The Oasis Family Fun Center

The Oasis Family Fun Center in Glen Mills is one of the more complete family entertainment centers in the Philadelphia suburbs, and the 4. 6 rating with nearly 1,800 reviews tells you it consistently delivers. This isn't just an arcade — it's a multi-activity destination with laser tag, mini bowling, bumper cars, a climbing play structure, and enough arcade games to give the kids (and parents) a proper time.

What makes The Oasis work well for families is the range. Young kids have an enclosed play area and can do mini bowling. Older kids and tweens are in their element with laser tag and bumper cars. There's enough here to keep a mixed-age family group occupied for 2-3 hours without anyone running out of things to do.

Pricing is activity-based — you buy tokens or packages for different attractions. The critical tip: buy a multi-activity bundle at the front desk rather than paying per-activity; it's meaningfully cheaper. A family of 4 should budget $80-110 for a solid visit including food. The on-site dining is a step above typical arcade food and is reasonably priced, so there's no need to eat before or after.

Glen Mills is about 30 minutes from Center City Philadelphia, which makes it a great day-trip destination for city families. Parking is easy and free. Weekday mornings are noticeably quieter than weekend afternoons, when laser tag can have a wait.