What to do and see in Roswell, Georgia (GA): The Best Things to do Good for Kids

February 17, 2022 Leonarda Pillsbury

Roswell is an affluent city in north Fulton County, Georgia, United States. At the 2010 census, it had a population of 88,346, and in 2014 the estimated population was 94,089, making it Georgia's seventh largest city.
Restaurants in Roswell

1. Chattahoochee Nature Center

Excellent
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4.5 based on 225 reviews

Chattahoochee Nature Center

This private non-profit nature center with a Discovery Center that includes a Nature Exchange and Exhibits, plus a Theatre is focused on interpreting the Chattahoochee River Watershed. With 127 acres of woodland and wetland trails the Nature Center has several well marked walking trails and a river boardwalk with rehabilitated animals along the route. Beautiful butterfly gardens and Georgia's eco-regions are emphasized. The Unity Garden is a great place to learn about sustainable community gardening. Bring a picnic, visit the Nature Store, watch the movie (Re-Imagine the Chattahoochee) and enjoy learning about the Chattahoochee River and environs and the native plants and animals that call this place home. Regular programming takes place, check the website for times and dates of special events that are family friendly. The Nature Exchange in the Discovery Center is a trader's delight! Learn more on our daily calendar, to plan your visit.

2. Chattahoochee River

Roswell, GA +1 678-538-1200 http://www.nps.gov/chat
Excellent
70%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 125 reviews

Chattahoochee River

Reviewed By mcguirej2017

There's a stretch of the Chattachoochee between Buford dam and the Morgan Falls dam that is somewhat navigable despite the sandbars. Despite the reputation and mud, you find very little trash in the river. It can be very pleasant to be out on the water when the weather is nice.

3. Aurora Cineplex and Minigolf

5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA 30076-6500 +1 770-518-0977 http://www.auroracineplex.com/
Excellent
55%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
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Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

Aurora Cineplex and Minigolf

Reviewed By D9397KXchads - Roswell, United States

Excellent and courteos employees; really a family feel to it; they do a lot for the city of Roswell; always promotions going on to attract families;

4. Vickery Creek Trail

85 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075-4952 +1 770-640-3253 http://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/mill-ruins-and-a-historic-dam-hiking-the-vickery-creek-trail/
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Vickery Creek Trail

Reviewed By BelindaJ770 - Cumming, United States

We had trouble finding the trail itself even when we used a GPS. We were able to find it as well as parking at 95 Mill Street, Roswell, GA 30075. This is a fun trail- if you know where you are going and depending on how experienced you are in hiking. Our advice is to wear hiking boots. If you do not have hiking boots, then sneakers. There are parts of the trail that are unpaved, but still walkable and there are other parts that are unpaved and uneven and you can easily get hurt. We saw a couple goofing off and not paying attention to the trail and the female slipped and landed on her back. Our second piece of advice is to take a picture of the trail map. With the fallen leaves, it is easy to see what you think is a path and that is not really a path. Also, take a picture of the map because there are very few markers on the trail. At times, we would look for a marker, hike and then discover that we had already passed by the marker. If you appreciate nature and hiking on uneven terrain, you will enjoy this hike. The air is so clean and fresh that you realize just how unclean the air that you normally breathe in is. Parking is free, but difficult to find if you go after mid-morning. Restrooms are surprisingly clean despite the number of visitors.

5. Old Mill Park

85 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075-4952 +1 770-641-3705 http://www.roswellgov.com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/70/1944
Excellent
71%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 135 reviews

Old Mill Park

Reviewed By homer491 - Plantation, United States

we had a wonderfully relaxing back to nature experience in the heart of Roswell - definitely a must if you are in town - the waterfall, covered bridge and hiking trails are amazing - got some great photo's and memories to treasure.

6. Leita Thompson Memorial Park

1200 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075-5608 +1 770-641-3705 http://www.friendsoftheroswellparks.com/search-results?search=leita+thompson+memorial+park
Excellent
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Leita Thompson Memorial Park

Reviewed By HelpfulAngel - Atlanta, United States

A beautiful natural park right in the heart of Roswell. There are several different levels of trails to choose from: Red 2.5 miles, Blue 2.0 miles, Yellow 1.1 miles. The trails are well maintained. Lots of trees here. Small stream running through the park, and lake on the Red and Blue trails. There are lots of benches and swing seats right by the water so you can repose and have a picnic. Neat pavilion at the starting point of the trails. There are several maps posted as you walk the trails, so you know where you are. Also markers indicating how far you are on the trail. There is also a big open field where you can lie down and read a book, have a picnic, play frisbee or fly a kite. We love this park for a hiking.

7. Sprayground at Riverside Park

575 Riverside Rd, Roswell, GA 30075-5007
Excellent
41%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
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Poor
8%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 37 reviews

Sprayground at Riverside Park

Reviewed By susancK334FX

Bring your own chair and towels. All babies must wear swim diapers. They sell them if you forget. Ice cream snacks, drinks and hotdogs are available. The water is constantly monitored to maintain sparkling clean drinking grade water from the spray heads. Play grounds and covered picnic pavillions are first come. You can rent the spray park or large pavilion for birthday parties or events. The birthday package includes pizza, drinks and a cake. Actually the best price per child for an off site birthday party I have found .

8. Sky Zone Trampoline Park

1425 Market Blvd Suite 100-A, Roswell, GA 30076-6708 +1 678-745-9900 http://www.skyzone.com/Roswell
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 46 reviews

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

9. Movie Tavern

4651 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075-1698 +1 770-407-6653 http://www.movietavern.com
Excellent
23%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
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Poor
7%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 113 reviews

Movie Tavern

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