Travel Canada's capital cities: Regina, Sask.

Whether you're planning a family road trip or a weekend staycation, check out our list of things to do in Canada's capital cities.

Favourite indoor activity: The Saskatchewan Science Centre includes Space Stadium Canada and the Nexen Science of Hockey among its 15 permanent exhibits. The Science Centre even has a climbing wall and IMAX theatre. sasksciencecentre.com

Favourite outdoor activity: The largest city park in North America, the Wascana Centre draws visitors— and tons of wildlife—to its marsh eco-system, Candy Cane Park and Willow Island. wascana.sk.ca

Best-kept secret: Ask about special family celebration days and educational programming at the lovely Regina Floral Conservatory. Admission to the conservatory is free. reginafloralconservatory.ca

Great place to eat: Downtown Fresh & Sweet has it all: yummy breakfasts (try the strawberry goat cheese waffle), a huge menu of cupcakes, homemade gelato and more. valleygirlscatering.ca

Great place to stay: A great petand kid-friendly hotel, The Best Western Seven Oaks has a heated swimming pool with a 240-foot slide. bestwesternsevenoaks.com

Worth the drive: About 60 km from Regina, Regina Beach is a great family destination, with everything from horseback riding, to fishing and cycling for a day’s trip or a longer vacation. reginabeach.ca

Diana Ballon is a Toronto-based freelance writer who loves to travel with her husband and two kid

Originally published in ParentsCanada, July 2012