What Games Can We Play on a Road Trip?

By Robert Palmer

Are you planning a road trip with your friends or family? One common concern for long car rides is how to keep everyone entertained.

Fortunately, there are many games that you can play on a road trip to make the time fly by. Here are some of the best games to try out:

License Plate Game

The objective: Spot license plates from as many states as possible.

This game is perfect for road trips because you’ll be seeing cars from all over the country. The goal is to spot license plates from as many states as possible. You can make it more challenging by requiring that the players see the entire license plate and not just the state abbreviation.

I Spy

The objective: Guess what object another player has in mind based on clues.

I Spy is a classic game that requires no equipment and can keep you entertained for hours. One player chooses an object in their mind and gives a clue about its color, shape, or location. The other players take turns guessing until someone correctly identifies the object.

20 Questions

The objective: Guess what another player is thinking of in 20 questions or less.

In this game, one player thinks of an object, and the other players take turns asking yes or no questions to try to guess what it is. The catch? They only have 20 questions total before they have to make their final guess.

The Alphabet Game

The objective: Spot letters of the alphabet in order on signs and billboards.

The Alphabet Game can be played individually or as a group. The objective is to spot each letter of the alphabet in order on signs and billboards outside of the car window. For example, if someone spots an “A,” then everyone moves on to “B,” and so on until they reach “Z.”

Never Have I Ever

The objective: Confess to things you’ve never done and see who else hasn’t.

Never Have I Ever is a game that encourages players to reveal secrets about themselves. One person starts by saying “Never have I ever..” followed by something they have never done.

If anyone in the car has done it, they have to take a drink or lose a point. The game continues with each person taking turns coming up with new statements.

Conclusion

There are endless games that you can play on a road trip to keep yourself and your companions entertained. Whether you prefer classic games like I Spy and 20 Questions or more unconventional options like Never Have I Ever, there’s no shortage of fun to be had on the open road. So next time you’re planning a long car ride, be sure to pack some games and get ready for some unforgettable memories.