Things to do with kids in Philadelphia, PA
240 fun places to go with kids in Philadelphia, from rainy-day indoor spots to parks, zoos, camps, and holiday events. Every place is ranked by real parent ratings and reviews, so you can pick a weekend outing or a plan for today in minutes.
75 places
Indoor things to do with kids in Philadelphia
Museum Kids Activities Philadelphia Museum of Art
4.8(21,441)4.8 out of 5 stars, 21441 reviews2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia
Indoor Water Parks Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Pocono Mountains
4.1(14,504)4.1 out of 5 stars, 14504 reviews1 Great Wolf Dr, Scotrun
Interactive Science Centers The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
4.6(3,748)4.6 out of 5 stars, 3748 reviews1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia
Kids Theaters Walnut Street Theatre
4.7(2,417)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2417 reviews825 Walnut St, Philadelphia
Arcades Dave & Buster's Philadelphia
4.0(8,532)4.0 out of 5 stars, 8532 reviews325 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia
Arcades Barcade
4.4(2,486)4.4 out of 5 stars, 2486 reviews1114 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia
Museum Kids Activities Delaware Children's Museum
4.6(1,738)4.6 out of 5 stars, 1738 reviews550 Justison St, Wilmington
Indoor Water Parks Sahara Sam's Water Park formerly Big Kahuna's
3.9(6,403)3.9 out of 5 stars, 6403 reviews535 NJ-73, West Berlin
91 places
Outdoor things to do with kids in Philadelphia
Zoos for Kids Philadelphia Zoo
4.5(21,271)4.5 out of 5 stars, 21271 reviews3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia
Hiking with Kids Wissahickon Valley Park
4.8(6,584)4.8 out of 5 stars, 6584 reviewsValley Green Rd, Philadelphia
Zoos for Kids Elmwood Park Zoo
4.5(5,818)4.5 out of 5 stars, 5818 reviews1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown
Kayaking for Kids FDR Park
4.5(4,710)4.5 out of 5 stars, 4710 reviews1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia
Hiking with Kids Pennypack Park
4.5(4,441)4.5 out of 5 stars, 4441 reviewsPennypack Trail, Philadelphia
Kayaking for Kids John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum
4.7(2,956)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2956 reviews8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia
Zoos for Kids Lehigh Valley Zoo
4.4(4,495)4.4 out of 5 stars, 4495 reviews5150 Game Preserve Rd, Schnecksville
Kayaking for Kids Neshaminy State Park
4.5(3,411)4.5 out of 5 stars, 3411 reviews3401 State Rd., Bensalem
74 places
Seasonal things to do with kids in Philadelphia
Fall Festivals Independence National Historical Park
4.6(25,262)4.6 out of 5 stars, 25262 reviewsPhiladelphia
Easter Holiday Activities Adventure Aquarium
4.6(17,970)4.6 out of 5 stars, 17970 reviews1 Riverside Dr, Camden
New Year's Eve Kids Activities The Franklin Institute
4.6(13,006)4.6 out of 5 stars, 13006 reviews222 N 20th St, Philadelphia
Fall Festivals JFK Plaza (Love Park)
4.5(15,086)4.5 out of 5 stars, 15086 reviewsArch St, Philadelphia
Fall Festivals Dilworth Park
4.5(9,411)4.5 out of 5 stars, 9411 reviews1 S 15th St, Philadelphia
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Please Touch Museum
4.6(6,546)4.6 out of 5 stars, 6546 reviews4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
4.6(5,141)4.6 out of 5 stars, 5141 reviews1020 South St, Philadelphia
Fall Festivals The Fillmore Philadelphia
4.6(4,973)4.6 out of 5 stars, 4973 reviews29 E Allen St, Philadelphia
Parent questions
Kids activities in Philadelphia: FAQ
What are the best things to do with kids in Philadelphia?
Top-rated family activities in Philadelphia include Philadelphia Museum of Art, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Pocono Mountains, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia Zoo. Rankings combine star ratings with the number of parent reviews.
What can kids do indoors in Philadelphia on a rainy or cold day?
Popular indoor options in Philadelphia include Philadelphia Museum of Art, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Pocono Mountains, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. See all 75 indoor places for kids in Philadelphia on this site.
What are fun outdoor places to go with kids in Philadelphia?
Families in Philadelphia rate Philadelphia Zoo, Wissahickon Valley Park, Elmwood Park Zoo among the best outdoor spots for kids.
What seasonal and holiday activities are there for kids in Philadelphia?
Seasonal favorites in Philadelphia include Independence National Historical Park, Adventure Aquarium, The Franklin Institute, plus summer camps, fall festivals, and holiday events that change through the year.
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