Maksym KuzaievWhen the seasons change, we sometimes can’t play outdoors anymore, and it becomes a massive problem, especially for families with children. Kids are bursting with energy and need an activity to burn that off.
Gone are the days when we needed to be stuck at home when it’s raining or snowing. With the best indoor playgrounds in Ottawa, we can stay active all while having an absolute blast.
Let the fun begin!
- Cosmic Adventures
- Kids Kingdom Daycare
- Bublesea Adventures
- Fun Haven
- Little Monkeys
- Starr Gymnastics & Parkour
- Xtreme Trampoline Park
- My Gym Children's Fitness Centre
- Canadian Children's Museum
- Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park
- Laws of Motion
- Marriott Kids Zone and Games Room
- Adrénaline+
- Taggart Family YMCA
- OCR Academy
Cosmic Adventures
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Website: https://www.cosmicadventures.ca/
Address: 1373 Ogilvie Rd.,Ottawa, On K1J 7P5
Contact Information:
- 613-742-8989
- [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Rates:
- 0-11 months – Free
- 1-2 years – $22.99
- 3-12 years – $27.99
- 13-17 years* – $27.99
- Adult – $12.99
*allowed only when accompanied by an adult and a child 12 years and under
As the largest indoor playground in Ottawa, Cosmic Adventures has it all. There are 20,000 sq. ft. of space to explore, complete with a multi-level playground for the ultimate fun time for adventurers.
The playground just seems to keep going, with slides, tunnels, climbing structures, crawl areas, mini rides, and arcade games. There are designated play areas for babies and toddlers to keep the little ones safe from rowdy play.
Safety is a priority here because only adults and teens coming with kids are allowed inside—so no intruders can enter! Plus, they sell healthy, baked food on-site to make sure no one goes hungry, keeping playtime undisturbed!
| Pro Tip: Keep your entrance receipt safe at all times—there are lockers on site to store your belongings. You need to present this when exiting the playground. As a safety precaution, make sure no one is in the background when taking pictures of your child. It ensures everyone’s privacy and protection. |
Kids Kingdom Daycare
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Website: https://kidskingdom.ca/
Address: 1290 Trim Rd, Orléans, ON K4A 3P7, Canada
Contact Information: 613-424-8543
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Rates:
- 0-11 months – $5, except when with a paid sibling
- 1-3 years – $11.99
- 4-12 years* – $19.99
- Adult – $6
*Half-price on Thursdays
Kids Kingdom comes in full force, offering playdates and daycare services. But their indoor playground is where they shine, which is designed to be safe and comfortable during playtime.
They have a themed playground that looks like a castle, where kids can pretend to be kings and queens. There’s a slide, climbing and crawling structures, mini obstacles, an inflatable slide, and an arcade to keep kids busy and active for hours.
A cafe is beside the play area, so parents can relax while watching their little ones running around. Also, adults and teens without a child aren’t allowed to enter, making it a safe place for kids.
| Pro Tip: For a quicker response, it’s best to inquire via email. They monitor their phones only during business hours, which isn’t every day for the playground. |
Bublesea Adventures
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Website: https://bubbleseaadventures.com/
Address: 1547 Merivale Rd #18A, Nepean, ON K2G 3J4, Canada
Contact Information: [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 10:00 am – 7:30 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
Rates:
- Under 1 – Free
- with paid sibling – $6.99
- with 1 adult – $6.99
- with 2 adults – $16.99
- 1-3 years – $17.99
- with 1 adult – $17.99
- with 2 adults – $27.99
- 4-12 years – $22.99
- with 1 adult – $22.99
- with 2 adults – $35.99
- 12-17 years, accompanied by paid sibling under 12 – $24.99
- Extra Senior (60+) – $9.99
- Extra Adult (18-60) more than 2 – $24.99
Playing at Bubblesea Adventures feels like you’re under the sea. Their playground is blue, and the floor looks like you’re walking on water—really amazing for kids!
Kids will have a tonne of fun going through the slides, swings, climbing structures, and ball pit. There’s also a nice activity area with building blocks to keep their creativity flowing.
Imagine an indoor playground with lots of space so kids can play around to their heart’s content—that’s exactly what this place offers. With loads of space, kids can use the plastic rides to drive around with their little feet.
| Pro Tip: If you are bringing in five kids or more, you can get the Caregiver Special. It’s only $64.99 if you bring kids ages five and under. |
Fun Haven
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Website: https://www.funhaven.com/
Address: 1050 Baxter Rd, Ottawa, ON K2C 3P1, Canada
Contact Information: 613-828-4386
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Tuesday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Wednesday – Thursday: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Rates:
- 40 credits – $15
- 110 credits – $30
- 240 credits – $55
- 575 credits – $115
- 1670 credits – $300
Funhaven is not your average playground. This is the ultimate spot to find endless activities that will keep kids, teens, and adults entertained for hours.
There’s no entrance fee, and you buy a card with credits and use that to play instead. Make sure your wallet is ready because you’ll swipe that card here many times!
What exactly do they offer? There’s a jungle gym, laser tag, bumper cars, rollercoaster, arcade, escape room, and VR games—kind of like an amusement park but indoors!
| Pro Tip: Some activities will have restrictions, so keep that in mind if you want to try a specific attraction. For instance, the jungle gym is only for kids aged three to twelve. Also, don’t lose your Funhaven card because this doesn’t have an expiry date. You can reload anytime and share it with your family or friends. |
Little Monkeys
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Website: https://www.littlemonkeysottawa.ca/
Address: 7 – 1650 Queensdale Ave, Ottawa, ON K1T 1N8, Canada
Contact Information:
- 613-317-2352
- [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Rates:
- Under 1 Year – $9.99, or free with a paid sibling
- 1-2 Years – $15.99
- 3-12 years – $19.99
- 13-17 years – $19.99, accompanied by an adult or child 12 years or under
- Up to 2 Adults – Free, with a paid child
At Little Monkeys, kids will have a wild time. They’ll be so worn out from all the playing that they’ll end up snoozing the entire car ride home.
