18 Nov The Best of LA: Indoor Playgrounds
Under the Sea Playground
Unleash your child’s imagination in a world Under the Sea. Through play, children develop the self-esteem, coordination, and social skills necessary to grow. Children will bounce in the Moon Bouncer, go down the Turbo Slide, crawl through the climbing structure, or climb up to the top of a sea castle.
Under the Sea Playground
3871 Grand View Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 915-1133
Pamper & Play
Our goal is simple: to help parents. We provide a “home away from home” atmosphere that is child AND adult friendly. Because happy kids = happy parents.
Since 2011, Pamper & Play has provided play & enrichment for children 8 months and up, while parents TAKE A BREAK!
Pamper & Play
2279 Westwood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 441-0797
Cayton Children’s Museum
Located in Downtown Santa Monica just blocks from the Pacific Ocean, the Cayton Children’s Museum offers 21,000 square feet of discovery-based exhibits and immersive play. We offer a robust calendar of arts and cultural activities designed for children 0 to 10 and their families, including public programs, festivals, camps, classes, workshops and more.
Cayton Children’s Museum
Santa Monica Place
395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 374
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 416-8320
Bounce
Kids aged 5 and up will enjoy the creative play space that is Bounce.
Bounce
9618 W Pico Blvd. #507
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 842-0411
Peekaboo Playland Eagle Rock
Little kids and toddlers will love this play space, offering free play between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. They also have a Bel Air location but this remains closed until further notice.
Peekaboo Playland Eagle Rock
2030 Colorado Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 255-1400
Kiddie City
3818A Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 389-8248
Kiddie City is a children’s indoor playground for children ranging from crawlers to 7 years old. Here’s what happens on a typical day at Kiddie City: the produce, cereal and pastries children load into their grocery carts in Pat’s Grocery & Bakery end up in the house, where children take their purchases to prepare dinner for the family. In the custom-built fire truck children wear fire fighter uniforms and race off to help rescue cats from trees. In the police station, barbershop, beauty shop, zoo, park and other places in the City, children pretend play and recreate all the fun things they watch adults do… and, some things they wish adults would do!
Basically, it is 180 degrees of fun all day long at Kiddie City. While the children are playing, adults can relax in reclining lounge chairs or perch on bar stools and enjoy free WiFi. The City is open for open play Everyday, 10:00am – 6:00pm (please call on weekends to find out if a party has been reserved). Open Play pass is $11 for the 1st child, and $7.
Kiddie City is closed for open play, but you can sign up for classes, pods, or inquire about space rental at info@kiddiecityla.com.
Wiggle & Work
968 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 407-6766
Wiggle & Work is a co-working space with on-demand child care, designed for babies and toddlers ages 0-4. You get some work done over a good cup of coffee while your little one learns and plays at the beautifully designed playground with trained child care providers.
Wiggle & Work is open and has implemented a number of new safety measures and policies to keep your family safe.
Noah’s Ark at the Skirball
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 440-4500
Play, climb, build, explore, make believe, and make friends—all while exploring a floor-to-ceiling wooden ark, filled to the rafters with whimsical animals at this award-winning children’s playground. Inspired by the ancient flood story, which has parallels in diverse cultures around the world, this one-of-a-kind destination invites children of all ages to conduct a storm, help construct the Ark, and bask in the glow of a beautiful rainbow. Unique to the Noah’s Ark experience are impromptu “happenings,” surprise interactions, and drop-in activities. Meet a puppet or two, hear stories, join in a music jam, or create a take-home art project.
The Skirball remains temporarily closed to the general public. Learn more about the Skirball Response to COVID-19.
Little Play Society
(323) 208-9802
As of September 2020, Little Play Society will no longer be operating out of their physical location on Pico Blvd. They offer an equipment rental program and party services at your home. You can also join them at Memorial Park for their super fun enrichment classes!
Big and Tiny
1731 Ocean Park Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) -392-0113
2624 W Sunset Blvd Los Angeles. CA 90026 (213) 674-7630
Big and Tiny play space in Santa Monica and Silverlake not only offer creative playgrounds for kids 6 months to 6 years old to climb, swing and jump, but they also have on-site cafe plus the flexibility for working parents to get some work done while your kids are playing. Big & Tiny also offers enrichment classes (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) that will keep your kids happily engaged.
