Kids Can Spend The Day Playing Around At A Free Outdoor Playground And Zoo In Kentucky
Outdoor play seems to be more important than ever and it’s a great time to find a new and unique place to explore. Most Kentuckians have heard of the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, but you may not know the specials they have right now, especially for children and visitors from the local, nearby counties. Throughout all of 2020, kids 10 and under are free for almost all attractions at the Ark and many locals can enjoy free parking and free access to this fun-filled outdoor playground and zoo in Kentucky.
Located in Williamstown, not far from the highway in Northern Kentucky, the Ark Encounter is an attraction that often gets quite a bit of attention.
This massive replica and museum sits on a sprawling property that has many attractions to offer visitors. And in 2020, they've offered incentives for locals to visit for free.
All children ages 10 and under can get into the Ark and its outdoor attractions for free during 2020.
In addition to that deal, locals who can prove residency in Kentucky’s Grant, Boone, Kenton, Campbell, Pendleton, Gallatin, and Owen counties and Indiana’s Dearborn County can park for free, as well as access the grounds (including the playground and zoo) for free. So if you've thought about a visit, you may want to start planning now, especially for the outdoor areas.
The playground is ideal for kids 10 and under and is spacious enough for everyone to spread out.
The Ararat Ridge Zoo is a fun feature of the property and always a favorite area to explore. See kangaroos hop around and for an extra fee, you can even have some unique animal encounters.
Throughout the zoo you will also meet ostriches, sloths, birds, and much more.
If you want to stick to the outside attractions, be sure to check out the Ark's website, linked below, to see what all is available, open, and offered during this time.
The Ark Encounter is a day trip or weekend getaway that many Kentuckians have on their bucket list.
It attracts visitors from all over the country and even the world, but locals nearby and young guests can enjoy many of the Ark's features for free, including a unique playground and zoo in Kentucky.
Locals visit the Ark Encounter for a number of reasons, and of course, an attraction is always enticing when it’s free! If you live near the Ark or you’ve been wanting to take the kids, consider a visit in 2020 to this outdoor playground and zoo in Kentucky. Have you taken the family to the Ark Encounter? Share your experience with us in the comments!
A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
