What's Open For Kids and Families in the Philadelphia Area (Updated 1/7)



updated 1/7

Here is a list of open places in and near Delaware County that you can enjoy responsibly with restrictions. As things are slowly reopening, we’ll update you on the things you can do outside the house. Please visit the website of the place you would like to visit before leaving home.  Visitor capacity is often limited, and most locations require you to purchase tickets in advance.  The list below is just suggestions. Please use your own discretion to decide what is best for your family during these unusual times.

Parks


Newlin Grist Mill
- trails open




Zoos

Brandywine Zoo - reservations required.

Elmwood Park Zoo - reservation required

Philadelphia Zoo - closed till spring


Railroads

Strasburg Railroad - reservations required

West Chester Railroad - closed till Easter



Gardens

Longwood Gardens - reservation required

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens -  closed till April 1st


Chanticleer Gardens - closed for the season


Museums/Tours

Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation - closed for the season

Brandywine River Museum  reservation required

Camden's Adventure Aquarium-  reservation required

Franklin Institutereservation required

Battleship New Jerseyreservation required

Independence Seaport Museumtemporarily closed  due to COVID until 2021



Penn Museum -  reservation required

Please Touch Museum - temporarily  closed  due to COVID until 2021

Philadelphia Museum of Art-  reservation required

Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion - temporarily closed due to COVID until 2021

National Constitution Center- temporarily closed due to COVID until 2021

Museum of the American Revolutionreservation required

*photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Zoo


Fun Things to Do With Kids In Delaware County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates, or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER

All the contents on this website and all social media platforms are provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to offer guidance regarding venues and businesses that are reopening. The ultimate judgment regarding any specific activity is yours. We do not take any responsibility for any decision you make with the information provided on this website and on our social media platforms. We are not medical doctors or professionals, nor do we have any medical or scientific training, education, or experience. You should follow government guidelines for safe practices for yourself and your family members before making any decisions relating to any activities that are outside your home.