Ideas for a Vacation with Grandparents in Cincinnati or Dayton, Ohio

Travel with grandkids poses a challenge. It can be tricky to find places which appeal to all ages and which are easy to get around for both kids and grandparents. If you are planning a vacation with grandparents in Cincinnati or Dayton Ohio, here are two possible trips which will really appeal. Cincinnati and Dayton are close enough together that it is possible to visit both places during a vacation with grandparents.

Tall Stacks Music Arts and Heritage Festival

Cincinnati, Ohio

The Tall Stacks Music Arts and Heritage Festival has finished this year but it is not too early to plan a vacation with grandparents for next year. The music appeals to a wide variety of ages and includes bluegrass, blues, country, and gospel influences. This year, there were performances by Ricky Skaggs, John Hiatt and many others. Also, there are many child-friendly attractions. For instance, Sawyertown is a whole town designed just for kids with interactive exhibits, a kids' art gallery and more. Also, there are many riverboat cruises available and you might be surprised to learn there are a range of family friendly options. You might also attend a kid-friendly performance of the Children's Theater. This is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy some great food and some great music.

For more information on the Tall Stacks Music Arts and Heritage Festival as a possible vacation with grandparents, please see the website at the end of this article.

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Dayton, OH

Visiting Dayton, Ohio for a vacation with grandparents is a great chance to visit the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Both grandparents and kids will enjoy this extraordinary collection of airplanes from the Wright brothers first designs to the B-52. There are a number of exhibits relating to the World Wars, including airplanes, pilot gear, films and photos. The exhibits and information are top-notch with a vast collection that will dazzle both kids and adults who love airplanes. For disabled visitors, the museum has exterior access ramps. Most exhibits are easily accessible on the ground floor. The IMAX theatre which airs educational films for adults and kids is accessible by an elevator. The floors are concrete, so the website for the museum advises wearing comfortable shoes. There are many benches for resting between exhibits.

For more help planning a vacation with grandparents based on the National Air Force Museum in Dayton, please see the second link following this article.