Big and Tiny is open and has been taking every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of members and your tiny ones. Click here for all the safety measure they have been taking due to the pandemic.
Wild Child Gym
9715 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
(424) 603-4061
Wild Child Gym is a boutique children’s play space encompassing California cool with a distinct Hawaiian vibe designed to be functional, playful and spark creativity. The space and materials are inspired by the belief that a child’s environment acts as a teacher. The gym is extraordinarily clean and fresh, using all-natural, non-toxic products and materials.
The daily classes focus on children’s development through strategic play. Each week has a new theme, which varies from super hero training to surf camp, to space explorers, and so many more!
Wild Child Gym is open and is offering outdoor classes, virtual classes, and party packages. They have implemented several safety measures to keep you and your children safe during the pandemic.
The Playroom
14392 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423
818-784-7529
The Playroom is an indoor play space for the younger kids up to 5 years old. “The Hot Spot for Tots”. The purpose is to inspire children to think, create, and play freely in a fun, safe and clean environment. They offer enrichment events like creative classes, music, story times, and much more.
The Playroom is taking this opportunity to relocate during the pandemic. They will re- open soon in their new Sherman oaks home offering the same outstanding service. There will also be many new exciting additions, including a full safety plan in place. For updates and re-opening details check back.
Giggles N Hugs Topanga
6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #2008
Canoga Park, CA 91303
(818) 610-4847
Giggles N Hugs Glendale
3222 Glendale Galleria Way
Glendale, CA 91210
(818) 351 – 2937
Every Giggles N’ Hugs location offers an upscale, family-friendly atmosphere with a unique, custom-made 2000 square-foot play area that children 10 and younger absolutely love. Giggles N’ Hugs locations also feature a menu made from fresh and local organic foods, entertainment such as magic shows, concerts, and puppet shows, and all-day activities like face painting, crafts, and karaoke.
Giggles N Hugs locations are not open at this time. Please call (424) 835-3922 for information about reopening.
The Awesome Playground
5158 York Blvd. Highland Park, CA 90042
(323) 256-2467
The Awesome Playground features an indoor and outdoor play space for the little ones up to 10 years of age with a 60-foot inflatable obstacle course, a giant slide, an indoor crooked house and a race track. They also offer Parent’s Night Out at $25 for the first two hours; $10 per each additional hour.
The Awesome Playground is not open yet. For more information about re-opening, visit their website or contact them.
The Coop
Various Locations
(818) 883-COOP
The Coop is a cool play space for kids that adults love too. Your kids will play for hours in the giant ball pit, the two story curly slide, a super cool rope climbing tunnel, the jumbo bouncer equipped with a basketball net for “kid-friendly” dunking, pow wow in the Coop tee pee, or play and dance the day away on the electronic dance and gaming floor.
The COOP is open for Play: Monday to Thursday 10a-5p, Friday 10a-3p. They are occasionally closed in the afternoons for Private Parties.
Dream Big
Various Location
(626) 775-7888
Dream Big Children’s Center is an indoor children’s play and education center.
The centers feature play kitchens, a sandbox filled with dinosaurs, a room for sensory play, and endless activities for your little one. The Early Intervention program in our centers is for children 6 years of age and younger. This unique program is based on Applied Behavior Analysis in a natural environment with a focus on play and positive behavior interventions.
Dream Big locations are open, and have taken all measures possible to ensure the health and safety of staff, and the families.
Adam’s Garden
15301 Ventura Blvd. Ste P-37
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 616-3999
Adam’s Garden offers a variety of interactive activities and games along with weekly special events ranging from puppet shows and story time theater, to baby and toddler Pilates.
Adam’s Garden is temporarily closed.
We Rock the Spectrum
Various Locations
(818) 708-0860
We Rock the Spectrum gives children a chance to use their imagination and become their favorite characters while experiencing the exhilaration of climbing, jumping, swinging, crashing, crawling, running, or zipping on any one of the various pieces of awesome equipment found at We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym.
Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gyms are open for private facility rentals and low capacity open play for families with children of all abilities.
Chuck E Cheese
Various Locations
Chuck E Cheese is “where kids can be kids”. With wide selection of games, there is something to do for all ages. Whether it’s the classic ones you enjoyed as a child or the latest interactive learning games, Chuck E Cheese have got an activity that’s perfect for every kid in your family. You can find bowling, hockey, foosball, console games, dancing games, racing games, and much much more!
