Fun Island Playground
Rating
Family of 4
$50-80 for 2 kids including session fee
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 0-10
About
Fun Island Playground in Coney Island is a hidden gem in Brooklyn's most famous neighborhood — an indoor play facility with a genuinely impressive 4.8-star rating that reflects the quality of its programming and staff attention.
The facility serves the full range of youngest kids through about age 10 with climbing structures, slides, and activity areas, plus a programming calendar that includes classes, themed events, and summer camps beyond standard open play. This programming depth is what distinguishes Fun Island from simpler play gyms.
The Coney Island location is itself a bonus. The D/F/N/Q subway lines run directly to Coney Island-Stillwell Ave, making it accessible from across Brooklyn and Manhattan without a car. Once you arrive, the boardwalk is steps away — a free outdoor experience that extends the outing naturally.
Nathan's Famous hot dogs on the boardwalk after indoor play is a classic NYC family move that costs almost nothing.
Hours aren't consistently listed online, which means calling ahead (347-985-4374) before visiting is important. This is a small-business venue that may have session-based scheduling rather than pure walk-in access.
For families visiting the New York Aquarium (steps away on Surf Ave), Fun Island is a natural second stop that turns an aquarium morning into a full day.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Limited
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings — smallest crowds and most attentive staff
Wait Times
Call ahead; sessions may be structured
Nearby Food
Nathan's Famous on the boardwalk is 5 minutes away — an NYC institution. The Coney Island boardwalk has multiple food vendors. Gargiulo's nearby for sit-down Italian if you want a post-play meal.
Why Kids Love It
Fun Island Playground in Coney Island earns a remarkable 4.8-star rating because it combines indoor play with the unique energy of the Coney Island area. The facility offers climbing, slides, and activity zones for kids through about age 10, plus the added bonus that stepping outside puts you right on the famous Coney Island boardwalk.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Call 347-985-4374 or check funislandplay.com to confirm current hours — they weren't listed on Google and can change seasonally.
- Being in Coney Island means you can combine indoor play with a free walk on the boardwalk and Nathan's Famous hot dogs.
- Summer camps and classes run here in addition to open play — check the website for programming.
- The D/F/N/Q subway to Coney Island-Stillwell Ave is about a block away — easy subway access.
- Parking exists nearby but Coney Island is easy to reach by subway from anywhere in Brooklyn or Manhattan.
What to Bring
- Socks
- Layers (indoor AC can be cold)
- Water and snacks
- Metro card — subway is easy to Coney Island
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$50-80 for 2 kids including session fee
Tips to Save
- Check funislandplay.
- com for current pricing and session times.
- Located in Coney Island — combine the visit with a free Coney Island boardwalk walk and you get an excellent full day without extra cost.
- Call 347-985-4374 to confirm current hours since they aren't listed online.
