Stroller-Friendly Activities in Philadelphia
40 stroller-friendly things to do with kids in Philadelphia. Wide paths, elevators, and easy access for families with little ones.
Highest rated: Von Colln Playground, Reading Science Center, Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall. 8 are free. 19 are indoor. 11 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
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
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
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
Pottstown Children’s Discovery Center
4.8 starsThe Pottstown Children's Discovery Center has the warm feeling of a community gem — staff know returning families, exhibits are changed regularly, and
James G. Kaskey Memorial Park
4.8 starsThe Kaskey Memorial Park (the 'Penn Biology Pond') is a hidden gem on the University of Pennsylvania campus — a small botanical garden with a koi pond
FreeVon Colln Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Reading Science Center
Ages: Best for ages 4-12
Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
Pottstown Children’s Discovery Center
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeJames G. Kaskey Memorial Park
Ages: All ages
FreeReeves-Reed Arboretum
Ages: All ages
FreeJenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Ages: All ages
Little City Activity Center
Ages: Best for ages 0-7
Kids Kastle
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania
Ages: All ages
Partially FreePHS Meadowbrook Farm
Ages: All ages
Museum of Life and Science
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Reptile and Amphibian House
Ages: All ages
expERIEnce Children's Museum
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
Candyland Adventure
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
FreeSister Cities Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-9
FreeAwbury Arboretum
Ages: All ages
The Bucks County Children's Museum - Advance Ticketing Recommended
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Adventure Aquarium
Ages: Best for all ages
The Oasis Family Fun Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeHerron Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Big Cat Falls
Ages: All ages
Delaware Children's Museum
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
Delaware Museum of Nature & Science
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
McNeil Avian Center
Ages: All ages, especially ages 2-10
Partially FreeFranklin Square
Ages: Best for ages 2 and up
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Ages: Best for ages 2-11
Independence Seaport Museum
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Animal Rides
Ages: Best for ages 1-6
Partially FreeFDR Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-16
Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Ship To Fun
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Ages: Best for ages 5-16
KidZooU
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Kids at Play
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
Da Vinci Science Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeStarr Garden Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Kids Empire Cheltenham
Ages: Best for ages 0-10
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 1-12
Bear Country
Ages: All ages
Common Questions
- Which Philadelphia attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 40 activities in Philadelphia have stroller access. Top-rated stroller-friendly spots: Von Colln Playground, Reading Science Center, Star Park Indoor Playground – Franklin Mall, Pottstown Children’s Discovery Center, James G. Kaskey Memorial Park.
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