Mount Washington Cog Railway in New Hampshire makes a thrilling adventure with summit trips, historic steam engines, and mountain views.
Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga makes an engaging day trip with river otters, penguins, sharks, and interactive exhibits from rivers to oceans.
Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix makes a fun outing with 7,500 instruments from 200 countries, interactive exhibits, and live concerts.
Museum Hill in Santa Fe makes a cultural weekend with four museums, botanical gardens, and Native American and folk art.
Museum of Appalachia in East Tennessee makes a fascinating outing with 35 historic log cabins, authentic artifacts, and living history.