Dartford is a town and borough in Kent and offers everything from children’s play parks to historic buildings, family fun, photo opportunities, extreme adventures and serene country parks. If you’re on a family holiday, you’ll enjoy the climbing, running and exploration opportunities for the little ones at Dinotropolis. Families with older kids can play a round at Pirate Cove Adventure Golf or go bowling, play video games and shoot pool at Tenpin Bexleyheath. Kids can get up close to birds of prey with falconry exhibitions at Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation.

Nature lovers will find a world of adventure at places like Brooklands Lake, Braeburn Park, the Bluewater Nature Trail, Thames Road Wetland, Darent Valley Path or The Enchanted Woodland. You’ll get the chance to explore history at Hall Place & Gardens, the Dartford Borough Museum and the National Trust – St. John’s Jerusalem. Authentic castle tours are available at Lullingstone Castle and Eynsford Castle, while at Swanscombe Heritage Park, you can explore a nature reserve where many important archaeological finds have happened.

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    Dartford’s picturesque landscape enhances the beauty of it’s many parks and hiking areas and its town center is home to various theaters, museums and historical sites. Many guests chose to stay in a well known downtown hotel, but there are also many unique historic homes that you can reserve for your stay.Enjoy the vibrant colors and peaceful sounds of the...

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