Laredo, TX

Beginning bowlers and professionals alike are welcome at Jett Bowl North. The newly renovated bowling alley also offers an arcade-style game room, perfect for letting the younger children play while the adults finish up their game. Family and group discounts are also available as are daily specials, and walk-ins are welcome.

Address: 701 Gale Street, Laredo, TX 78041 - MAP
Phone: (956) 724-2695

The perfect attraction for educational entertainment! The Imaginarium of South Texas in Mall del Norte offers a variety of fun activities for the whole family. Play with some reptiles, amphibians and insects at the Critter Corner, learn about the train system at the Union Pacific Train Station, create a glowing masterpiece in the Shadow Room or shop in style at the kid-sized Mercado.

Address: 5300 San Dario, Ste. 505, Laredo, TX 78041 - MAP
Phone: (956) 728-0404
Web: www.imaginariumstx.org

Fly to the moon and dance among the stars on a family excursion at the TAMIU Planetarium. Observe the night sky like you never have before. Learn about the solar systems and galaxies. Enjoy a number of shows. Children will especially enjoy the animated feature film with a fun story about different components of outer space, such as "The Little Star Who Could." This planetarium proves to be a great attraction that your pint-sized space explorer will enjoy.

Address: 5201 University Boulevard, Laredo, Texas 78041 - MAP
Phone: (956) 326-DOME (3663)
Web: www.tamiu.edu/planetarium

Children will love learning about the Rio Grande ecosystem at the Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center. Located on the campus of Laredo Community College, this environmental science center contains live specimens of local flora and fauna in a living laboratory. It's the perfect educational attraction for any family vacation.

Address: W End Washington St, Laredo, TX 78040 - MAP
Phone: (956) 764-5701
Web: www.laredo.edu