Tween Activities in Philadelphia
38 tween-approved activities in Philadelphia for ages 10–12. From escape rooms to outdoor adventures, things tweens actually want to do.
Highest rated: Von Colln Playground, Reading Science Center, Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania. 6 listings are free. 23 listings work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
How to use this tweens list
Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 38 indexable picks for this page in Philadelphia, PA, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.
Quick fit
9 for infants, 23 for toddlers, 35 for little kids, 37 for big kids.
Weather and access
28 indoor or mixed-weather picks. 20 outdoor or partly outdoor picks. 23 stroller-friendly stops. 23 rainy-day backups.
Cost scan
6 free picks. 28 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
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
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
Wagner Free Institute of Science
4.8 starsThe Wagner Free Institute is a Victorian natural history museum that has barely changed since 1865 — and that's the point. The enormous collection of
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
4.8 starsReeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit, NJ has spectacular daffodil and azalea displays in spring that kids love running through. The Whale Pond area and woo
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
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
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
Zoos & AquariumsElectric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsDelaware Museum of Nature & Science
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
MuseumsThe Mütter Museum at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Ages: Best for ages 12 and up
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
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 & PlaygroundsFreeVon Colln Playground
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
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 tweens (ages 10–12) in Philadelphia?
- Philadelphia has 38 activities rated for tweens (ages 10–12). Top picks: Von Colln Playground, Reading Science Center, Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania, Wagner Free Institute of Science, Reeves-Reed Arboretum.
- Are there free tweens activities in Philadelphia?
- Yes. 6 of the 38 tweens-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 tweens (ages 10–12) in Philadelphia?
- 23 indoor or rainy-day activities in Philadelphia are suitable for tweens (ages 10–12). Best rated: Reading Science Center, Wagner Free Institute of Science, Reptile and Amphibian House.
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