Toddler Friendly Indoor Play Places in Austin

This week the temps in Austin have reached nearly 10o every day. Not uncommon for this time of year, but still very uncomfortable. We’ve spent tons of time in the sprinkler and neighborhood pool. There comes a time when you need to get out of the house and let the kids run and climb but can’t bear to sit at the park and sweat it out anymore. Austin and the surrounding areas have a great selection of Indoor Play Places for Toddlers.

My Gym– They offer classes as well as open gym times for active play. Perfect for kids 10 months- 9 years.

• Open: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Cost: $8 for general public or $20 a month for unlimited active play.
• Location: 5307 W US Hwy 290, Austin

Little Gym– Tumbling, dance and sport focused classes to teach skills for appropriate ages. Filled with songs and lots of activity.

• Open: Monday – Sunday, times and classes vary
• Cost: Fees per classes
• Location: 4301 W William Cannon Dr Ste E 150, Austin

Hoppin’ House – This is my personal favorite hot or rainy day spot. Inflatable playgrounds with slides and obstacles, a foam pit, and toddler area. Parents are allowed to climb on all equipment with kids. There is a small concession area however you are welcome to bring in your own food to enjoy in their comfortable seating area. Small enclosed toddler/baby are is full of toys and puzzles and allows parents to still be able to see older children playing. 

• Open: Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday 3 p.m. – 8 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• Cost: Under 3 is $5.50 and 3 to 11 years old is $7.50
• Location: 4040 S Lamar Blvd, Austin & 5151 B Industrial Way, Buda

iPlay – OMG!!! 15,000 square feet of inflatable playgrounds, features iCreate set up with easels to color and paint (available on weekdays only). Toddler Town (for 3 years and under) has a mini roller coaster and large Lego blocks for the little ones enjoyment.

• Open: Mon: 12pm – 6pm, Tues – Thur: 10am – 6pm, Fri & Sat: 10am – 8pm, Sun: 10am – 6pm
• Cost: Kids 2 and under are free. For age 2-12 Monday – Friday $6 until 4 pm and after 4 pm $8. Weekends are $8 all day.
• Location: 8816 Cullen Lane, Austin

Gymboree Play & Music – Membership is required but worth every penny to enjoy easy to monitor, air conditioned fun.  Their classes offer a variety of play, music, art, sports, family fun, and school skills.  If you sign up for a class, you get to attend the open gym times during the week.

• Hours: Vary by location
• Cost: $72 and up per month, but you can get a free class pass off the website if you would like to come in and try it for FREE!
• Location: 9333 Research Blvd., 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., 4220 S. Lamar Blvd.

Altitude Trampoline – A 23,000 square feet of interconnected wall-to-wall trampolines. Children must be 2 years to jump, Toddler time is M-F 10-1pm.

• Open: Monday – Thursday 10 am –  9 pm, Friday 10 am – 11 pm, Saturday 9 am – 11 pm , Sunday 1 pm –   8 pm 
• Cost: $12 for 1 hour, passes available and price decreases for multiple hour stays.
• Location: 6800 West Gate Blvd, Suite 100 Austin

Toybrary – Check their schedule for a variety of classes and activities as well as check out a toy to take home!

• Hours: 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday
• Cost: If you’re not a member, come by the store to test out the toys for $5, to borrow anything you will need a membership. 
• Location: 7817 Rockwood Lane, Austin

The Thinkery – Austin’s local children’s museum is packed with interactive and educational activities. Monday morning Baby Bloomers is ideal for the 3 and under crowd but can be busy so leave the strollers at home.

• Hours: During normal days, open Tuesday – Sunday.
• Location: 1830 Simond Ave, Austin

Mt. Playmore – This huge indoor play scape has 3,000 square feet of fun. There is also an arcade and toddler area.

• Hours: Open Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Open Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Closed Tuesday.
• Cost:
• Infant (Under 2) FREE
  Toddler (2-3) $4.95
  Child (4-18) $10.95
  Adult (19+) $1.50
• Location: 13609 North I H 35, Austin

Loco-Motion – Has interactive inflatables and Kid’s Play Town to build social skills. Also there is a “Stuffin’ Station” where kids can create a stuffed animal.

• Open: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Under 1 are free. 1-3 years old are $7, 4-10 years old are $8.
• Location: 6800 Westgate Blvd., Austin

Brilliant Sky and Toys – With a dedicated play area to keep kids busy and entertained, music and toys your kids are gonna love it. 

• Open: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Cost: FREE
• Location: 701 Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin