The Ultimate Bay Area Indoor Play Space Guide

Peek-a-Boo Factory SF

We love this location with its large play structure, a Ninja fitness course and a toddler area. The three-level play structure features a variety of slides, obstacle courses, tunnels, bridges, swings, a zip line, sea saw, sit and spins, trampoline and more. The Ninja Fitness course is sure to keep your inner Ninja warriors entertained.

5411 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA
Online: peekaboofactory.com

House of Air

Move over, backyard trampoline! This huge warehouse is filled with trampolines, airbags, dodgeball courts and a bounce house with an area dedicated to the youngest of jumpers, ages three to six. If your bouncers get hungry, stop at the House of Snacks and pick up a little something to munch on (they have healthy snacks!).

926 Old Mason St.
San Francisco, CA
Online: houseofair.com

Imagination Playhouse ​

Created by two mothers, Imagination Playhouse is a massive structure designed to help children overcome challenges and advance to the next level as they climb and learn. Every obstacle teaches kids how to safely climb with rubber flooring to catch any falls.  Drop-off, date night options and killer kid parties completes the whole package at this spot!

5628 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA
Online: facebook.com/imaginationplayhousesf/

Play Haven

This teacher created play space offers activities that promote early childhood learning, social and emotional development and fine motor skills. Art and sensory activities to imaginative games and dramatic play areas and even a rock climbing wall will all fire up little imaginations. 

254 Laguna Honda Blvd.
San Francisco, CA
Online: playhavensf.com

STEMful

STEMful inspires children to “sprout curiosity” in science, technology, engineering, art and math. They are dedicated to turning science into kids play through hands-on, engaging learning experiences in STEAM by encouraging curiosity, innovation and self-expression. STEMful offers a daily play pass, after school classes, movie nights and birthday parties.

30 29th Street (between Mission Street and San Jose Street)
San Francisco, CA
Online: sf-stemful.com

Little Oceanauts

The large play structure at Little Oceanaut with multiple slides, trampoline, tunnels and ball pit is everything every kid has ever wanted. A separate infant/toddler play area lets littles enjoy their own ball pit and soft foam area while a performing stage encourages children to channel their inner thespian. A snack bar means kids can stay and play with their new friends even longer! 

1917 Ocean Ave. 
San Francisco, CA
Online: littleoceanauts.com

Planet Playspace

Located in the Stonestown Galleria mall and operating on a no reservation, walk-in model, Planet Playspace offers a safe space for kids to burn off energy and work on balance, cardio and strength. Plenty of free mall parking makes getting to and from this play spot super easy which is a win win! 

3251 20th Ave
San Francisco

Online: planet-playhouse.com

Twirl

**currently open for pre-registered classes and camps only**

Instead of throwing a bunch of toys in different rooms (or even corners of the room), Twirl takes a much cleaner and inventive approach to playtime for kids under 10 in the play gallery. There’s a super fun main play structure in the center of the room with creative learning spaces surrounding it on each wall and little wall nooks offer a variety of play spaces in the open floor plan. The paint studio offers kids of all ages different art activities at each table, as well as a reusable materials and art supply center for kids to try their hand at anything they comes up with. Read our full guide about Twirl here. 

1424 Park St.
Alameda, CA
Online: twirlalameda.com

Habitot Children's Museum

**currently holding pop-up events only, check here for more details**

We love this Berkeley spot for the wee ones as it offers hand-ons activities for every interest under the sun. Learn about recycling, ride the fire engine, play vet in the animal hospital and splash around in the waterworks. They often have drop-off events on Friday nights and their seasonal schedule is extra fun. 

2065 Kittredge Street
Berkeley, CA
Online: habitot.org

Mod Kids Co

This spot in Fremont has over 2,000 square feet of intentionally-curated play area, designed especially for infants, toddlers and children. Kids can immerse themselves in a world of free and imaginative play, socialize with children, or connect with their parents in a fun, safe and clean environment.

4938 Paseo Padre Parkway
Fremont, CA
Online: modkidsco.com

KidTopia

East Bay's largest indoor play space, kids will love taking a mega jump into the ball pit and climbing the massive play structure. There are spots for pretend play like the salon and ice cream truck, as well as a great train table for little engineers. Wee ones enjoy their own secluded area away from the big kid fray. Every Tuesday they offer a sensory-friendly environment with dimmed lighting, lowered music volume and fewer crowds.

4620 Auto Mall Parkway
Fremont, CA
Online: kidtopia.zone

Peek-a-boo Factory

Peek-a-Boo Factory provides clean, safe, fun and family-friendly environment to have your next playdate or celebrate a birthday. They offer parents a work space to catch up on emails with free WiFi and room to sit and socialize with other parents. The play room features slides, obstacle courses, tunnels, zip line, mirror maze and rock climbing. 

6253 Southfront Rd.
Livermore, CA
Online: peekaboofactory.com

Jumpity-Bumpity

Kids 12 and under will not be bored when you bring them for an afternoon at this Hayward hot spot with a sweet ocean theme. Soft play structures for sliding, tumbling and climbing are the main attractions for this spot. Little ones under age four can enjoy their own contained area.

Fairway Park Shopping Center (behind Sonic)
31169 Mission Blvd.
Hayward, CA
Online: jumpitybumpity.com

Lost Worlds Adventures

This massive play spot is great for kids of all ages, even teens! Enjoy laser tag, black light mini golf, an arcade and the largest play structure in the area. Little ones who only want to play in the play structure can purchase a pass just for that. Check the calendar for discount days. Everyone is required to wear or purchase safety socks so bring ’em if you’ve got ’em!

