Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Tampa
18 outdoor adventures for families in Tampa. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
Highest rated: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, Carrollwood Village Park, HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary. 15 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay
5 starsEmpower Adventures Tampa Bay is a zip line and aerial adventure park in Oldsmar with a perfect 5.0 Google rating from over 6,500 reviews — the most re
Carrollwood Village Park
4.8 starsCarrollwood Village Park is one of Hillsborough County's best community parks with a popular splash pad, large creative playground, and a lake perfect
HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary
4.8 starsHorsePower for Kids is a rare gem — a working horse facility and animal sanctuary that lets children get hands-on with horses, ponies, goats, and othe
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
4.8 starsThe massive playground next to the Hillsborough River is one of Tampa's best, and older kids love the river access for kayaking and paddleboarding. Th
Anderson Playground
4.8 starsA beloved neighborhood playground in West Tampa with solid equipment and a friendly neighborhood feel. Great for a shorter morning play session.
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay
Ages: Best for ages 7 and up (minimum age/weight requirements apply)
FreeCarrollwood Village Park
Ages: 2–12
HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeJulian B. Lane Riverfront Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeAnderson Playground
Ages: 2–10
FreeAnderson Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeCurtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Ages: All ages welcome
FreeAl Lopez Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeBallast Point Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeLesley "Les" Miller Jr. All People's Community Park & Life Center
Ages: 3–12
FreeWater Works Park
Ages: 2–10
FreeFreedom Playground at Macfarlane Park
Ages: 2–10
FreeNew Tampa Nature Park
Ages: 6–16
FreeUSF Botanical Gardens
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
FreeCypress Point Park
Ages: 3–14
FreeMacfarlane Park
Ages: 2–14
Glazer Family Playground
Ages: 3–12
FreeNew Tampa Nature Park Play Area
Ages: 2–10
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Tampa?
- 18 outdoor family activities in Tampa. Highest rated: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, Carrollwood Village Park, HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Anderson Playground. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Tampa?
- 15 outdoor activities in Tampa are free, including Carrollwood Village Park, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Anderson Playground.
- How many outdoor activities in Tampa are stroller-friendly?
- 2 of the 18 outdoor activities in Tampa are fully stroller-friendly.
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