Minneapolis, MN
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Minneapolis
There are 251 kid-friendly places to visit in Minneapolis on Mini Navigators, covering bowling alleys (32), outdoor playgrounds (26) and indoor playgrounds (25).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Minneapolis. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 28 September 2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Minneapolis
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 69 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in Minneapolis
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 51 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in Minneapolis
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
Browse by category in Minneapolis
20 categories, 251 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Minneapolis
8 of 251, ordered by distance from Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Planetarium
Mill City Museum
Mill City Museum is a national historic landmark built within the ruins of what was once the world's largest flour mill in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Families can…
Franklin Steele Square Splash Pad
Franklin Steele Square Splash Pad is a splash pad located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The facility is part of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's extensive…
North Loop Playground
North Loop Playground is a playground in Minneapolis, Minnesota located at 402 W River Parkway as part of the Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park system…
Currie Park Splash Pad
Currie Park Splash Pad is a splash pad located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The splash pad is part of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's park system, which…
Boom Island Park
Boom Island Park is a picturesque site in Minneapolis, Minnesota that offers biking paths, walking paths, a picnic area, and a playground/tot lot for families to…
Norway House
Accepts NARMNorway House is a forward-thinking, international business and culture organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota dedicated to establishing, renewing, and advancing…
Elsie’s
Elsie's is a family-friendly bowling center in Northeast Minneapolis with 16 lanes equipped with automatic scoring, bumpers for younger bowlers, and a cosmic…
Nearby cities
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Minneapolis?
We list 251 kid-friendly places in Minneapolis, led by bowling alleys (32) and outdoor playgrounds (26). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Minneapolis for free?
51 of the places we list in Minneapolis are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Minneapolis when it is raining?
There are 69 indoor places in Minneapolis, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.