20 Family Weekend Getaways from DC

Wintergreen Resort has been recognized as one of Virginia's top ski resorts. It's a luxurious resort sitting on 11,000 acres on the east side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Snow or no snow, this place is absolutely stunning. On-site activities at Wintergreen include skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, golf, tennis, fly fishing, hiking, swimming, a spa, wonderful dining options, etc. Also, there are a handful of children's programs available for back-to-back entertainment daily.

This cozy ski-in/ski-out resort sits on slightly over 170 acres and offers skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and snow tubing in the winter. In the warmer seasons, there are still many activities that the whole family will love, such as archery, chairlift rides, a mountain coaster, golf, swimming and kayaking.

If you're going to visit Sesame Place, you might want to carve out a whole weekend to enjoy all of the rides, shows, a water playground and meals with the characters.

Roanoke is a charming city for a family weekend getaway. Start the day out at the beautiful Mill Mountain Park, then make your way to the Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium, where the kids will love the unique hands-on experiments. The Mill Mountain Zoo is also a must-visit location - this is home to almost 200 mammals, birds, reptiles and invertebrates. Other sites to visit include ArtVenture Interactive Center at the Taubman Museum of Art and the Museum of Transportation.

You and the family will make memories for a lifetime in New York City. Take a ferry to the Statue of Liberty, catch a show on Broadway, visit the Empire State Building, take a stroll through Central Park, take in the views from the High Line, and make your way to Chinatown and Little Italy. And the food - you'll find any cuisine you've ever dreamed of here. Be sure to check out our full list of parent recommendations for Things to Do With Kids in New York City.