Orlando, FL
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Orlando
Whatever the weather is doing, Orlando has options. We track 222 places to take kids across the area, including outdoor playgrounds (48), amusement parks (40) and outdoor pools and water parks (20).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Orlando. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 22 September 2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Orlando
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 38 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 Orlando
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 66 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 Orlando
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 Orlando
18 categories, 222 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Orlando
8 of 222, ordered by distance from Orlando.
Orange County Regional History Center
Accepts Time Travelers
Accepts NARMOrange County Regional History Center is a museum housed in a historic courthouse in downtown Orlando that features four floors of exhibits exploring 14,000 years…
Lake Eola Park Playground
Municipal or county park playground; confirm exact amenities and access.
Blue Swan Boulders
Delaney Park Playground
Municipal or county park playground; confirm exact amenities and access.
Lake Davis Park Playground
Municipal or county park playground; confirm exact amenities and access.
John H. Jackson Pool
John H. Jackson Pool is a place in Orlando, FL where families can swim and cool off during the warmer months — a kid-friendly spot for a summer afternoon.
Grand Avenue Park Playground
Municipal or county park playground; confirm exact amenities and access.
Lake Lorna Doone Park Playground
Municipal or county park playground; confirm exact amenities and access.
Nearby cities
The closest other places we cover.
Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Orlando?
We list 222 kid-friendly places in Orlando, led by outdoor playgrounds (48) and amusement parks (40). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Orlando for free?
66 of the places we list in Orlando are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Orlando when it is raining?
There are 38 indoor places in Orlando, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.