Best Coffee Shops in DC to Visit with Kids

A cup of coffee from Open City is the perfect complement to a National Zoo visit. Photo courtesy of Open City DC

Ah, coffee. So comforting. So rejuvenating. So... difficult to sit and enjoy with kids around—at least in my experience! If you need more coffee in your life—and the chance to actually finish it—we've rounded up the best coffee shops in DC to visit with kids.

Want to meet up with friends and their kids for a play date? DC has a coffee shop for that. Want to enjoy a cup of java and a snack with your little one without having to worry about them being too loud or messy? There's a coffee shop for that, too. There are even coffee shops in the area with built-in entertainment for kids!

Here are 12 of the best coffee shops in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia to visit with kids. If you need some heartier fare, check out our Kid-Friendly DC Restaurants Guide for more places to enjoy a meal with little ones, including family-friendly DC vegan restaurants and restaurants near DC where kids can play.

25 Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in San Francisco

Jump for joy for the many indoor playgrounds in the Bay Area. Photo courtesy of House of Air

Indoor playgrounds and play spaces are always an option to keep in the back of your mind when you need something entertaining for the kids. 

It's news to no one that the Bay Area has some of the best outdoor weather. It's perfect for little ones who need to burn some energy, soak up that Vitamin D, and be out in nature instead of in front of a screen. While that's usually easy to do 99% of the time, there are those days, as rare as they are, when the weather just isn't on the same page. With our recent rain party hitting us all this month, families are looking for things to do inside with kids. If you're getting those stir-crazy vibes from the mini-me's, we've rounded up the best indoor playgrounds to check out that are guaranteed to help burn off that pent-up energy. From trampolines to LEGO creations, these indoor playgrounds and play spaces are sure to be a hit on a rainy or hot day. 

Don't feel like leaving the house but still need to occupy the kids? Get them moving with these indoor exercises and activities, and scroll through to find tons of ideas when kids are bored. Plus, check out our at-home guide for families.   

17 Best Coffee Shops in Los Angeles to Bring Your Kids When You Need Caffeine

We guarantee you'll have to share your pastries with the kids. Photo courtesy of La Monarca Bakery

A great coffee shop in Los Angeles is a wonderful respite where parents can get that much-needed daily caffeine fix. Unfortunately, it can be challenging for a parent with kids in tow to find a nice, relaxing place to grab a cup (or several cups) of coffee. Of course, this is Los Angeles; a place you can find just about anything. That means there's an abundance of coffee shops in Los Angeles that are great for kids. 

The best coffee shops in Los Angeles go the extra mile to provide entertainment for kids, comfortable seating and outdoor spaces, and kid-friendly fare so they can join in on recharging (even if they're skipping the caffeine). Here are some of our favorite kid-friendly coffee shops across the Southland. 

Best Coffee Shops in Atlanta to Bring Your Kids When You Need Caffeine

Cafe Intermezzo's cappuccino will keep parents energized; the sky-high cake slices will keep kids ecstatic.

The best coffee shops in Atlanta provide life for overtired, under-energized parents. Let's be real —parenting is exhausting work, and sometimes caregivers need a caffeine fix to get through the day. Whether it’s from sleepless nights with baby or days schlepping kids all over the city, you deserve a caffeine pick-me-up. But what to do with the kiddos while you're enjoying a steamy mug? We've got you covered!

Don’t rely solely on drive-through spots for coffee when you have the kids in tow. Here's our curated list of the best coffee shops near Atlanta that are kid friendly, ranging from locations with fun, cozy rooms to cavernous spaces and expansive outdoor areas.

13 Best Coffee Shops in Philly to Bring Your Kids When You Need Caffeine

Ultimo Coffee serves up treats and pours hearts all day. Photo courtesy of the shop

We found the best coffee shops in Philly that are welcoming to kids so you can get your caffeine fix with the littles in tow.

We've all been there—kids up early and needing to burn some energy before we've finished our first cup of coffee. Luckily, the Philadelphia region is home to coffee shops and other café spaces that brew up caffeinated beverages and offer delicious baked goods, while also making it easy, safe, and even fun for children to play and explore. We've rounded up some of our favorite kid-friendly coffee shops in and near Philly, where kids can chill while you caffeinate. 

For more dining destinations that welcome the kiddos, visit our Philadelphia Restaurant Guide for Families, featuring our favorite restaurants where kids can play and of course our essential cheesesteak roundup.

Free Indoor Playgrounds for Kids in Orlando to Have Fun

Florida Mall Play Park is a free indoor playground for kids to let loose!

It's no surprise that Orlando has an abundance of indoor playground spots and indoor entertainment centers for families, but these can get pricey, especially if you have more than one child. Luckily, Orlando also has FREE indoor playground areas that allow kids to let loose and explore at no cost. From soft indoor playground spots at the mall, to a dino dig and real train car to explore, you're sure to find something for kids of all ages to enjoy. And who doesn't love FREE entertainment?!

10 Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops on Long Island

Delicious breakfasts are served  at Southdown Coffee.

Looking for the best coffee shops on Long Island? Read on for our top family-friendly picks. 

Coffee shops are so many things–gathering spots, places to work, or spaces to relax and get cozy. They are also great places to take the kids. 

With caffeine-free options and over-the-top sweet treats, many of the best coffee shops on Long Island now cater to little ones. So whether you need to fuel up for the day or want to unwind with a warm cup of joe, it’s time to grab the family and head to one of these local cafes that everyone will love.

Be sure to check out our rundown of Long Island restaurants where kids eat FREE and other food and beverage options in our Long Island Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide

10 Best Babymoon Destinations for Expectant Parents

Stroll a beach, take some naps, and enjoy your time together before the baby arrives. That's the ideal babymoon!

The best babymoon destinations vary depending on who you are and what you’ll miss most when your Friday night consists of falling asleep on the couch at 8:30pm. If you’ll be sorry you’re not catching the latest show, your perfect babymoon destination might be a trip to a bustling city. If you’re missing those extra hours of shut-eye because you got up at 1am (and 3am and 5am), the best babymoon idea for you is a spa. Here we’ve picked the top 10 spots for a babymoon, from a glamorous trip to London to a favorite tropical beach destination.

Now pack your bags and get a little fun in before your all-consuming (but very happy-making) bundle of joy arrives. Because the next trip you plan will be as a family, and you’ll be using our Guide to Family Travel to find an all-inclusive water park resort or pick the best hotel for families near Disneyland!

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