Stroller-Friendly Activities in Boston

24 stroller-friendly things to do with kids in Boston. Wide paths, elevators, and easy access for families with little ones.

Highest rated: Martin's Park, Park Swings, Castle Island Playground. 13 are free. 6 are indoor. 14 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.

Top Picks

Martin's Park
#1

Martin's Park

4.9 stars

Martin's Park is Boston's most beloved inclusive playground — purpose-built in honor of Martin Richard, the youngest victim of the 2013 Boston Maratho

Best for all ages, especially 0-12FreeOutdoor$0 (completely free; nearby Seaport District has extensive dining)
Park Swings
#2

Park Swings

4.9 stars

The Park Swings on the Rose Kennedy Greenway are giant adult and child swings set right in the middle of downtown Boston — the kind of playful public

Best for all ages — genuinely fun for everyoneFreeOutdoor$0 (free; combine with North End restaurants or Faneuil Hall nearby)
Castle Island Playground
#3

Castle Island Playground

4.8 stars

Castle Island is one of Boston's most beloved family destinations — a waterfront park with a spectacular playground, a real historic fort (Fort Indepe

Best for ages 2-12FreeOutdoor$20-$40 (playground is free; budget for Sullivan's ice cream and food which is a must-do)
Miriam and Sidney Stoneman Playground
#4

Miriam and Sidney Stoneman Playground

4.8 stars

The Stoneman Playground is set on the Esplanade's Back Bay section — slightly less crowded than the Beacon Hill playground and surrounded by the same

Best for ages 2-10FreeOutdoor$0 (free; Back Bay has extensive dining nearby)
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
#5

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory

4.8 stars

Walking through a greenhouse alive with 4,000 free-flying butterflies from 25+ species is a genuinely otherworldly experience for young kids — butterf

Best for all ages — especially magical for ages 2-10Indoor$65-$85 (adult ~$17, child ~$11; small gift shop; no restaurant — bring snacks)
Martin's ParkFree

Martin's Park

Ages: Best for all ages, especially 0-12

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Park SwingsFree

Park Swings

Ages: Best for all ages — genuinely fun for everyone

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Castle Island PlaygroundFree

Castle Island Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Miriam and Sidney Stoneman PlaygroundFree

Miriam and Sidney Stoneman Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory

4.8(3,335)

Ages: Best for all ages — especially magical for ages 2-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

4.7(3,996)

Ages: Best for ages 3 and up

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Christian Herter ParkFree

Christian Herter Park

Ages: Best for all ages

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Play Union

Play Union

4.7(75)

Ages: Best for ages 0-6

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Esplanade PlaygroundFree

Esplanade Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Southwick's Zoo

Southwick's Zoo

4.7(7,861)

Ages: Best for ages 2-14

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Museum of Illusions Boston

Museum of Illusions Boston

4.7(994)

Ages: Best for ages 5 and up

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
El Parquesito Playground, Franklin ParkFree

El Parquesito Playground, Franklin Park

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Kidztopia

Kidztopia

4.7(187)

Ages: Best for ages 1-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Piers Park Children's PlaygroundFree

Piers Park Children's Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Artesani Playground Wading Pool and Spray DeckFree

Artesani Playground Wading Pool and Spray Deck

Ages: Best for ages 1-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Cowabunga's Indoor Kids Play & Party Center - North Reading

Cowabunga's Indoor Kids Play & Party Center - North Reading

4.5(876)

Ages: Best for ages 1-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Playground at Dorchester ParkFree

Playground at Dorchester Park

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center

Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center

4.4(1,555)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Hunt Almont PlaygroundFree

Hunt Almont Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Christopher Columbus PlaygroundFree

Christopher Columbus Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Hemenway PlaygroundFree

Hemenway Playground

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Stone Zoo

Stone Zoo

4.3(4,623)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Lupa Zoo

Lupa Zoo

4.3(1,090)

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Adventure Nest

Adventure Nest

Ages: Best for ages 0-6

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day

Common Questions

Which Boston attractions are stroller-friendly?
24 activities in Boston have stroller access. Top-rated stroller-friendly spots: Martin's Park, Park Swings, Castle Island Playground, Miriam and Sidney Stoneman Playground, Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory.

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