I’ve been on the lookout for some kid-friendly indoor activities to get us through the rest of those cold and gloomy winter days. Feel free to message us if you would like anything added! Udpated 12/28/19
FREE
Library
You can’t go wrong with the library. Keep kids entertained with computer games, a big wooden castle, free dvd rentals, and books to keep the mind busy for years!
Cost: FREE
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-8:30pm and Saturday 10am-5pm
*Story Time Tuesdays at 10-10:30am and 11-11:30am
Address: 205 Riverside Pkwy NE, Rome, GA 30161
Phone: (706) 236-4600
McDonald’s Play-Place
Okay, so it’s a fast food restaurant. It can also be a bored mother’s saving grace. Bring your young child and let them make friends while you chill with your french fries salad.
Cost: Price of food (almost free)
Hours: Store hours (24 hours)
Address: 1. 2215 Shorter Ave
2. 1504 Turner McCall Blvd
3. 2847 Martha Berry Blvd NE
Eco Center
I love the ECO Center. Check their schedule for great kid-friendly, educational (and fun) events.
Cost: FREE
Hours: Mon-Thurs 1-4pm (with occasional closings)
Address: 393 Riverside Parkway, Rome, GA 30161
Phone: 706-622-6432
Mount Berry Mall
Let your kids run free as you wander the wide hallways of this sparsely populated mall. Get some shopping done, or just walk the halls as you read about Rome history on the murals.
Cost: Free
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 12-6pm
Address:2770 Martha Berry Hwy. Rome, GA 30165
Phone: (706) 234-3597
Barnes and Noble Story Time
Free stories on Saturdays and Baby Story Time on Sundays.
Cost: Free
Hours: Saturdays at 11am
Address: 1442 Turner-McCall Blvd Rome, GA 30161
Phone: 706-232-3202
Rome Area History Museum
Learn about area history or try a trolley ride on weekends!
Cost: FREE
Hours:Wed-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 11am-2pm
Address: 305 Broad Street, Rome, GA 30161
Phone:706-235-8051
GET THE ENERGY OUT
Bowling
Bowling is good old fashion fun. What more can I say?
Floyd Bowling and Amusement
Cost:
Hours: 9AM–11PM weekdays (until 1am Fri-Sat); Sun 12-10pm
Address: 7 Riverbend Dr SW, Rome, GA 30161
Phone:(706) 234-7373
Classic Bowling (West Rome)
Cost:
Hours: 9AM–11PM weekdays (until 1am Fri-Sat); Sun 12-10pm
Address: 75 Huffaker Rd NW, Rome, GA 30165
Phone:(706) 234-332
Crayon Panda Indoor Playground (Cartersville)
Okay, so this is in Cartersville, but for those with young kids who need to use some energy indoors, it may be worth the drive. (Bring socks)
Cost: Monday-Friday $8.89/child; Saturday-Sunday $9.99/child, Adults are free.
Hours: M-Th 10am – 6pm | Fri & Sat 10am – 7pm | Sun 11 – 6
Address: 801 W. Ave Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone: (770) 387-1020
Froggy’s Family Entertainment
(Where Kangaroo Jakes used to be) A fun place for kids of all ages to jump, run, bounce, and play. (Wear socks, and be aware it is located in the shopping center with Food Lion, but behind other stores.)
Cost: $8.99 for 3 and up; $5.99 for 2 and under; Non-jumpers are free
Hours: (School In Session-check Facebook for holiday hours)
Wed-Fri 2:00 – 8:00 pm | Saturday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm | Sunday 1:00 – 7:00 pm.
Address: 3347 Martha Berry Hwy NW Rome, GA
Phone: 706-235-4600
Fun Wheels Skating Center
I have more research to do on this one, but there is fun potential here.
Cost:
Hours: Tue: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm; Fri: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Sat: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Sun: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Address: 2606 Calhoun Road, Rome, GA 30161
Phone:706-291-7681
Putt Putt Fun Center
Mini Golf
Cost:
Hours: Sun-Thur: 2pm-10pm, Fri: 2pm-11pm, Sat: 1pm-11pm
Address: 3349 Alabama Hwy Rome, GA 30165
Phone: (706) 235-2817
YMCA
Swim, gym, kids classes, lessons and more. You have to pay a daily fee if you’re not a member, but lessons (swim/karate) and sports are separate from membership.
Cost: Varies
Hours: Varies for open gym/swim, classes
Address: 810 East 2nd Ave Rome, GA 30161
Phone: (706) 232-2468
RFPRA Gymnastics Center
Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
Address: 1 Shorter Ave, Rome GA 30165
Phone: (706) 291-0766
Tot Time
Ages: Walking – 5 years
Open Gym
Ages: 6+
Hot Shots Open Gym
During open Gym, ages 4 and up can play, climb, tumble, jump, and get rid of some energy!
Call for availability.
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LEARN SOMETHING
Museums may be more manageable with older children.
Chieftains Museum
Look out for family free days when they have interesting demonstrations!
Cost: Adults $5.00, Seniors $3.00, Students $2.00
Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 501 Riverside Parkway, Rome, Georgia
Phone: 706-291-9494
Museum of Flight
If your little one likes things that “go,” this is a great place to walk around and check out a LOT of planes and trucks. It is in an airport hanger, so it may not have proper heating in winter.
Cost: ~$5
Hours: Tues. – Sat. 10am – 4pm; Sunday & Monday: Closed
Address: 304 Russell Field Road, Rome, GA 30165
Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum
Check out the grounds even if your children wouldn’t appreciate the tour.
Cost: $8 adults, $5 students. Children 5 and younger are free.
Hours:10am-3:30pm Mon-Sat (grounds open until 5, closed holidays)
Address:24 Veterans Memorial Hwy Rome, GA 30161
Phone: (706) 368-6789
Rome Area History Museum
Learn about history right on Broad street!
Cost: FREE
Hours:Wed-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 11am-2pm
Address: 305 Broad Street, Rome, GA 30161
Phone:706-235-8051
WATCH SOMETHING
Movie Theaters
No explanation needed.
Mt Berry Square
Showtimes
Address: Mount Berry Square Mall, 2820 Martha Berry Hwy, Rome, GA
Phone: (706) 235-9335
Rome Cinemas
Showtimes
Address: 2535 Shorter Ave. Rome, GA 30165
Phone: 706-235-7777
ARTS AND CRAFTS
AR Workshop Rome
A super fun place for a family craft or mom’s night out! Register in advance.
Address: 411 Broad Street,Rome, Georgia
Phone: (706) 728-3456
Studio Siri Lil’ Artists/Mommy ‘n Me
Check the schedule for the Mommy ‘n Me classes once a month, art lessons also available.
Cost: $25
Hours: Friday 10:30-11:45am once a month
Address: 1205 Dean Ave. Rome, GA 30161
Phone: 706-409-3022
Swerve Art Studio
Swerve is an eclectic art studio offering all types of art events, parties, classes & workshops. Painting, pottery, mosaics, and FUN.
Hours: Vary – see website
Address: 108 Broad St. Rome, Georgia
Phone:(706) 346-5429
Michael’s Crafts Kids’ Craft
Affordable crafts for kids every Saturday. Check online (link above) for pictures and schedule.
Cost: ~$2
Hours: Most Saturdays 10am-12pm
Address: 1432 Turner McCall Blvd SW, Rome, GA 30161
Phone: (706) 295-9081
Comment if you have more indoor favorites to add and don’t forget about the upcoming and regular weekly events around town which are posted on our Activities Page!
