Family Vacation Attractions

Bringing the kids along? The whole family is sure to find entertainment at countless family-friendly attractions in West Virginia. For family fun, let Choice Hotels® help you find the perfect attraction for your next family adventure.

In the Northern Panhandle

Castle Halloween Museum
577 Boggs Run Road
Benwood, WV  
304-233-1031

This newly opened museum contains everything pertaining to Halloween - over 15,000 artifacts in total! From world-renowned collections like the Halloween Queen's Collection to old relics dating back to the eighteenth century, Halloween enthusiasts are strongly encouraged to visit this one-stop Halloween wonderland.

Good Zoo at Oglebay
Route 88 North
Wheeling, WV  
304-243-4030

The kids won't stop raving about this wonderful West Virginia family attraction, which promises to pit close up-close and personal with some of nature's finest and most intriguing citizens. The animal world is in prolific abundance at the zoo, which contains more than 85 species of fascinating creatures to wow the entire family.

In the Mid-Ohio Valley

Sunny Hollow Farms
Route 1
Auburn, WV  
304-349-2589

Enjoy the wonderful opportunity to acquaint yourself with the world of agriculture in a setting whose beauty is only paralleled by its fun level! From enrapturing hay rides to a corn maze which delivers on the promise of confusing guests through its twists and turns, there's something for everyone at Sunny Hollow Farms.

In the Metro Valley

Whipkey Tree Farm
Route 5
Charleston, WV  
304-965-0375

Wondering where to take the family for a day of adventure? There's no better place than Whipkey Tree Farm, where you'll enjoy a day's worth of learning about the denizens of the wild. Plants are just as fascinating as animals at this wonderful West Virginia family destination, conveniently located in the heart of Charlestown.

Heritage Farm Museum & Village
3350 Harvey Road
Huntington, WV  
304-522-1244

Explore this wonderful family attraction, where you can get up-close and personal with the rich eras of the past. The Village is a faithful recreation of a Civil War-era village, complete with an informative and enrapturing museum. Afterwards, kids will long to pay a visit to the petting zoo, which isn't mentioned in the title of this attraction but we're willing to wager is worth the consideration.

In the Mountain Lakes Region

La Paix Herb Farm
3052 Crooked Run Road
Alum Bridge, WV  
304-269-7681

Guests will want to bring the whole family to La Paix Herb Farm, the perfect location for exploring the organic herb process. Organic herbs and produce make the transformation from seedling to supermarket at La Paix Herb Farm, and now curious young minds will have the opportunity to see it all first-hand.

Cranberry Glades Botanical Area
932 N. Fork Cherry Road
Richwood, WV  
304-846-2695

The Cranberry Glades Botanical Area protects what happens to be the most expansive bog area in West Virginia. Guests are encouraged to head down here with the whole family, who will enjoy a wonderful day full of exploring the 750 acres which the bogs encompass. What is the area's most potent feature? A half-mile boardwalk constructed through two of the bogs, perfect for enjoying the area while keeping the mud on the ground and off your leggings.

In the New River/Greenbrier Valley

Mystery Hole
Midland Trail
Ansted, WV  
304-658-9101

Experience the laws of gravity defied at the Mystery Hole, which is sure to baffle even the most experienced of minds. Intrigue yourself on a visit to the Mystery Hole, where you won't believe what you see. Call ahead of time for more information and to inquire about special events in and around the hole.

Ghost Tours of Beckley
771 Old Eccles Road
Beckley, WV  
304-256-8687

Want to explore the haunted side of a historic West Virginia town? Head to Beckley, where the buildings are old and the psychic energy is at its peak. The folks of this town swear it's haunted, and Ghost Tours of Beckley is willing to give you a tour of its most creepy locations. Family-friendly tours available.

In the Eastern Panhandle

York Hill Orchard & Farm
1583 Ridge Road
Shenandoah Junction, WV  
304-876-6477

Experience some of the most magical family fun in the state of West Virginia at York Hill Orchard & Farm, an entertaining venue where kids will witness the birthplace of apples, pumpkins, corn and other agricultural oddities. Hayrides are a popular activity for younger guests of the Orchard & Farm; as is the towering corn maze which will certainly prove a challenge.

Heritage Craft Center of the Eastern Panhandle
Crim de la Crim
137 North Queen St
Martinsburg, WV  
304-264-9440

The Heritage Craft Center's state dedication lies in the preservation and promotion of heritage crafts. The center is the perfect day's journey for the family touring the Eastern Panhandle, and offers craft classes taught by engaging artisans, perfect for the guest whose stay happens to be more prolonged.

In Mountaineer County

Stonehouse Farm
Route 1, Box 158
New Milton, WV  
304-873-3046

Enjoy one of the most picturesque settings in the state of West Virginia at an attraction whose primary function is the entertainment of the whole family. Stonehouse farm is a real agricultural paradise where the only sounds that pollute the air are the songs of songbirds, the quaint bubbling of a nearby stream, and goat bells which daintily tinkle on the hill.

Nieman's Greenhouse & Nursery
Route 4, Box 242c
Bruceton Mills, WV  
304-379-4841

Explore one of the most beautiful vestiges in the state of West Virginia at Nieman's Greenhouse & Nursery, where a plot of plant life awaits you! From gorgeous daisies to elaborate and exotic vines which are a rare find on the North American continent, the whole family will love a day spent exploring the trappings of this first-class nursery.

In the Hatfield-McCoy Mountains

Wilkerson Christmas Tree Farm
Sam's Branch Road
Griffithsville, WV  
304-524-2362

If you find yourself in West Virginia during the holiday season, it might be a good idea to take the whole family down to Wilkerson Christmas Tree Farm. There, you'll find evergreens of all shapes and sizes, as well as tons of memorabilia related to the celebration of the nation's favorite holiday: Christmas.

Logan County Arts & Crafts Fair
Logan, WV  
304-752-1324

Every year, a wonderful treat hits the streets of the town of Logan. At the Logan County Arts & Crafts Fair, the whole family will enjoy a day's worth of fun. From face-painting antics which will delight the children to delicious refreshment stands which line the streets, there's something for everyone at the Logan County Arts & Crafts Fair.

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