9 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Columbus & Beyond

The 3-story-tall KidsGym Playland at Magic Mountain offers a variety of play equipment and activities specifically designed for younger children. Whether your child is just learning to crawl and explore the world or has an avid imagination, they have something for all kids!

COSI's Little Kidspace is an award-winning, hands-on exhibit area specially designed for children ages birth to first grade. It features interactive play zones like a water table, pretend play areas, and climbing structures that promote creativity, exploration, and early learning. Staffed by early childhood educators, the space offers a safe, engaging environment where young children can learn through play while caregivers participate or observe comfortably.

Take a break from shopping and let your little one enjoy some fun in the zoo-themed Play Area located on the Lower Level near Saks Fifth Avenue and FieldhouseUSA. Open to all children 48 inches and under.

We Rock the Spectrum is an inclusive indoor play gym designed to support children of all abilities, including those with sensory processing disorders and autism. It features specialized equipment and a safe, nurturing environment that encourages physical activity, social interaction, and sensory development.

Katie G. said:  Located inside Graeter's ice cream, this sweet indoor playground has ice cream-themed slides, a banana split teeter totter and plenty of room for little ones to run around. Socks are required to play.

Fun Town Play & Learn Café is a family-friendly indoor play space that combines imaginative play areas for children with a relaxing café for parents. It offers a safe, engaging environment designed to support early learning and social development through fun, hands-on activities.

Recreations Outlet invites kids to play at its indoor showroom, where they offer a large variety of swing sets, slides, trampolines, basketball hoops, and more for active play. Stop in any time during normal business hours for Pay to Play pricing, or visit during popular weekly Charitable Play hours for discounted rates, with part of the proceeds going to charity. Annual passes and punch cards are also available.

Kelly R said:  This is a great place to play inside when the weather isn't right for an outdoor playground. We have also attended many fun birthday parties here.

The Mall at Tuttle Crossing Play Area is a colorful, soft-surface indoor playground designed for young children to climb, explore, and play safely. Located within the mall, it provides a convenient spot for families to take a break and let kids burn off energy during shopping trips.

Coffee Connections, located in the heart of downtown Hilliard, offers fresh-roasted coffee in a casual, homey environment. Located in a renovated, old house, the second floor of their annex is a dedicated play area for kids to explore while Mom and Dad enjoy their brew.