Rebecca Ruffin Leffler

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler is an LSU grad (Geaux Tigers!), wife, and mom to twin girls in Atlanta. She enjoys writing about parenting, hiking, and travel. Follow her family’s vacation adventures at FindingFamilyAdventures.com.

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Top 14 Kid-Friendly Science Museums in Atlanta

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:32pm

With lots of hands on exhibits and interactive stations The Tellus Museum is one of the best science museum in the country for young kids. Photo by Melanie Preis

For your next family activity, head to these science museums for kids in Atlanta, where curiosity is addressed through engaging, interactive activities and science experiments. Watch your children experience some "aha" moments as they discover scientific principles at work in the real world. In addition to igniting enthusiasm, Atlanta science museums reinforce concepts taught in the classroom.

Atlanta boasts tons of science museums for kids. Expose your children to various science fields such as biology, paleontology, astronomy, physics, engineering, and more at these Atlanta science museums. Many offer summer camps, too!

37 Best Things to Do and Hotels in Duluth, GA for Kids and Families

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 02/23/2025 - 8:19am

There's so much awesome public art in Duluth, GA!

Many people associate Duluth, GA with the Gas South District, which includes a convention center, arena, and theater near I-85. However, Duluth is so much more! Located 25 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, Duluth, exudes a small-town vibe with local businesses and shops and a walkable downtown centered on Duluth Town Green.

Duluth hosts awesome, annual events, such as Atlanta Brick Con, Howl on the Green, and Deck the Hall. Read on for the best hotels in Duluth, GA as well as awesome places to play, shop, and eat! Duluth is a great place for activities to satisfy every member of your family. Read on to learn more about the fun happening in Duluth, GA!

Get the Inside Scoop on the Atlanta History Center, Where Families Discover Atlanta's Past, Present, and Future

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 02/07/2025 - 11:57am

Atlanta History Center's new Goizueta Children’s Experience allows kids to experience the city through play, exploration, and storytelling. Photo courtesy of Atlanta History Center

Bring the family, especially young kids, to the Atlanta History Center, a mainstay for tourists since 1990. The 33-acre campus, located in the heart of Buckhead, offers Atlanta visitors and natives alike a fun-filled day of exploration, learning, and beauty. With multiple indoor exhibits, the Swan House museum, gorgeous gardens, and the new Goizueta Children's Experience, the Atlanta History Center will entertain families for hours. Read on to see our favorite exhibits for kids at this top-rated Atlanta museum!

Check out our Museum Guide for Atlanta Families, which includes the Center for Puppetry Arts and World of Coca-Cola. If you’re looking for fun indoor spots where kids can really unleash, refer to our Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Atlanta.

Kids Eat Free: 25 Atlanta Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 01/03/2025 - 8:20am

At select Flying Biscuit restaurants, kids eat free Monday through Friday. Photo by Melanie Preis

Want to know what day kids eat free at IHOP? Or where your kids can eat free today? We've rounded up Atlanta restaurants where kids eat free, from IHOP and other chains to local faves and sorted them by every day of the week. What parent doesn't love FREE food?!

Before dining out, call the restaurant as specials can vary by location. Many Atlanta restaurants require dine-in service and the purchase of an adult entrée.

Make sure to check our Atlanta Kids Free Things To Do Guide to find all the free things to do around town. And sign up for our free Mommy Poppins newsletter so you never miss out on fun events and activities near you.

13 Cozy Georgia Winter Trips for Kids

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 12/27/2024 - 4:18am

Travel north for the ultimate winter trip in Georgia. Photo courtesy of Georgia State Parks

When the winter weather outside is frightful, it’s time for a cozy Georgia winter trip...just don't forget to bring the fuzzy blankets and hot chocolate. We've got cool (get it?!) spots ranging from the North Georgia mountains to Lake Oconee. Take advantage of winter holidays like Christmas vacation, MLK weekend, Presidents Day weekend, for a cozy Georgia winter trip. We’ve rounded up Georgia spots encompassing mountains, lakes, state parks, and even a dude ranch!

Tasty Restaurants Open on Christmas in Atlanta

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 12/08/2024 - 9:09am

The Hard Rock Cafe has something for everyone this Christmas, like the jolly Santa Sangria for parents and the sublime Holiday Brownie for kiddos.

Dine out at these Atlanta restaurants open on Christmas and give yourself the ultimate Christmas gift of relaxation. Read on to find the perfect restaurant open on Christmas in Atlanta to please everyone in the family. We've included eateries for a casual breakfast, a fancy dinner, or something in between. Without the chores of cooking and cleaning, utilize that extra time by checking out dazzling Christmas light shows and Atlanta Christmas neighborhoods with awesome residential holiday lights.

Stone Mountain Christmas Creates Lasting Memories for Atlanta Families

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 11/22/2024 - 11:18am

Take a stroll through the Musical Frosted Forest during a Stone Mountain Christmas.

Stone Mountain Christmas always makes our annual list of Must-Do Christmas Events in Atlanta. It’s no wonder since the holiday extravaganza includes visits with Santa Claus, walk-through holiday light displays, entertaining performances, nightly tree lightings, a parade, and drone show. Stone Mountain Christmas pulls out all the stops for a magical family event—be prepared for fun shows and attractions, including the new Magical Flight to the North Pole. Add that to all the regular outdoor activities offered at Stone Mountain Park, and your family is in for a treat through January 5, 2025!

18 Eerily Fun Ghost Tours in Atlanta & Georgia

Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 11:32am

Step into the shadows of St. Mark Church, where history and mystery intertwine. Photo courtesy Atlanta Ghost Tours

Halloween is almost here, and there are great Atlanta ghost tours awaiting brave souls...alive and dead! Blending historical facts with hair-raising ghost stories, Georgia ghost tours allow families to explore prominent landmarks after the sun sets. If your Halloween calendar is already booked, many of these ghost tours occur year-round!

We’ve rounded up the best ghost tours around Georgia, including Atlanta, Macon, and Savannah (ranked as one of the most haunted U.S. cities!). While some ghost tours welcome kids of all ages, it may be best to leave toddlers and preschoolers at home due to tour length, required walking, limited restrooms, and spook factor. Purchase tickets now as many tours sell out close to Halloween.

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