Sunny Day Activities for Kids in the DC Area

Are you looking to get the kids out of the house and find unique activities for kids when the weather is cooperating?  Take advantage of all the fun places for kids in the Washington DC area, many of them in the great outdoors!  Enjoy a beautiful spring day with the family or summer fun with the kids outside.  At Pirate Adventures we take complete advantage of the beautiful setting of historic Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay.  Let our crew show your kids how to have a blast outdoors!  We have gathered 10 of our favorite activities for kids that will inspire your family to get outside and the make the most of a sunny day.

Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake – Annapolis, MD

Come aboard our pirate ship in Annapolis and search for sunken treasure, get faces painted, fire our famous water cannons.  This top-ranked family outing is not to be missed and is so unique to the DC area.  Check the weather forecast for the next sunny day and make your reservation!   Find more kids activities in Annapolis with our post What to do with Kids in Annapolis.

US Botanical Garden – Washington DC

Head to the National Mall and enjoy an afternoon at the US Botanical Garden.  This gem near the Capitol Building includes an outdoor Children’s Garden and plenty of room to meander over bridges and through secret gardens right in the middle of the city.

Great order valtrex without prescription Falls Park – Potomac, MD

The Maryland side of Great Falls offers boardwalks over the falls, canal rides, and the famous Billygoat Trail if your family is feeling adventurous.  Great Falls is one of the most enjoyable places in the Washington DC area to spend the day outdoors.

Washington DC Area Playgrounds – MD, DC, and NOVA

Head to one of the many extraordinary playgrounds in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area.  Clemyjontri Park in Fairfax, VA is consistently rated among the top playgrounds in the country.  Find more top playgrounds in our area.  If you have a Pirate Adventure planned for your day check out our post Pirate Playgrounds in MD, DC, and VA to round out your day.

Patterson Park – Baltimore, MD

Spend some time outside in Baltimore before heading to the Aquarium or other indoor attractions in the Inner Harbor.  Patterson Park has great views of the city, multiple playgrounds, trails, and unique features such as the Pagoda.

Cunningham Falls State Park – Thurmont, MD

With a short hike to the falls and a sandy beach on the Lake, Cunningham Falls makes a great day trip for families in the Washington DC area.

Watkins Regional Park – Upper Marlboro, MD

Watkins Regional Park offers plenty of activities for kids on a sunny day.  When the weather is warm check out the old-fashioned carousel, miniature train ride, mini-golf, petting farm, and playground.

Six Flags America – Upper Marlboro, MD

Our closest area amusement park, Six Flags offers a water park for when the weather is very warm and options for even the younger children with ride offerings for kids 36″ or more.

Chesapeake Beach Water Park

With a great lazy river and multiple water slides, Chesapeake Beach Waterpark is a can’t miss attraction in Calvert County.  Close by North Beach also offers a Pirate Playground on the beach.

Go Ape Treetop Adventure – Rockville, MD

The kids need to be at least 10 years of age to participate so put this one in your file if the kids are still a little younger.   Go Ape offers zip lines, bridge crossings, rope ladders and tarzan swings sure to please any kids entering the “tween” years.

Looking for more activities for kids in the Washington DC area?  Find many more ideas with these posts:

Kids Attractions in Your Backyard – MD, DC, and NoVA – Pirate Adventures
Day Trips From DC for Family Fun – Pirate Adventures
5 Family Day Trips in MD that Celebrate Imagination – Pirate Adventures
6 Awesome Outdoor Activities for Kids in the Washington DC Area – Examiner.com
8 Cheape and Awesome Things to Do with Kids in DC – Fodors.com

Leave us a comment with your favorite activities for kids in the DC area on a beautiful day so we can check them out!