Indoor Playgrounds Around Philadelphia (Local Map)

Here's the place for parents to share tips and reviews for the best indoor playgrounds around Philadelphia! These are parent-recommended places with an indoor play area for when the weather is rough or you want to switch it up from your go-to outdoor playgrounds.

Check the map to find an indoor playground near you, and come back to leave a review and share what you and your kids thought about it!

For more high-energy indoor play places, try local bounce and trampoline parks and restaurants with free playgrounds, too.


 

    Lulu’s Casita

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     (123.4 mi)

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    Age 0-5

    Juan L.:  Lulu's Casita is an indoor play spot that has everything to capture the imagination of younger kids and toddlers. The aesthetic is DIY and Pinterest-y (i.e., super cute) and there's loads of toys and objects for kids to explore: toys, blocks, slide, ball pit, and more.

    Oasis Family Fun Center

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     (124.9 mi)

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    $9-$25/child

    Shila:  Oasis Family Fun Center features a multitude of attractions including a gigantic soft playground, laser maze, arcades, rock climbing, and a designated toddler area. Very popular is "Ballocity." This interactive play experience combines multi-level platforms & soft playground elements with a variety of features including blasters, vacuums, cannons & buckets that propel & dump up to 5,000 soft foam balls throughout the play arena!

    King of Prussia Mall - Children's Play Area

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     (140.4 mi)

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    Free

    The King of Prussia Mall boasts colorful and fun children's play areas with local restaurants nearby. My kids used to enjoy playing at both when they were younger. One is on the Upper Level of The Plaza near H&M and the other on the Lower Level of the Court near Pottery Barn Kids.

    Chatter Splatter

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     (144.4 mi)

    Price

    $8-$12/person

    Ages

    7 months-7 years

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Chatter Splatter is an indoor playground geared toward keeping little ones active and social!

    Superior Play Systems

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     (144.4 mi)

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    $10-$12/child

    Dawn Barger Wiggins:  Huge indoor, interactive playground! Superior Play Systems sells play sets, basketball hoops and trampolines. They offer open play on their equipment in their showroom. Go for a fun time or try before you buy!

    Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse

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     (147.9 mi)

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    Free

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  The Smith Memorial Playground, located in East Fairmount Park, is one the kids will want to come to again and again. It has unique playground equipment to foster climbing, exploring, pretend play and more. It offers a special tot area for young children as well. But its signature giant wooden slide will be the highlight of your visit.

    Kids at Play

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     (148.0 mi)

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    Age Crawlers - 12 years

    Kids at Play has plenty of indoor activities for kids in the Philadelphia area. Their indoor playground and 7,000-square-foot multi-sensory facility are designed to maximize opportunities for your child’s development in a safe, clean and fun, supervised environment. With their zip line, interactive virtual playground, toddler area, ball pits and entertaining swings and slides, this is a great place for kids of any age.

    Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University - Outside In

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     (148.4 mi)

    Juan L.:  Investigate animal habitats, explore science, climb into a giant eagle's nest, view specimens under a microscope, read nature books, find animals hidden in a life-size tree -- your child can do all these things and more at the Outside In exhibit.

    NEST Center City

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     (148.6 mi)

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    $25/child, $5/sibling

    Shila:  Nest offers a 3,000 sq. ft. nature-themed play space along with cozy furnishings and innovative & educational toys to discover. A meandering “creek” guides children through nature-inspired play features, and an oversized birdhouse serves as the ultimate NEST centerpiece.

    Philly InMovement Open Play

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     (149.0 mi)

    If you'e not sure whether your child is ready for gymnastics classes yet, or you're just looking for a great place to drop in for active play, check out Open Play at Philly InMovement! Enjoy 45 minutes of unstructured play time in their facilities with their equipment. There is always a trained InMovement instructor present and available for your safety and to answer any questions.

    PlayArts

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     (151.0 mi)

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    Age 6 & under

    Schedule a time to drop-in with your toddler and explore the beautiful, Montessori-style play centers at this large play space and preschool. Drop-ins are available on Saturdays and Sundays.

    The Little Pod

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     (153.8 mi)

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    $14/child

    Ages

    Age 7 & under

    Dawn Barger Wiggins:  The Little Pod is an indoor playground and birthday party center where children can play, climb, explore and learn through interactive playing. They offer a clean and safe environment so you can be worry free!

    The Little Pod is the perfect place for birthday parties, rainy days, avoiding the blazing hot summer heat or simply whenever your young ones need to burn off energy!

    Mr. B's Coffeehouse & Playzone

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     (155.4 mi)

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    Free

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Mr. B's Coffeehouse & PlayZone, located inside Calvary Church, is a great place to meet with friends & watch the kids play in our indoor PlayZone. Kids up to 54 inches tall can jump and slide to their hearts content.

    Romp n' Roll

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     (157.9 mi)

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    3 months-5 years

    Erin P.:  Romp n' Roll is a great indoor place to play! Enjoy the parent-supervised indoor playtime and let your child explore the bright, colorful, clean, and age-appropriate equipment.

    JellyBean Jungle

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     (162.0 mi)

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    $12.50/child

    Ages

    Age 5 & under

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  JellyBean Jungle offers a bright and stimulating environment created just for your little ones.

Primary photo:   Kids at Play

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