Activities for Big Kids in Philadelphia
50 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Philadelphia. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Von Colln Playground, Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall, Reading Science Center. 9 listings are free. 32 listings work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
How to use this big kids list
Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 50 indexable picks for this page in Philadelphia, PA, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.
Quick fit
12 for infants, 36 for toddlers, 48 for little kids, 50 for big kids.
Weather and access
38 indoor or mixed-weather picks. 24 outdoor or partly outdoor picks. 36 stroller-friendly stops. 32 rainy-day backups.
Cost scan
9 free picks. 37 paid picks. Open the cards for family-of-4 cost notes and savings tips when we have them.
Top Picks
Von Colln Playground
5 starsVon Colln Playground sits adjacent to the scenic Von Colln Athletic Field near the Philadelphia Museum of Art area, giving kids both playground equipm
Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall
4.9 starsStar Park earns nearly perfect reviews because kids genuinely love every inch of it — from the towering multi-level play structures to the themed play
Reading Science Center
4.9 starsThe Reading Science Center earns its near-perfect 4.9 rating by doing hands-on science right in a small, accessible format. Kids can get close to ever
Kids Kastle
4.8 starsKids Kastle is an indoor play wonderland tucked inside the Gallery at Market East, featuring climbing structures, slides, and themed play areas that f
Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania
4.8 starsMorris Arboretum has a hidden gem called the 'Out on a Limb' tree canopy walk — a suspended walkway about 50 feet up in the treetops that older kids a
Parks & PlaygroundsKids Kastle
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
EntertainmentStar Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
EntertainmentUniversity Family Fun Center
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
Parks & PlaygroundsSkate N jump family fun center
Ages: Best for ages 3-16
Tours & ExperiencesPartially FreeFranklin Square
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
Tours & ExperiencesAdventure Aquarium
Ages: Best for all ages
Arts & CulturePhiladelphia's Magic Gardens
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Parks & PlaygroundsShip To Fun
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
EntertainmentCandyland Adventure
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
EntertainmentKids at Play
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Outdoor AdventuresMorris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania
Ages: All ages
Sports & RecreationPhilly Play Pact
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
EntertainmentThe Oasis Family Fun Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsThe Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Ages: Best for ages 2-11
MuseumsDa Vinci Science Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsThe Bucks County Children's Museum - Advance Ticketing Recommended
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
MuseumsDelaware Children's Museum
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
MuseumsReading Science Center
Ages: Best for ages 4-12
MuseumsFreeWagner Free Institute of Science
Ages: Best for ages 8 and up
MuseumsIndependence Seaport Museum
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
MuseumsPottstown Children's Discovery Center
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Zoos & AquariumsElectric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsDelaware Museum of Nature & Science
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsexpERIEnce Children's Museum
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
MuseumsMuseum of Life and Science
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Zoos & AquariumsBig Cat Falls
Ages: All ages
Zoos & AquariumsConnecticut's Beardsley Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 1-12
Zoos & AquariumsMcNeil Avian Center
Ages: All ages, especially ages 2-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeAwbury Arboretum
Ages: All ages
Zoos & AquariumsReptile and Amphibian House
Ages: All ages
Zoos & AquariumsBear Country
Ages: All ages
Outdoor AdventuresFreeReeves-Reed Arboretum
Ages: All ages
Zoos & AquariumsKidZooU
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Farms & NaturePartially FreeThe Lands at Hillside Farms
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Outdoor AdventuresFreeJenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Ages: All ages
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeJames G. Kaskey Memorial Park
Ages: All ages
Farms & NaturePartially FreePHS Meadowbrook Farm
Ages: All ages
EntertainmentSky Zone Trampoline Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
EntertainmentAltitude Trampoline Park - Feasterville
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
EntertainmentUrban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
EntertainmentThrillz High Flying Adventure Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
EntertainmentFunzilla Delran
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
EntertainmentLaunch Family Entertainment Deptford
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
EntertainmentFunzilla Fairless Hills
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeHerron Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeStarr Garden Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeVon Colln Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Parks & PlaygroundsFreeSister Cities Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-9
Parks & PlaygroundsPartially FreeFDR Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-16
Outdoor AdventuresTreetop Quest Philly Adventure Park and Ziplines
Ages: Best for ages 7 and up (minimum age/weight requirements apply)
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Philadelphia?
- Philadelphia has 50 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Von Colln Playground, Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall, Reading Science Center, Kids Kastle, Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania.
- Are there free big kids activities in Philadelphia?
- Yes. 9 of the 50 big kids-friendly activities in Philadelphia are completely free, including Von Colln Playground, Wagner Free Institute of Science, Reeves-Reed Arboretum.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Philadelphia?
- 32 indoor or rainy-day activities in Philadelphia are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall, Reading Science Center, Kids Kastle.
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