A smiling toddler in a pink bow plays with water while being held by an adult in a brightly colored indoor area.

10 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Indianapolis & Beyond

Looking for the best indoor playgrounds in Indianapolis and the suburbs to help your kids burn off some energy? This parent-curated list is gathering recommendations for all kinds of indoor play areas — from action-packed play zones with climbing structures and slides to soft play spots perfect for toddlers.

Whether it’s too hot, too cold, or just time to mix things up from your go-to outdoor playgrounds, these indoor play places are loved by local families. Explore the list, add your own favorite spots, and leave a review to help other parents find the best indoor play for kids around Indianapolis.

Want more ideas? Try local trampoline parks, too.


 
    cornerstonelutheran.church

    Cornerstone Lutheran Church - Fishers Play Area

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    This fun indoor playground offers climbing opportunities for older kids as well as a separate area featuring toddler-friendly equipment for children 3 and under.

    Fishers, IN
    smileyindianapolis.com

    Smiley Indoor Playground & Arcade

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    Mommyx3 (Monique H) said:  This place is epic! They give you "play socks" when you first enter and the rest is a good time. They have different play sections for children, so smaller children can play in different zone but parents are welcome to join as well. They have huge slides and a very huge ball pit and climbing activities that are pretty enjoyable. Its always a great time getting worn out lol

    Indianapolis, IN
    Children's Museum, Indianapolis

    The Children's Museum of Indianapolis - Playscape

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    Playscape is a gallery for young children—infants through the preschool years—and their families to learn and play together. Features an underwater pond habitat, art studio, reaction contraption that launches balls, musical instruments, whirly twirly tower, and sand and water area. 

    Indianapolis, IN

    Rhodius Park - Sensory Room

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    Beth Wood said:  Located inside of the Rhodius Park Family Center, the Sensory Room is a wonderful place for children and teens to come climb, explore and play with different sensory activities. There is a trampoline, sensory activity wall, climbing wall, swings, ladders, ball pits, balls, balance beams and more interactive fun to be had.

    Indianapolis, IN
    thewellcommunitychurch.com

    The CENTER and The Well Community Church

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    The CENTER is a community center that is also a church. Open to the public for play at the CENTER! Their huge play space is a perfect place to meet for a playdate and let the kids jump, climb, and slide!


    Brownsburg, IN
    tpcc.org

    Traders Point Christian Church - The Park

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    Whether you attend Traders Point Christian Church or are just dropping by to help your kids burn off some energy, you are invited to enjoy The Park. The Park has two main play spaces. One for ages three and below, and another more prominent area for older kids to have fun.

    Whitestown, IN

    Plainfield Christian Church - The Treehouse

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    The Treehouse at Plainfield Christian Church is a beautiful indoor play structure modeled after a tree, bathed in natural light. It has tons of space for kids to climb and play until they are ready to ride a slide.

    Plainfield, IN
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    Kid's Planet

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    Kid’s Planet offers young families in Brownsburg, Indiana, and the surrounding areas a quality family recreation center with jungle gyms, soft contained, multi-level playgrounds, birthday party hosting, and lots of funny arcade games. There are many play areas, including a toddler area, a fantastic ball pit area with many ball cannons, a trampoline, twisted and curved slides, and tunnels.


    Brownsburg, IN

    McDonald's PlayPlace

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    Which McDonald's play place near Indianapolis do you like to visit? Add a review or tip this recommendation to let us know about your experience.

    Sarah66A3 said:  Easy lunch, and indoor playground! Cheap and easy!

    Chick-fil-A

    Chick-fil-A Playground

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    Chick-fil-A has several of their fast food play places near Indianapolis. Add a review to let us know about your favorite location!

    Sarah66A3 said:  Easy lunch, and indoor play. Use the app to get free goodies!

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