Tampa, FL
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Tampa
Looking for things to do in Tampa with kids? We have mapped 98 family-friendly places across the area, from museums and educational attractions (14), arcades (11) and trampoline parks (9).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Tampa. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 10/30/2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Tampa
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 30 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 Tampa
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 7 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 Tampa
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 Tampa
15 categories, 98 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Tampa
8 of 98, ordered by distance from Tampa.
Zurbrick Zoo
Sunken Gardens
Accepts AHS Garden NetworkSunken Gardens in St. Petersburg is a historic botanical garden with winding paths through lush tropical plantings and seasonal blooms. Families can explore the…
St. Petersburg Museum of History
Accepts Time Travelers
Accepts NARMThis downtown St. Petersburg museum has been sharing the story of the city and the Tampa Bay region for more than a century, with exhibits located right at the…
Great Explorations Children’s Museum
Accepts ASTC Passport Program
Accepts ACM Reciprocal NetworkAccepts NARMGreat Explorations Children's Museum in St. Petersburg, FL is a non-profit children's museum that offers hands-on learning experiences through creative curriculum…
The Dalí Museum#
Accepts NARMThe Dalí Museum, located in the heart of beautiful downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, is home to an unparalleled collection of Salvador Dalí works, with artwork…
Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement
Accepts NARMThe Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement (MAACM) is the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to the American Arts and Crafts movement. Founded…
Florida CraftArt
Accepts NARMFlorida CraftArt is a statewide nonprofit organization in downtown St. Petersburg. It represents Florida’s finest ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media and…
Florida Holocaust Museum
Accepts NARMThe Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of innocent men, women and children who suffered or died in the Holocaust. The Museum is dedicated to…
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Tampa?
We list 98 kid-friendly places in Tampa, led by museums and educational attractions (14) and arcades (11). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Tampa for free?
7 of the places we list in Tampa are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Tampa when it is raining?
There are 30 indoor places in Tampa, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.