Grandparents don't always get to see their grandchildren as often as they'd like. When they visit, you'll want to spend some quality grandparent time doing things that everyone will remember and cherish.
Gwinnett County offers many exciting and grandparent-friendly activities just right for memories in the making. Check out these top picks.
Plaster Zone. 5675 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, Ga. 30071. 404-668-5622. www.plasterzone.net
When grandparents come to town, bring them to a place where they can create a meaningful work of art with their grandkids. At Plaster Zone, visitors can choose from hundreds of ready-to-paint pottery items, then paint, glaze and decorate the item to create a personalized treasure. Pick out matching cups to paint together, or decorate a special keepsake that will remind grandparents of their grandkids after they return home. Prices starting at $6 per piece.
Southeastern Railway Museum. 3595 Buford Highway, Duluth, Ga. 30096. 770-476-2013. www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org
$10 for adults; $8 for seniors; $7 for children ages 2 to 12; free for children under 2
Explore more than 90 pieces of railroad equipment, restored freight cars, cabooses and locomotives, and ride on a vintage train. If someone in your family loves trains, they're in for a treat at this outstanding collection of locomotive history. The main exhibit hall features the Campbell Limestone No. 9 and "Superb," the 1911 Pullman private car listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, Ga. 30043. 888-935-6878. www.medievaltimes.com
$54.95 for adults; $36.95 for children ages 12 and under
Step back in time and enjoy your dinner while watching a live Medieval show that features sword fighting, jousting, falconry, horse competitions and games. Dinner includes a full feast with four courses, with vegetarian options available. It's just like having dinner with the family in a Medieval village, complete with knights, maidens and battles galore.
Pirates Cove Adventure Golf. 3380 Venture Parkway, Duluth Ga. 30096. 770-623-4184. www.piratescove.net
For 18 holes of mini-golf: $7 for adults, $6 for children; for 27 holes: $9 for adults, $8 for children; free for children under 3.
Your visit to Pirate's Cove will give visiting grandparents a miniature golf experience like no other. This adventure golf attraction features caves, waterfalls and footbridges inside an unforgettable pirate-themed landscape. Choose between an 18-hole or 27-hole round of miniature golf, and get ready for a little friendly family competition. Perfect for all ages and abilities.
Yellow River Game Ranch. 4525 U.S. 78, Lilburn, Ga. 30047. 770-972-6643. www.yellowrivergameranch.com
$12 for adults and children ages 12 and up; $7 for children ages 2 to 11; free for one child under 2 with paid adult admission.
Tucked away just east of Stone Mountain, visiting grandparents will get a chance to see wildlife up close and personal at the Yellow River Game Ranch. You'll find deer, bears, a cougar and a large herd of buffalo among the more than 600 other animals on site. You can also purchase special snacks at the gift shop that you're allowed to feed to some of the animals during your visit.
Looking for a vacation destination just right for the entire extended family? Not all vacations meet the needs of everyone going. Check out these grand getaways for grandparents and grandchildren.
