Things to Do with Kids in Seattle, WA

Seattle has 51 kid-tested activities for families across museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, and outdoor adventures. Every listing includes age ratings (infants through teens), stroller access, cost estimates for a family of 4, and real parent tips you won't find anywhere else.

4.6 avgacross 51 rated

26 free

39 stroller-friendly

By Kit, KidPaths editor

Covers 71 cities. Reads a lot of parent reviews.

Seattle is one of the best family travel destinations in the US.

From world-class museums to outdoor adventures, there's something for kids of every age. Our guide helps you find exactly what works for your family. The KidPaths guide for Seattle currently includes 51 KidPaths-vetted activities, including 26 free options, 23 indoor or mixed-weather picks, 31 outdoor or partly outdoor picks, 39 stroller-friendly stops.

Use it to balance one anchor outing with a backup plan, especially when weather, naps, or meal timing start driving the day. Start with PlayDate SEA, KidsQuest Children's Museum, Great Big Game Show Seattle (Downtown) if you want a quick scan of the strongest local picks, then use the filters below for age fit, stroller access, cost, and rainy-day backup options.

Top kid-friendly places in Seattle

Washington Park Arboretum4.8 Bellevue Botanical Garden4.7 Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.1 Cougar Mountain Zoo4.5 Elevated Sportz Trampoline Park & Event Center4.2 KidsQuest Children's Museum4.5 Bloedel Reserve4.8 Volunteer Park Conservatory4.8 Big Air Trampoline Park4.8 Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden4.6 Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden4.7 Pump It Up Kirkland Kids Birthdays and More4.2

Plan Seattle by age, weather, and budget

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No admission feeFree Activities26 picks Weather backupRainy Day Activities20 picks Climate controlledIndoor Activities23 picks Fresh airOutdoor Activities31 picks Easy accessStroller-Friendly39 picks

Toddler43 Infant22 Little Kids47 Big Kids48 Tweens28 Teen22

Seattle with kids: common questions

What are the best free things to do with kids in Seattle?

Seattle has 26 free family activities. Top picks: Pacific Connections Gardens at Washington Park Arboretum, Discovery Park Playground, Washington Park Arboretum, NatureScaping of SW Washington's Wildlife Botanical Gardens, Center for Urban Horticulture. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/seattle.

What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Seattle?

Seattle has 20 rainy-day options. Top indoor picks: Great Big Game Show Seattle (Downtown), Tropical Rain Forest Zone, Volunteer Park Conservatory, Big Air Trampoline Park, Tropical Butterfly House.

What are the best activities for toddlers in Seattle?

43 activities in Seattle are rated for toddlers (ages 1 to 3). Parent favorites: Living Northwest Trail, Tropical Rain Forest Zone, Pacific Connections Gardens at Washington Park Arboretum, Discovery Park Playground, Washington Park Arboretum.

Which Seattle attractions are stroller-friendly?

39 of 51 activities in Seattle are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.

What are fun things to do with teens in Seattle?

22 activities in Seattle are rated for teens (ages 13 to 17). Top picks: Great Big Game Show Seattle (Downtown), Pacific Connections Gardens at Washington Park Arboretum, Discovery Park Playground, Washington Park Arboretum, Bloedel Reserve.

How much do family activities cost in Seattle?

KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 51 activities in Seattle. 26 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.