Most Chuck E Cheese Locations have reopened for games, birthday and fun. To find a location near you, click here. For safety measures, click here.
Pump It Up
Various Locations
The “Open Jumps” at Pump It Up are open play time, where your child can have the time of their life. The massive inflatables spark their imaginations to run wild. It’s not only fun for the kids, but provides a healthy workout that burns off excess energy and helps keep them fit. It’s fun for kids of all ages. Open Jumps are usually on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,Thursdays from 3 pm to 5 pm, and are $15 per child. Call before you go.
Pump It Up locations have reopened for 100% private and safe parties. You can also check the calendar for events and open play dates and times. For safety measures, click here.
Kids Korner
17200 Ventura Blvd #120
Encino CA 91316
Kidz Korner is a family owned indoor playground with several play areas. The largest one features a 3 level play structure which is comprised of a series of colorful tubes, slides, climbing structures, obstacle course and ramps. Kidz Korner is also equipped with a smaller area of interactive educational and entertaining games designed to promote eye and hand coordination and much more. A smaller, soft area for toddlers features stairs, ramps and toys.
Please contact Kids Korner directly re status of reopening.
Maddie’s Playhouse
19559 Parthenia St. Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 772-PLAY (7529)
At Maddie’s Playhouse children are encouraged to exercise and have fun while stimulating their imagination and challenging themselves physically, while you can enjoy hours of close interaction with your child in a secure and entertaining environment. You can purchase single day passes starting at $8 per day for unlimited play in all of the open play areas. Adults are admitted free of charge and encouraged to play in the play areas with their children. Children under 8 months are free.
Maddie’s Playhouse is temporarily closed. For status of reopening, please contact the playhouse directly.
The Jump Around Indoor Playground
21515 Parthenia St #1
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 993-5867
This amazing inflatable playground features bounce houses, obstacle courses, a boxing ring, a castle and slides. Open Play hours are from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Friday. Drinks and snacks are available for sale.
Please contact The Jump round Playground directly for the status of reopening.
The Attic Restaurant & Playground
21050 Golden Springs Dr. #107
Diamond Bar, CA 91789
(909) 595-1688
The Attic Restaurant & Playground is a full service restaurant with an indoor children’s playground on site. The aim at the Attic is to provide an enjoyable and playful dining experience for the whole family. Many of the dishes are unique and hard to be found elsewhere.
The Attic Restaurant and Playground is open. Please call before you go.
Twinkle Twinkle
2065 Palos Verdes Dr N
Lomita, CA 90717
310- 530-4535
Twinkle Twinkle Kids Cafe is a kid-friendly restaurant with indoor playgrounds where kids are free to have fun and parents are free to relax. Hours are 11 am to 8 pm Sundays through Thursdays, and Fridays through Saturdays from 10:30 am to 9 pm. Twinkle Twinkle is temporarily closed.
My Lil’ Town
16909 Devonshire St.
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 888-1888
My Lil’ Town is a town run entirely by children with adult supervision and comprehensive lessons in life skills. My Lil’ Town is much more than just an indoor playground, they offer a truly unique experience, providing children with a fun and educational space in which they can get prepared for life to come. At the kids’ play area, young people learn basic economics, government, communications, money management, and more!
Open Play is Temporary Closed due to Covid 19. Follow My Lil’ Town for updates and reopening dates. Due to Covid19, My Lil’ Town is currently only offering The Town Private Package Parties.
Kids World
618 Lindero Canyo Rd
Oak Park, CA, 91377
(818) 338-8888
At Kids World, you will find 4 level play structure for kids & adults with obstacle courses, slides and foam ball launchers, and a large arcade with over 30 Video Games, kiddie rides, cranes, skills games, and more. There is also a separate toddler area secured by a gate is designed for children ages 0-3, which features a shallow ball pit area, slide, book corner, small climbing structure and blocks. The Blast City Laser Tag features 2 level state of the art arena, top of the line arcade and party rooms.
There is a restaurant onsite with lots of yummy options for kids and adults. For services offered during COVID-19, and reopening, please contact kid’s world directly.
