Best Kids Indoor Playgrounds & Play Spaces in Los Angeles

Climbing is encouraged at Wild Child. Photo courtesy of Wild Child Gym

Indoor playgrounds and play spaces in Los Angeles let kids climb, and their imaginations fly. Colorful rooms full of slides, play structures, ball pits, and engaging activities hold a special kind of magic for kids. Adults can appreciate indoor playgrounds too—places where the Wi-Fi works, coffee is (usually) available, kids remain contained, and someone else cleans. 

Rainy days, birthdays, hot days, cold days—no matter why you need indoor playgrounds in Los Angeles, these are the best of the best. For more indoor fun, discover free things to do indoors in LA, research these indoor birthday kids' birthday party places in Los Angeles, and check out our Indoor Fun and Play Spaces Guide for Los Angeles Kids

Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in the Hudson Valley

Poughkeepsie's Gravity Vault  is an indoor rock-climbing gym with classes for kids as young as 5. Photo by Kaylynn Ebner

Hudson Valley indoor playgrounds come in clutch if you’re cooped up and your little chickens are starting to act more like rampaging bulls. These indoor play places from Nyack all the way up to Kingston allow for running, jumping, climbing, and imagining–so your kids can bounce off somebody else’s walls!

For more indoor fun, check out our Guide to Indoor Fun in Westchester and the Hudson Valley and our Top Picks for Indoor Play Spaces in Westchester.

21 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Suffolk County

Kids can hop on tricycles and ride around the indoor track at L.I. Salty Kids Cove.

The best indoor playgrounds and indoor play spaces in Suffolk County range from trampoline parks to play cafes to creative centers and museums. Many family fun zones are packed with action sports and ninja courses, best suited for bigger kids. While unique, smaller play spaces are perfect for entertaining toddlers and preschoolers. 

Kids can jump into the action and burn off some of their endless energy in any weather. Many kids' indoor playgrounds double as party spaces, so call ahead for the public play times and pricing. Many locations do not allow shoes or bare feet, even for adults, so wear socks. 

Read ahead for our top picks to plan your next indoor playground adventure. Also, check out our list of indoor playgrounds in Nassau County and our Guide to Winter Activities on Long Island for more ideas. 

20 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in New Jersey

Attractions at Morganville's Play Big Zone include arcades games and a 2,000-square-foot obstacle course.

New Jersey's biggest and best indoor play spaces bring some major wow factor. We've put together a roundup that includes NJ spots where you can tackle a ninja warrior-style obstacle course, play laser tag, climb through play mazes, bounce on inflatables and trampolines, play arcade games, scale rock walls, and even go roller skating or bowling.

While most of these spots aren't specifically geared toward the smaller set, all have areas or times set aside just for them.

Read on to find out which fun zones made the cut, and for even more options, check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces in New Jersey.

24 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in NYC

Brooklyn's Flying Apple offers action-packed fun for kids of all ages.

With winter's chill here, an indoor play space in NYC may be just the thing to get out some winter wiggles. To that end, we present this list of the 24 best indoor playgrounds in New York City. So, when it gets too cold to explore one of New York City's top playgrounds, consider taking your fun inside. A word to the wise: Many of these indoor play spaces in NYC require reservations for playtime, so plan your fun in advance.

We've got plenty more ideas to entertain kids in our Guide to Indoor Activities, plus fun seasonal happenings in our Winter Fun Guide.

Vancouver With Kids: 33 Best Things To Do in Vancouver, BC

Take North America's largest aerial tram to the top of Grouse Mountain. Photo courtesy of Destination Vancouver/Devin Manky

Vancouver, British Columbia is one of Canada’s most ethnically diverse and densely populated cities; the crown jewel of the country's west coast. Less than an hour by car from the US border, Vancouver is the gateway to the Pacific Rim and draws visitors from all over the world.

But it’s not just Vancouver's location that makes people flock there. It's also the stunning backdrop of mountains, temperate weather, and world-class amenities. With a favorable exchange rate in Canadian dollars, free public parks, and an easy-to-navigate public transportation system, Vancouver offers great value and seemingly endless and unforgettable experiences.

Here are the 33 best things to do in Vancouver, BC with kids, from the famous Vancouver Aquarium to family-friendly Vancouver hotels. Find more great Canadian cities to visit, including Toronto and Montreal, in our Canada Family Travel Guide.

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