6538 Patterson Pass Rd. Suite E
Livermore, CA
Online: lostworlds.rocks

Bumblebee Playspace

This spacious play space is designed especially for the younger set—infants, toddlers and preschoolers and will delight the littles with its art and light rooms, musical instruments, water and dramatic play areas and more!

Online: bumblebeeplayspace.com

CuriOdyssey

Part science center, part wildlife center and totally fun, CuriOdyssey is a great spot for both indoor and outdoor time. Indoor exhibits present different ways to relate to the world around us with outdoor animal exhibits. Check out their First Friday Family Nights for music, food and frivolity with other families.

1651 Coyote Point Drive
San Mateo, CA
Online: curiodyssey.org

La Petite Playhouse

With an under-the-sea theme, older kids will love exploring the huge play structure and climbing wall, while little ones can stay in a separate under-threes area where parents can keep a close watch. Birthday parties are big business here (the playhouse is closed to the public on weekends, when the parties take over) with simple, all-inclusive packages make planning a snap.

1264 Oddstad Dr.
Redwood City, CA
Online: lapetiteplay.com

Imagination City

This new spot just opened at the Tanforan Mall, lower level near Target. You'll get all-day passes so that you can leave for lunch and head back for round two later in the day. Two free adults are included with each child admission. Don't forget to bring your socks!

Tanforan Mall, 1150 El Camino Real, #144
San Bruno, CA
Online: myimaginationcity.com

Rockin’ Jump

The sky's the limit at Rockin' Jump! The main attraction is a warehouse-sized trampoline room, but kids go bonkers over the slam dunk corner, somersault foam pit and trampoline dodge ball. Both Bay Area locations offer Rockin' Tots jump times for children up to age 6, so your toddlers aren't bumping up against the big kids. Parents will enjoy the plentiful seating and WiFi while the kids bounce away the rainy day blues.

401 Quarry Rd.
San Carlos, CA

1901 Monterey Rd.
San Jose, CA

Online: rockinjump.com

Peek-a-Boo Factory

The Daly City location of Peek-a-Boo Factory offers a play structure with slides, obstacle courses, tunnels, bridges, swings, a zip line and more. The three-and-under area features its own play structure with the latest interactive wall panels. The newest addition to the facility is the arcade games and a climbing wall that will sure keep your kiddos all day long.

6553 Mission St.
Daly City, CA
Online: peekaboofactory.com

Safari Run

With two locations to choose from, Safari Run is a great spot for little monkeys who want to run around in a safe, contained and clean environment. Older kids love the animal-themed climbing area and running track, while toddlers get their own separate play area. It does get crowded especially on school holidays so your best bet is to get there when it opens. Weekends are often reserved for birthday parties so check the online schedule before heading over.

1180 Kern Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA

341 North Amphlett Blvd.
San Mateo, CA

Online: safarirun.com

The Duck Pond

Kids can explore a variety of different play areas, imagination stations, a jump house, a pretend theater, a large and clean play area filled with toys and lots of Playdough crafts. The Duck Pond is open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., so it’s a great way to kill a few hours before heading out on your next rainy day adventure.

GateWay Community Center/GateWay City Church
5884 Eden Park Place
San Jose, CA
Online: duckpondplayspace.com

Silver Creek Sportsplex

For hours of non-stop bouncing fun, head to this spot for their enormous inflatables, obstacle courses, roller rink and climbing walls! Open play runs pretty much all day (call first to check the hours) so pick your two hours, pay your $20 per kid and get bouncing. Take the sweaty kids over to High Five Pizza (also located within the sportsplex) to grab some pizza and burgers while watching hockey practice through the windows. Don't forget to wear socks!

800 Embedded Way
San Jose, CA
Online: gotoplex.com

Lost Worlds Funtropolous

Trampolines, arcade, ninja agility course, laser tag...Funtropolis has it all and more. Little guys and gals can hang in the toddler area while bigger kids take over in the rest of the zones. Climb in the giant play structure before you nosh on some eats from the on-site cafe. 

5401 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA
Online: funtropolous.com

Whirlygig

**currently offering private open play, one group at a time only**

Whirlygig has four unique play rooms, each with a theme like farm or beach, and they offer open play sessions throughout the week. Kids can come and engage in an activity, take a break for a snack and get to know some new friends.

919 The Alameda
San Jose, CA
Online: whirlygigparties.com

Bay Area Discovery Museum

One of the big draws for families in the Marin Headlands is the Bay Area Discovery Museum. This spot offers the under-eight crew plenty of hands-on opportunities to explore. Throughout the museum’s 7.5 acres, kids will find seven exhibition spaces and daily drop-in programs.

The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, parking is free and they have an awesome open door policy where no family is turned away for lack of funds.
557 McReynolds Road
Sausalito, CA
Online: bayareadiscoverymuseum.org

Play-Well Engineering Center 

With access to an incredible array of bricks, Play-Well is a LEGO builder's paradise.  Boxes Lego collections are stacked form floor to ceiling in every imaginable color and shape, including newer collections like EV3 Mindstorms and Star Wars. In addition to drop-in play, Play-Well offers classes and camps for ages 5-12.

216 Greenfield Ave.
San Anselmo, CA
Online: play-well.org

TumbleSpot

Classes are currently being offered through the Performing Arts Academy of Marin with acro, tumbling and gymnastics classes for children ages 12 months-10 years. They also have a fun drop-in open gym for ages 1-5 on Wed.-Fri. from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A toddler/preschool gymnastics apparatus is set up for use as an obstacle course, as well as tumbling mats and props.

750 Redwood Hwy
Suite 1212
Mill Valley, CA
Online: tumblespot.co