon 4750 Whitehall Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445 Day Trips
Michigan’s Own, Inc., Military & Space Museum – Frankenmuth 1250 Weiss St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 Museum
Moo-ville Farm 5875 M-66, Nashville, MI 49073 Animals or Farm Experience
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park 462 N Scenic Dr, Muskegon, MI 49445 Other
Muskegon Museum of Art 296 W Webster Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours
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Nelis' Dutch Village 78 E 8th St, Holland, MI 49423 Other
Northland Lanes 308 N River Ave, Holland, MI 49424 Indoor Fun
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Patterson Ice Center 2550 Patterson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Indoor Fun
Plainsong Farm 6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341 Programs Offered: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Play Muskegon 280 West Muskegon Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440 Museum
Port Huron Museum – Port Huron 1115 6th St, Port Huron, MI 48060 Museum
Post Family Farm 5081 Bauer Rd, Hudsonville, MI 49426 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
Potter Park Zoo 1301 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Overnight Experiences
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R.E. Olds Transportation Museum 240 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI 48933 Museum
Rebounderz Adventure Park 7500 Cottonwood Dr, Jenison, MI 49428 Day Trips
Robert T Longway Planetarium 1310 E Kearsley St, Flint, MI 48503 Science and Nature
Robinette'e Apple Haus & Winery 3142 4 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
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Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association PO Box 673, Ludington, MI 49431 Day Trips, Self Guided Tours
Saugatuck Center for the Arts 400 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Guided Activities
Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Par 3636 29th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 9922 Front Street, Empire, Michigan 49630 Day Trips
Studio C (Celebration Cinema) Locations throughout Michigan Programs Offered: Day Trips
Sus Manos Gleaners 2464 Wilshere Drive, Jenison, MI 49428 Day Trips, Guided Activities
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Tarry Hall Roller Skating Rink 3330 Fairlanes Ave SW, Grandville, MI 49418 Day Trips, Self Guided Tours
The Flint Children’s Museum – Flint E 3rd Ave, Flint, MI 48503 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities, Guided Activities
The Lost City 12330 James St, Holland, Michigan 49424 Indoor Fun
The Mud Room 1971 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 103, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Day Trips, Guided Activities, Self Guided Activities
TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Day Trips
Tri-Cities Historical Museum 200 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, Michigan 49417 Museum, History and Social Studies, In Person Tours, Virtual Field Trips
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University of Michigan Museum of Natural History 1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Day Trips, Guided Activities, Self Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
Urban Air Adventure Park - Grand Rapids 12331 James St Holland, Michigan 49424 3410 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544, 3410 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Indoor Fun
USS Silversides Submarine Museum 1346 Bluff St, Muskegon, MI 49441 Guided Activities, Guided Tours, Day Trips
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W.K Kellogg Biological (Kellogg Bird Sanctuary) 12685 E C Ave, Hickory Corners, MI 49060 Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self Guided Tours, Self Guided Activities
We Rock the Spectrum 4550 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Day Trips, Self Guided Activities
West Michigan Whitecaps 4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321 Day Trips
Woldumar Nature Center 5739 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48917 Science and Nature

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