Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Tampa
19 outdoor adventures for families in Tampa. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
Highest rated: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, Anderson Playground, 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
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.
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
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
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
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay
Ages: Best for ages 7 and up (minimum age/weight requirements apply)
Anderson Playground
Ages: 2–10
HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Carrollwood Village Park
Ages: 2–12
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
Ages: 3–14
Anderson Park
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Water Works Park
Ages: 2–10
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Ages: All ages welcome
Ballast Point Park
Ages: 3–14
Al Lopez Park
Ages: 3–14
Lesley "Les" Miller Jr. All People's Community Park & Life Center
Ages: 3–12
Freedom Playground at Macfarlane Park
Ages: 2–10
New Tampa Nature Park
Ages: 6–16
Cypress Point Park
Ages: 3–14
USF Botanical Gardens
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Macfarlane Park
Ages: 2–14
Glazer Family Playground
Ages: 3–12
New Tampa Nature Park Play Area
Ages: 2–10
Adventure Island
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Tampa?
- 19 outdoor family activities in Tampa. Highest rated: Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, Anderson Playground, HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary, Carrollwood Village Park, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Tampa?
- 15 outdoor activities in Tampa are free, including Anderson Playground, Carrollwood Village Park, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park.
- How many outdoor activities in Tampa are stroller-friendly?
- 2 of the 19 outdoor activities in Tampa are fully stroller-friendly.
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