Charleston is a city most notable for its rich history and infectious southern hospitality. It's also an ideal city for your next family getaway. In addition to its historic homes, cobblestone streets, and award-winning dining options, Charleston offers a range of parks and attractions that are all family-friendly.

This round-up of family fun parks in Charleston will help you plan the ultimate southern getaway with kids, whether you're looking for thrill rides, water slides, kiddie rides, or anything in between.

Summit Adventure Park Charleston

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Summit Adventure Park Charleston offers a long list of activities for kids and adults alike. This is an indoor park, which can be ideal for summer getaways when humidity and temperatures in Charleston are at their peak.

Summit Adventure Park Charleston is equipped with courts for common sports, like basketball, dodgeball, and soccer. It also offers more unique activities that can't be found anywhere else in the city, like a ninja course, spider tower, ball pit, and battle beam, and 27,000 square feet of jumping space (all indoor).

Address: 1965 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC, 29407

Phone: (843) 892-9188

Hours: 10 AM to 9 PM most days

Rate: Full-day pass $30, 90-minute and 120-minute passes also available

Website: https://summitadventureparkcharleston.com/

Frankie's Fun Park

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Frankies is a Charleston staple for family fun, birthday parties, group events, and more. It's an indoor and outdoor adventure park with mini-golf, go-karts, batting cages, a rock wall, bumper boats (like bumper cars but on water), and more.

The indoor space at Frankie's Fun Park is ideal for rainy vacation days. It includes a virtual reality attraction (the Hologate), and a massive arcade offering everything from classics like skeeball to state-of-the-art driving games.

Classic amusement park foods, like chicken wings, burgers, hot dogs, and pizza are available at Frankie's. Adults will love the selection of local and international beers on draft.

Address: 5000 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, SC 29418

Phone: (843) 767-1376

Hours: 12 PM to 10 PM, open to 12 AM Friday and Saturday

Rate: Prices vary by activity, most are between $5 and $10

Website: https://frankies.com/charleston/

Splash Zone Waterpark at James Island County Park

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James Island County Park isn't your average county park. The Splash Zone Waterpark is one of the park's best features with a 200-foot tube slide, 200-foot open slide, 500-foot lazy river, the Rainforest play structure, a spacious leisure pool, and more.

When it comes to Charleston SC amusement parks, the Splash Zone Waterpark at James Island County Park is an ideal place to pass a full day with your family. Concessions are available on-site as well as locker rentals, lounge chairs, and more to create a comfortable day of adventure and poolside relaxation.

Address: 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston, SC 29412

Phone: (843) 406-6990 or (843) 795-4386

Hours: Open seasonally from May through September, 10 AM to 6 PM

Rate: General admission is $11.99 per person with special prices for small children and seniors. Children under 2 get in free.

Website: https://ccprc.com/1659/Splash-Zone

Charleston Aqua Park

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The Charleston Aqua Park is another seasonal park that's ideal for the hot, humid summer months in Charleston. Splash Island is located minutes from Charleston on the Trophy Lakes of Johns Island.

This park is especially unique because it's truly located on the lakes. It features a multitude of floating features, including slides, an obstacle course, lounge areas, jump pads, and more. There's arguably no better place in the area to cool down while having fun with family and friends.

Address: 3050 Marlin Rd., Johns Island, SC 29455

Phone: (843) 279-4520

Hours: Charleston Aqua Park is open seasonally from May through September

Rate: $15.75 for a 45-min session

Website: https://www.charlestonaquapark.com/

Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark

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It's no secret that being in or on the water is the best place to be during summer in Charleston, South Carolina. Those at the Charleston County Parks organization understand, and that's why this city and surrounding areas are home to so many unique and refreshing county parks.

The Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark is another family fun waterpark that's part of the Charleston County Parks organization. Like other local waterparks, it's open between the months of September and October. It's just minutes from downtown Charleston in the city of North Charleston at the North Charleston Wannamaker County Park.

The Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark provides 15-acres of fun in an island-style setting. The Washout is one of the top attractions, with two 65-foot tall slides taking huge climbs, plunges, turns, twists, and more. Pile two to four riders on a raft and enjoy this hair-raising slide with your whole family.

The Big Kahuna wave pool is another favorite attraction for family members of all sizes. Other attractions include the Rollin' River lazy river, Rip Tide Run slide, and more. Charleston County Parks knows what it takes to help you and your family have fun during summertime in Charleston.

Address: 8888 University Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29406

Phone: (843) 762-5585 or (843) 795-4386

Hours: Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark is open seasonally from May through September

Rate: General admission $21.99 per person with special pricing for young kids and seniors. Children 2 and under are free.

Website: https://ccprc.com/1658/Whirlin-Waters

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

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It may seem that many of Charleston's best parks are only open during the summer months. That's not the case at the Sky Zone Trampoline Park. This park in Mount Pleasant is open year-round with enough unique trampoline-based activities to fill an entire day with fun.

This park includes a chain of trampolines with activities ranging from dodgeball to fitness programs. The SkySlam basketball court, SkyWars laser tag, and Foam Zone are fan favorites, but the park offers a huge variety of activities for individuals of all ages, including the Little Leapers toddler program.

The Sky Zone Trampoline Park becomes even more exciting after dark when the park is transformed into a jumping dance club with backlights, music, and lasers. Your teens and older kids will love it!

Address: 411 Wando Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Phone: (843) 588-5777

Hours: 3 PM to 7 PM most days and 10 AM to 9 PM on Saturdays

Rate: $16 per 60-minute jump, $21 per 90-minute jump, and $26 per 120-minute jump, prices vary for special events

Website: https://www.skyzone.com/charleston/

Wild Ropes Adventure Park

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There's no park in the Charleston area quite like the Wild Ropes Adventure Park. This is an outdoor facility in Charleston with stunning treetops. It offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including multiple ropes courses and activities for individuals, families, or groups.

Favorite activities at Wild Ropes Adventure Park include the Ninja-fit Course, Challenge Course, and Explorer's Gateway course for kids. This park has also become a favorite place for team building and group activities. It can be ideal for nurturing relationships within your family while having fun and getting an adrenaline rush. The combination of personal and group challenges is ideal for the entire family.

Address: 1595 Highland Ave., Charleston SC 29412

Phone: (843) 225-1555

Hours: Friday 12 PM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM

Rate: Pricing varies by activity, from $19 per person to $45 per person

Website: https://www.wildblueropes.com/

Flight Adventure Park Charleston

 

The Flight Adventure Park Charleston is another epic family park for those days you want or need to be indoors. It's a 40,000-square-foot park with trampolines packed wall to wall. However, this indoor park offers far more than simply trampolines.

Here, you can try your hand at the slackline, aerial silks, or Ninja Warrior course. The inflatable park is ideal for little ones while the arcade provides fun for all ages. Additional activities include Airslam Basketball, dodgeball, and special events for parties and groups.

A full day or even an hour of play at Flight Adventure Park Charleston combines family fun with a bit of fitness on vacation. You'll undoubtedly be ready for some delicious southern cooking in Charleston when you leave.

Address: 8551 Rivers Ave., North Charleston SC 29406

Phone: (843) 414-7411

Hours: Friday 12 PM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM

Rate: Prices vary by activity, $16 for a 60-minute open jump, $21 for a 90-minute open jump, $25 for a 120-minute open jump, and $28 for a full-day pass

Website: https://flightadventurepark.com/charleston/

 

Charleston is a city that's just waiting to welcome you and your family for a vacation full of adventure and relaxation. In addition to a variety of excellent indoor and outdoor theme parks, Charleston offers an array of postcard-worthy beaches, the Charleston Museum, golf courses, civil war history tours, and more. You can even venture out of the city for additional adventure on Hilton Head Island, in Myrtle Beach, or the famous Carowinds theme park in North Carolina.

One thing is for certain -- you'll never have to worry about your kids saying "I'm bored," while on vacation in the Holy City.

 

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