25 Places to Visit With Your Kids Before They Get Too Big

11. Carlsbad Caverns, New Mexico: These spooky caves are worth a visit. Guests can participate in a self-guided tour or ranger-guided cave tours.

12. U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Alabama: For all the little kids who love space and dream of being astronauts, the space museum will be a hit. Children can even ride a space rocket and climb a rocky wall that resembles the surface of Mars.

13. Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, New York: Stop by these two sightseeing treasures during a visit to New York City. Families can snack on pretzels while enjoying a view of the skyline on a ferry.

14. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Seashore, Michigan: You don't have to go abroad to see sand dunes. Kids can climb, run, and roll down the dunes as well as see views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands from the top.

15. Sports Games: If your little one has a love for sports, take her to see a live game.