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Atlantic Beach Amusement Park
321-338 Atlantic Avenue
www.atlanticbeachpark.com
(401) 322-0504
At the other end of Misquamicut State Beach is a mini carnival all summer long. Rides include a Carousel, Monkey Barrels, Jumpin' Star, Mini-Himalaya, Flying Chairs, Dodgem Cars, and a 9-Hole Mini-Golf Course.
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Water Wizz
328 Atlantic Avenue
http://www.waterwizzri.com
401-322-0520
At the other end of Misquamicut State Beach is Water Wizz. 3 water slide options that range from fun to adrenaline rush. Ride for 40 minutes or the whole day, the whole family will have a blast.
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Watch Hill Carousel & Beach
151 Bay Street
On the registry of historic places, this carousel has been in place since the 1800s where a traveling carnival left it behind. It has been a summer favorite ever since.
The beautifully maintained wooden horses were surplus rocking horses and it was originally powered by horses. Be sure to take the kids for a ride on this local treasure.
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Alley Katz Bowling Center
116 Granite St
http://www.alleykatzri.com
(401) 596-7474
Who doesn't love bowling for a fun after dinner activity or a break from the beach. Alley Katz is fun for the whole family and just a short drive away.
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Get Fired Up
7 West Broad Street
http://www.getfiredup.net
(860) 599-5015
Looking for some fun out of the sun? Try Get Fired Up! and make your very own pottery creation.
Choose a figure, plate, mug, etc. and get creative! You design your piece and select your colors. A lead-free, food-safe overglaze is then applied by us, and your pottery is fired in our kilns for the second time. It will be ready for you to pick up within 5-7 days. Color glazes, brushes, sponges, stencils, stamps and other tools are available, along with lots of friendly help!
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Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration
55 Coogan Blvd
http://www.mysticaquarium.org
(860) 572-5955
With hundreds of fish, whales, sea lions, penguins and giant pacific octopus you are sure to find your favorite deep sea friend in residence. And if you are brave enough, you can even pet a shark.
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Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center,
109 Pequotsepos Road
http://www.dpnc.org
(860) 536-1216
Located in Mystic, CT, the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is a combination wildlife sanctuary, natural history museum, and educational facility highlighting the habitats of southeastern Connecticut. Spend the day exploring the nature trails looking for birds and animals that call New England home.
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Argia Cruises LLC
15 Holmes St # 7
http://www.argiamystic.com
(860) 536-0416
The 81-foot Schooner ARGIA (49 passengers) sails daily May - October from Mystic, CT on half-day or sunset Cruises in the protected waters of Fishers Island and Long Island Sounds. You can purchase a ticket for just yourself or your family, or charter the whole boat for your special occasion.
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Yawgoo Valley Ski Area & Sports Park
160 Yawgoo Valley Road
http://www.yawgoo.com/waterpark.htm
(401) 294-3802
When the thermometer rises, Yawgoo keeps the fun going with our 750 feet of slides, 3 pools and a private setting. Kids of all ages love the thrills and heat beating activity at our professionally supervised water park. Yawgoo's Water Park is an oasis from the tensions of the day that will restore both mind and body without wilting your wallet. Enjoy your favorite summer food or ice cream at our Caribbean style Tiki Bar.
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The Dinosaur Place™ at Nature's Art
1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike
http://thedinosaurplace.com/index.shtml
(860) 443-4367
Open mid-April to November
Stop by and say Hi to Monty the T-Rex. Take a family photo under the belly of the 40-foot tall Brachiosaurus, and continue on any of the dinosaur trails to discover your favorite dinosaurs. You may even discover some you never knew existed.
Remember to bring a bathing suit so you can enjoy the splash pad.
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Providence Childrens's Museum
100 South Street
http://www.childrenmuseum.org
(401) 273-5437
Whether driving through or making a day trip to Providence, the Providence Children's Museum is a must for kids and their parents. It is so filled with hands-on, play-filled exhibits and programs that explore the arts, culture, history and science, you can easily spend the day here.
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Roger Williams Park Zoo
1000 Elmwood Avenue
http://www.rwpzoo.org
(401) 785-3510
Go on safari at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Can you spot the zebra, wildebeests, elephants, giraffes, monkeys or dozens of other animals?