Explore Youngstown
Mill Creek MetroParks, free art museums and hands-on kids' science.
Things to Do in Youngstown
Parks, playgrounds, trails, waterfalls, restaurants and local businesses — all in one place.
Arms Family Museum
Arms Family Museum offers historic home, local history — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Fellows Riverside Gardens
Fellows Riverside Gardens offers free display garden, roses, family events — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Ford Nature Center
Ford Nature Center offers interactive nature exhibits, wildflower meadow — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Lanterman's Mill & Covered Bridge
Lanterman's Mill & Covered Bridge offers historic mill, gorge, waterfall, covered bridge in Mill Creek Park — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Mahoning Valley Historical Society Tyler History Center
Mahoning Valley Historical Society Tyler History Center offers local history, exhibits, archives — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Mill Creek Park
Mill Creek Park offers historic park with trails, lakes, gardens, playgrounds — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
OH WOW! Children's Center for Science & Technology
OH WOW! Children's Center for Science & Technology offers hands-on STEM exhibits, children's science — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County - Main Library
Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County - Main Library offers public library, children's spaces, family programming and learning activities, all ages — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
The Butler Institute of American Art
The Butler Institute of American Art offers free American art museum — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Wick Recreation Area Playground
Wick Recreation Area Playground offers multiple play areas, sand, spray park — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Plan a perfect day in Youngstown
Build a custom family itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget.
A Perfect Day in Youngstown
A suggested family itinerary — morning activity, lunch, afternoon adventure and dessert.
Morning Activity
Start with a park, trail or playground nearby.
Lunch
A family-friendly, locally-owned restaurant.
Afternoon Adventure
A second outdoor spot or indoor play space.
Dessert
Ice cream, a bakery or a coffee treat to finish strong.
Plan your own day
Use our itinerary builder to customize a day around your kids' ages, drive time and budget.
Open the Plan Our Day toolFamily FAQ — Youngstown
Quick answers to common questions about things to do with kids in the area.
What are the best things to do with kids in Youngstown, Ohio?
Youngstown, Mahoning County offers 10 family-friendly spots including parks, playgrounds, trails, restaurants and local businesses. Browse the full list above.
Are there free things to do in Youngstown with kids?
Yes — many parks, playgrounds and trails in Youngstown are free. Use the Things to Do section above and filter for free activities.
How can I plan a full family day in Youngstown?
Use our Plan Our Day tool to build a custom itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget — see the Perfect Day section above.