Things to Do with Kids in Boston, MA
47 qualified activities: museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and more.
By Kit, KidPaths editor
Reviews family planning details across KidPaths city guides.
Boston family activity overview
With a baby or toddler in Boston, start with PlaySpace at Boston Children's Museum. For outdoor play, Martin's Park is next door on the waterfront. You can choose either stop on its own or add the park after the museum if your children still want to play.
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Indoor play for ages 0 to 3
PlaySpace is designed for children from birth through age 3 with their caregivers. That gives you a specific place to start with a baby, rather than trying to cover the whole museum. Stroller parking is limited, and some exhibits cannot take strollers. Bring only what you can manage while helping your child play.
Boston Children's Museum: family visit detailsAn outdoor stop beside the museum
Martin's Park is at 64 Sleeper Street, beside Boston Children's Museum. The City describes an inclusive play space for children and visitors of all abilities. Make it the main stop when your children want a playground, or leave it as an optional outdoor finish to a museum visit.
Martin's Park: family visit detailsPlanning sources checked September 13, 2026. Check venue notices for your visit date.
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Boston with kids: common questions
What can we do in Boston with a baby?
Boston Children's Museum has PlaySpace for children from birth through age 3 and their caregivers. Allow for limited stroller parking and exhibits that cannot accommodate a stroller. Martin's Park is beside the museum if you want outdoor time afterward.
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Ages: Toddlers to Teens
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Ages: Infants to Tweens
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Ages: Toddlers to Big Kids
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeCastle Island Playground
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Ages: All Ages
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Ages: Toddlers to Big Kids
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Ages: All Ages
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