Places for young kids to play indoors this summer
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Looking for a place for the kids to burn energy when it’s too hot or wet to send them outside?
Consider this your one-minute guide to some of our favourite places for them to play inside this Canberra summer.
Written specifically with young children in mind, there’s sure to be something on this list that will keep them entertained.
Mini Q – Where Little Scientists Set Sail (Questacon)
Designed for children aged zero to six years old and their families, Mini Q – Where Little Scientists Set Sail ticks all the boxes: it’s fun, it’s educational and it’s indoors.
Nurturing early learning and sparking wonder, the space takes children on a voyage from Ngunnawal Country to Sea Country all around Australia, supporting early learning and cultural connection through hands-on experiences, storytelling, and sensory engagement. Is now a good time to mention that they also have a mini-indoor playground?
King Edward Terrace, Parkes | questacon.edu.au
Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre (National Museum of Australia)
Another fun, immersive, and educational play space designed for zero to six, the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre has areas designed for high activity, quiet contemplation and creativity for little ones.
Open daily with 75-minute sessions available, they’ll enjoy hands-on and immersive activities, virtual storytelling, animation and imaginative play.
There are also plenty of fun activities happening in other parts of the museum to align with the upcoming HALLYU! The Korean Wave exhibition – who doesn’t want to make K-Pop Demon Hunters characters out of clay?
National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton | nma.gov.au
Let’s Play Indoor Playground & Café (Nicholls)
With a variety of play zones that cater to different age groups, you can make a trip to Let’s Play a whole family affair. Along with thrilling slides and climbing structures, they also have a dedicated baby and toddler play space, offering the perfect mix of high-energy and quiet activities.
Add in the gourmet café where in-house chefs prepare mouthwatering, healthy food for you and your little people, and you’ll easily be able to spend a whole day here.
7/50 Curran Drive, Nicholls | letsplaycanberra.com.au
Funland (Mitchell)
Offering a modern collection of safe, imaginative and engaging play equipment to suit children of all age groups, Funland will keep even the busiest of children happy. Open daily and with no bookings required, from the giant jungle gym to the soft play areas and interactive toys, it’s safe, fun and exciting.
Plus, with the onsite café, parents can sit back and relax while the kids run wild.
1/181 Flemington Road, Mitchell | funlandcanberra.com.au
Little Amigos (Fyshwick)
With interactive play zones for all ages, big and small, Little Amigos offers some big fun. Located inside the Canberra Outlet, here you’ll find slides, train rides, a ball pool and more. Encouraging kids to explore their imaginations, develop social and motor skills, and have fun, why not combine a fun kids’ day out with a shopping trip around the outlet?
Shop 19/337 Canberra Avenue, Fyshwick | littleamigos.com
Sprouts Corner Indoor Playcentre and Café (Kambah)
Created by a local family who know firsthand that parenthood is “wild, messy, and magical”, Sprouts Corner is a nature-inspired play centre and café designed specifically for children aged zero to seven and their families.
From the beautifully designed pastel-toned indoor play space to the wholesome and indulgent café menu crafted by an experienced chef, every detail is designed to make families feel at ease.
8/46 Jenke Circuit, Kambah | sproutscorner.com.au
