Top 20 Places to Take Kids In and Around Austin
Austin's most popular places to take kids in 2026
Every May and June, thousands of local parents, grandparents, and caregivers weigh in on their favorite local places to take kids. This is our page for showcasing the 2026 winners in the Austin area. (See all of the original nominees here.)
Of course, there are literally hundreds of wonderful places to take your kids in our area, not just this year's winners! Browse through our site to find all the lists and ideas you need. Check out our daily calendar as well as our everything that's free link. And make sure to sign up for our fantastic FREE weekly newsletter with dozens of ideas each week for local stuff to do with kids, many of them free.
| Top 20 Ranking | Category Winners |
| 1. Mt. Playmore 2. Texas Science & Natural History Museum 3. Austin Aquarium 4. "My local library" 5. Schlitterbahn Waterpark 6. Thinkery 7. Austin Parks 8. Austin Zoo 9. Pinballz Arcade 10. Altitude Trampoline Park 11. Bullock Texas State History Museum 12. Indigo Play 13. Peter Pan Mini Golf 14. Science Mill 15. Zilker Theatre Productions 16. Chuck E. Cheese 17. Dave & Buster's 18. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center 19. Main Event 20. Sweet Berry Farm |
Arts Educator: CYT Austin Sports Educator: The Swim School of Austin STEM Educator: Idea Lab Kids - ATX Farm Attraction: Brungot Farms Indoor Play Center: Mt Playmore Museum: Thinkery Nature Center: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Outdoor Fun: Zilker Metropolitan Park Performing Arts: Georgetown Palace Theatre Sports Team: Texas Longhorns |
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Splashway Waterpark & Campground
Shine On Performing Arts
Texas Science & Natural History Museum
Camp Invention
Russian School of Math
Mt Playmore
Voted Top Choice for Best Place to Take Kids AND Best Indoor Play Center by YOU! Mt Playmore is the ultimate destination for family fun. Let your kiddos climb, crawl, slide, and explore Texas' largest indoor playscape while parents relax in comfortable seating with free Wi-Fi and a full café. In addition to the playscape, Mt Playmore has a dedicated toddler area, exciting arcade, and unforgettable birthday party packages. Whether you're escaping the Texas heat, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for an active day of play, Mt. Playmore offers safe, clean, all-day entertainment the whole family will love.
