Looking for ways to keep your kids curious and entertained around Savannah? From hands-on science and art adventures to playful indoor escapes, this city is filled with options to spark every child’s imagination.
Let’s get to it.
SCADstory
When SCADstory kicks off in historic Poetter Hall, you’re in for a multimedia splash. The tour feels more like a short animated film than a walk around campus. Inside, 360-degree projections wrap the walls, lasers cut through the air and animated murals chime in to share SCAD history. Even Paula Wallace makes a cartoon cameo to narrate the story.
The experience runs about 20 minutes. A friendly SCAD student guides your group so you don’t miss a beat. It’s great for families with kids ages five and up or anyone who enjoys a bit of theme-park style art. The show is free but they suggest a $5 donation to help keep the lights and projectors humming. No need to be an art expert, just be ready for strobe lights and haze effects. The mix of visuals, sound and guest participation keeps things moving at a fun pace. All in all, this high-tech spin on a campus tour adds some extra sparkle to exploring SCAD.
Savannah Children’s Theatre
Over at Savannah Children’s Theatre kids get to shine on a proper stage. They offer programs for preschoolers all the way up to high school seniors. If teens want to keep performing, the Encore track keeps them involved with more advanced scenes. You’ll find acting, improv, singing, dancing, and even aerial silks, all under one roof. They run camps and after-school classes at their Crossroads Shopping Center location, plus special summer sessions at Savannah State.
Group sizes stay small so every student gets attention. Instructors are background-checked and first-aid certified, and they know how to keep things organized. The theater adjusts for students with special needs, too. Parents can drop off their kids, but everyone’s invited to stay for performances. Fees vary by class, and there are discounts, scholarships and payment plans available. Whether your child wants to belt out songs or learn circus-style moves, this program aims to build skills without the off-stage drama.
UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
For those looking beyond the River Street crowds, the UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium offers an ocean science adventure. You’ll find 16 saltwater exhibit tanks filled with fish, crabs, starfish and more. One highlight is the touch gallery where you can handle sea stars and horseshoe crabs under staff supervision. Behind-the-scenes tours give insight into life support systems and how animals are cared for.
On Fridays the live feeding is a crowd-pleaser, with hungry fish and rays showing off their brisk appetites. Outdoors, you can explore walking trails through nearby marshland or relax at the picnic bluff overlooking the water. Their research vessel, the R/V Sea Dawg, takes small groups on supervised trawling trips to collect specimens from the estuary. Admission costs less than a typical movie ticket and kids will love the hands-on elements. With knowledgeable educators on site, this spot is a relaxed, family-friendly destination to learn about coastal ecosystems.
Exhilarate – The Adventure Zone
Walking into Exhilarate feels like you’ve hit the jackpot of indoor fun for kids. This place spans 35,000 square feet of cool, air-conditioned play for tots through teens. They’ve got everything from ninja warrior courses and giant trampolines to climbing walls with auto-belay harnesses and big squishy airbags under the bouldering areas. Little ones enjoy their own soft play corner so they don’t get bulldozed by bigger kids. And for dinosaur fans, there’s a special dino climbing wall.
It’s not just about running around. In the STEAM corner, kids build, experiment, and learn hands-on. Gamers grab a fix in the arcade, which is stacked with ticket-redemption games. Staff are always nearby, enforcing clear safety rules so everyone’s covered.
Parents can grab a comfy seat or jump in on the Mega Play Structure to burn off energy too. Prices change on weekends, plus there are after-school specials. Large groups qualify for discounted rates. Rain or shine, weekday or weekend, Exhilarate has you covered with nonstop action and peace of mind for parents.
The Bunny Hive Savannah
At The Bunny Hive Savannah you’ll find that parenting might actually come with some perks. It’s a “grownup and me” studio designed to avoid the chaos of competing for floor space. Classes run in small groups and the décor is cute, with working AC to keep everyone comfortable. You can pick a membership—three classes a month, unlimited yearly access—or drop in when you like. A two-week unlimited intro pass costs $60 and dares you to wear out your toddler. Your first class is free so you can see what all the fuss is about without emptying your wallet.
Class options are solid. Babies as young as two weeks old can join in on music, storytime, tiny ballet or bubble dance sessions. You’ll also find baby massage classes and cooking workshops that might get messy with flour. Caregivers stay active on the floor instead of watching from the sidelines. Lighting is gentle, materials are organic, and there’s plenty of supervision from trained staff. They also host discounted pop-up parties and caregiver meet-ups to make socializing easier.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
If high-energy bouncing is your thing, Sky Zone Trampoline Park has you covered. This indoor, climate-controlled facility has wall-to-wall trampolines for open jump sessions every day from 10 am to 9 pm. Little Leapers, kids who are walking up to age five, get their own court with themed play and arts and crafts. Parents can watch from the sidelines but can’t join the bounce zone during Little Leapers.
For ages six and up, you’ll find dodgeball courts, a Ninja Course and a deep foam pit that swallows socks and egos alike. Each jump starts with a safety briefing and the court-to-staff ratio keeps supervision tight. You gear up with special grippy SkySocks before you leap. When you need a break, the Fuel Zone offers snacks and refreshments. Single sessions run about $27 to $40, but there are seasonal and monthly membership options as well. You can book exclusive group events, too. Quiet hours are available if you need a calmer experience, and since it’s all indoors, weather never gets in the way.