Billy Beez
Anaheim Garden Walk
400 West Disney Way,
Suite 189 Anaheim, CA 92802
(657) 207-4841
Billy Beez
Valencia Town Center 24201 Valencia Blvd., Unit 2380 Valencia, CA 91355
Bill Beez is an ultimate indoor play park for heart-pumping, family fun! Kids and kids-at-heart can run, jump, bounce, slide and climb their way to adventure. Adults are encouraged to play right alongside their kids, ensuring an unforgettable family experience. Create lasting memories as you race down our slides, climb through our jungles and explore together. Explore the specially designed, smaller scale section for the littlest of little ones. With miniature slides, soft play toys and padded flooring, your toddler will be able to safely go on any adventure!
For status of reopening, please call each location directly.
AdventurePlex
1701 Marine Ave. Manhattan Beach 310-546-7708
This 16,000 square foot AdventurePlex facility features a 5-Level Play Structure, Toddler Town, Rock Wall, Ropes Course, Sports Court, Reading Corner, Garden Multipurpose Room, and Beach House. Running, jumping, swinging, crawling, sliding, climbing and zipping are some of the ways your kids will play their way to good health in this amazing Adventure Room play structure. Packed with colorful mazes, tunnels, slides, zip lines and ball pits, there’s fun for all ages inside—even parents can join in the fun!
The AdventurePlex is closed at this time due to COVID-19. For status of reopening, contact AdvneturePlex directly.
Seascape Kids Fun
4771 E. Hunter Ave
Anaheim, CA 92807
(714) 970-7100
Seascape Kids Fun is designed to fit all ages. The 3 story arena has enormous slides and 13 foam ball shooting air guns. Open play is available 7 days a week, but you should call before you go in case there is a private party! Admission is $10.00 for each child (1-17 years old). Seascape is open during the pandemic.
Pretend City
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 428-3900
Relive your youth and participate in play once again at the Imagination Playground at Pretend City Children’s Museum! With Imagination Playground blocks kids build a new world every day. They make objects like animals, rocket ships, and robots. They make imaginary places like houses, factories, and cities. They make new dramatic scenarios, settings, and games to play. Most important, they make the rules. Because Imagination Playground is child-directed and open-ended, it encourages self-expression through deep, joyful play.
Pretend City Pretend City is reopening on March 27, 2021!
Amy’s Indoor Playground
1115 Mission Street
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-0304
Owned and operated by South Pasadena mom, Amy’s Playground is a haven for kids and parents alike. Amy’s Indoor Playground has a tremendous play area (nearly 3,000 square feet) featuring a giant maze, playhouse, bouncer and separate fun space for babies filled with toys. The carpeted playground is shoe-free. While they do not have a formal age limit, Amy’s Playground is best suited for children 5 years old and younger.
Amy’s Indoor Playground is offering podskool for preschoolers at this time. For reopening plan, please call the playground directly.
PlayLab Family Playspace
1021 E. Walnut St., Ste. 100 Pasadena, CA
(626) 376-0840
1431 Colorado Blvd.
Eagle Rock CA 90041
(323) 616-3585
PlayLab is a creative 2200 square feet indoor playspace for infants and young children, where kids can explore and experiment with lots of different kinds of play. Thoughtfully designed by early childhood and play experts, PlayLab’s indoor playground encourages curiosity, open exploration, and socializing with friends. PlayLab features a family lounge throughout the space, complete with cozy sofas, reading nooks and complimentary organic coffees and teas for parents and care takers.
They are currently only offering private reservations for the Eagle Rock location’s outdoor section!
Jump ‘n Jammin
Various Locations (626) 821-9120
Jump n Jammin features Tube crawls, web crawls, barrel rolls and giant slides in this multilevel play structure. Toddler day passes are $7.50 for all day play, and $17 for kids 2 to 12 years old. Jump ‘n Jammin has not reopened yet. For reopening status, please call each location separately.
Kidz Planet Indoor Playground
711 Foothill Blvd.,
Unit J La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
818-864-6520
Kidz Planet is an indoor destination for fun and safe indoor play for children. The supervised, visually open play area will ensure children’s safety while challenging them to think, interact, explore & have fun. Parents are encouraged to play and interact with their children. They offer free wifi access, an assortment of healthy drinks & snacks & a multitude of toys & activities, along with complimentary coffee for parents to enjoy while the children have fun!
Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 am to 6pm (subject to change based on private events). Rates are $12 for first child; $9 for each additional child. For status of reopening, please contact the playground directly.
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