Imagine That! 11 Spots Where Creative Kids Can Play Pretend

In a land not so far away there are awesome places for all day imaginary play.

By Allison Sutcliffe July 26, 2017

Forget “playing” dress-up. Your sidekick sports her creative get-up anywhere and everywhere. Because for her, pretend play isn’t reserved for playtime; it’s a way of life. Celebrate her super-sized imagination at museums and parks that take it to the next level. Flip through to find spots where your kiddo can dream of being president, take to the seas pirate style, go on safari and more!

Steer Away at Diggerland – West Berlin, N.j.

Does your kid go crazy over construction sites? Is "Bob the Builder" one of your go-to shows? Little builders will be in backhoe-loading heaven at this construction-themed amusement park and if you've always dreamed about pulling up some earth with the claw of a giant digger here's your chance! Kids (and grown-ups, too!) can try their hand at all sorts of vehicles, including backhoe loaders, skid-steers, tractors, and dumper trucks. Bigger kids (taller than 42") can also brave an assortment of construction-themed thrill rides, including the Spin Dizzy, which spins riders around and around in the jaws of a modified digger.

Insider Tip: Kids must be at least 36" to ride most of the rides—and, in some cases, must also be accompanied by an adult to ride.

Online: diggerlandusa.com

photo: Jeff Bogle

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—Allison Sutcliffe & Melissa Heckscher