Getting your kids out of the house—and away from their video games and smartphones—isn’t always easy. But the treasured family memories make it worth it. (Right?) Luckily, Atlanta is a hotbed for kids activities, making it simple for you and your family to get outside, learn something new, or flex your creative muscles. Here’s our list of the most fun places for kids in Atlanta, and best of all, some of these activities for kids won’t even cost you a dime.

1. Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Learning Can Be Fun—No, Really

Telling your kids that you’re headed to a museum might elicit a few groans. But once they step inside the Children’s Museum of Atlanta, they’ll immediately change their tune. The interactive exhibits will ignite their curiosity in the subjects of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. They’ll be so engrossed that they probably won’t even realize they’re learning. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

2. Centennial Olympic Park

Free Splashes in the Park

With its lush trees, inventive architecture, and copious family-friendly events, it’s easy to see why Centennial Olympic Park is one of Atlanta’s most popular destinations—not to mention, it’s free to the public. But the main event for families is the Fountain of Rings. Have your kids wear their swimsuits, because they won’t be able to resist running through this giant sprinkler-like fountain, which is timed to spray along with pop tunes. 265 Park Avenue West NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

3. Yellow River Game Ranch

Talk to the Animals

Explore a mile-long trail through the woods, where you’ll come up close and personal with some of the 600 species of animals that call the ranch home. Little ones can even feed the critters, which include everything from deer to buffalo to black bears. Whatever you do, don’t miss the chance to bottle feed the ranch’s furry newborns. 4525 US 78, Lilburn, GA 30047

4. Escape Woods

The Family That Finds Treasure Together, Stays Together

Escape Woods is equal parts escape room game and scavenger hunt throughout the woods surrounding Sleepy Hollow Farm. You and your family are cast as an elite group of archeologists, who must search the woods for caches of hidden ancient artifacts. Unfortunately, the government has their own plans for the artifacts, and will shut you down for good if you don’t find them in under one hour! 628 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Powder Springs, GA 30127

5. Center for Puppetry Arts

Become the Master of Puppets

The Center for Puppetry Arts may host a number of quirky, hands-on exhibits, screenings, and performances—but only the Jim Henson Collection brings kids face-to-face with movie stars. Aspiring puppeteers can bring their own characters to life at the Create-a-Puppet workshop, or cheat a little with a trip to the most dangerous museum store (for parents’ wallets) in the city. 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, Atlanta, GA 30309

6. Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Monetary Museum

Prove That Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees

During a self-guided tour, your kids will see how money is made and counted, and they’ll even get a peek at the robotic transports that move it around in the automated vault. Although admission is free, the museum has a staunch policy against giving away free samples. 1000 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

7. LEGOLand Discovery Center

Explore a World of Imagination

Your kids (particularly those aged 3–10) will tap into their unlimited imagination resources as they explore 15 attractions—including rides, a 4D movie theater, and lots and lots of LEGO. Don’t miss MiniLand, a miniature city built from nearly 1.5 million LEGO bricks. The best part? You won’t have to do any cleanup after these LEGO adventures. 3500 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, GA 30326