Things to Do with Kids in Tampa, FL
38 kid-tested activities — museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
iSmash Tampa
Ages: Best for ages 8 and up (some sessions require minimum age)
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay
Ages: Best for ages 7 and up (minimum age/weight requirements apply)
Kids Empire Tampa Citrus Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
FreeAnderson Playground
Ages: 2–10
K Peas Place
Ages: Best for ages 0-6
FreeJulian B. Lane Riverfront Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeCarrollwood Village Park
Ages: 2–12
HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeAnderson Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeCurtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Ages: All ages welcome
Marine Science Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeLesley "Les" Miller Jr. All People's Community Park & Life Center
Ages: 3–12
FreeAl Lopez Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeBallast Point Park
Ages: 3–14
Munchkin Town
Ages: Best for ages 1-7
FreeWater Works Park
Ages: 2–10
We Rock the Spectrum - Tampa
Ages: Best for all ages including kids with sensory needs
FreeFreedom Playground at Macfarlane Park
Ages: 2–10
FreeNew Tampa Nature Park
Ages: 6–16
Little Play Place
Ages: Best for ages 1-7
Altitude Trampoline Park Tampa
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
FreeUSF Botanical Gardens
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Bounce Zone Tampa
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Launch Family Entertainment Clearwater
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
FreeMacfarlane Park
Ages: 2–14
FreeCypress Point Park
Ages: 3–14
Get Air Trampoline Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Bounce City Brandon
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Ages: Best for ages 3-17
Elev8 Fun
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Great Explorations Children's Museum
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
The Airosphere, Inflatable Park & Arcades
Ages: Best for ages 3-14
Glazer Family Playground
Ages: 3–12
Catapult Adventure Park St. Pete
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Playgrounds of Tampa
Ages: Best for ages 1-7
Laser Ops Xtreme Fun Center
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
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Family Travel Guide: Tampa, FL
Discover the best things to do with kids in Tampa, FL. Our family-tested guide covers top attractions, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and hidden gems — all rated by age, with stroller info, cost estimates, and real parent tips.
Tampa Family Guides
In-depth guides with real costs, age-by-age picks, and parent tips.
Best Tampa Activities for Toddlers (Ages 0–4)
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Read guide →Common Questions About Tampa with Kids
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Tampa?
- Tampa has 14 free family activities. Top picks: Anderson Playground, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Carrollwood Village Park, Anderson Park, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/tampa.
- What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Tampa?
- There are 19 rainy day options in Tampa. Top indoor picks: iSmash Tampa, Kids Empire Tampa Citrus Park, K Peas Place, Munchkin Town, We Rock the Spectrum - Tampa.
- What are the best activities for toddlers in Tampa?
- 17 activities in Tampa are rated for toddlers (ages 1–3). Parent favorites: Kids Empire Tampa Citrus Park, K Peas Place, HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary, Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center, Anderson Park.
- Which Tampa attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 13 of 38 activities in Tampa are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
- What are fun things to do with teens in Tampa?
- 11 activities in Tampa are rated for teens (ages 13–17). Top picks: iSmash Tampa, Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Altitude Trampoline Park Tampa, Launch Family Entertainment Clearwater.
- How much do family activities cost in Tampa?
- KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 38 activities in Tampa. 14 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.
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