Parents can watch their kids no matter where they play because the eating area is positioned in between the play structure and the jumping pillow. Plus, all the exits of the play structure lead to one area, meaning you can see your child go in and out.
For the ultimate fun time, there’s a roller rink inside the playground. It’s like being back in the 90s, but kids get all the fun this time.
| Pro Tip: Bring a helmet and knee pads for your kid if they plan on using the roller rink. There’s none available on-site, so it’s best to bring your own for protection. |
Starr Gymnastics & Parkour
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Website: https://starrgymnastics.ca/
Address: 2766 Lancaster Rd, Ottawa, ON K1B 4S4, Canada
Contact Information: 613-721-4868
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 10:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Tuesday – Wednesday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:00 am – 7:30 pm
Rates:
- Drop-In, 1-5 years – $10
- Current member – $5
If you’re looking for a place where your child can get active, then Starr Gymnastics & Parkour is a must-visit. It’s the ultimate soft play, as it’s a padded gym with obstacles like ropes and monkey bars for the ultimate active fun.
It’s the place where fun meets exercise. You’ll find a parkour floor, foam pit, trampoline, ninja wall, and a tumble track that will make anyone feel like an action star.
There are class programs you can enrol your child in, which are available for babies and teens. But drop-in playtimes are also available if your child isn’t ready yet.
| Pro Tip: Kids can go barefoot, but if they prefer socks, make sure to bring a pair with grips to prevent them from sipping on the padded gym. If you want your child to stay active when school’s out, camps are available for a whole week in summer and winter. |
Xtreme Trampoline Park
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Website: https://www.xtpark.com/
Address: 50 Frank Nighbor Pl, Stittsville, ON K2V 1B9, Canada
Contact Information: 613-591-8889
Operating Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Rates:
- 30 minutes – $16
- 60 minutes – $26
- 90 minutes – $34
- 120 minutes – $39
4 years and under
- 30 minutes – $10
- 60 minutes – $19
If you love to jump around, Xtreme Trampoline Park is the place to go to. No one will be able to resist the thrill of bouncing all over the place, and if you have kids, you’ll be happy they’re burning off the energy.
This isn’t just about the trampolines. There are basketball hoops and a foam pit for other activities to do.
Parents bringing their toddlers also have a place to stay—at the Kiddie Kourt. It’s a safe space for the little ones to have fun and stay active.
| Pro Tip: There are lockers to store your belongings. But bring a lock to avoid purchasing one on-site. |
My Gym Children’s Fitness Centre
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Website: https://www.mygym.com/ottawa
Address: 220 Kennevale Dr #102, Ottawa, ON K2J 6B6, Canada
Contact Information: 613-440-8400
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Rates: Payments are every 4 weeks
- Tiny tykes – $90
- Waddlers – $109
- Gymsters – $109
- Preschool prep – $200
- Preschool gymnastics – $109
- Ninja training – $120
My Gym Children’s Fitness Centre is the perfect place for high-energy kids. It’s basically a gym class but with unlimited play sessions and gym practice.
Perfect for kids ages six weeks to ten years, they can socialize while having fun, giving them the opportunity to make new friends while burning off the energy. There are obstacles, just like a playground, but with padding for safety.
Your kids will have a blast at the ball pit, slides, and thrilling obstacles that are worth the money. And that’s not all because if you take them to camp, there are plenty of creative activities that will let them express their artistic side.
| Pro Tip: If you aren’t sure or don’t want to commit to a monthly payment yet, you can schedule a trial first. It will allow you to see how the place works before ultimately deciding on a membership for your child. |
Canadian Children’s Museum
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Website: https://www.historymuseum.ca/visit/childrens-museum/
Address: Inside Canadian Museum of History – 100 Laurier St, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0M8, Canada
Contact Information: 819-776-7000
Operating Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Wednesday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Friday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Rates:
- Adult (18 to 64 years) – $22
- Senior (65+) – $20
- Student (13 to 17 years) – $17
- Child (2 to 12 years) – $15
- Infant (Under 2 years) – Free
Who would’ve thought that there would be a really cool indoor playground inside the Canadian Museum of History? That’s Ottawa for you!
The Canadian Children’s Museum is the ultimate indoor playground for kids…and adults! It will bring you on a fun world tour because the whole playground introduces different countries and cultures to visitors.
This colourful side of the museum is full of activities, including pretend play like food stalls, cooking, and plumbing! It’s entertaining and educational—what more could we ask for?
| Pro Tip: For free admission, visit on Thursdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Just remember to book a ticket even if it’s free because you’ll have to present this on-site. |
Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park
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Website: https://flyingsquirrelsports.ca/ottawa-ontario/
Address: 1901 Cyrville Rd, Ottawa, ON K1B 1A9, Canada
Contact Information: Online contact form
Operating Hours:
- Sunday – Monday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Tuesday – Thursday: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
Rates:
- 60 minutes – $23
- 90 minutes – $30
- 120 minutes – $40
6 and under
- 60 minutes – $14
- 90 minutes – $19
- 120 minutes – $25
Being the largest trampoline park in the world means you won’t get bored at Flying Squirrel. It’s a family-friendly place, perfect for all ages.
Get ready to bounce off from one place to another because there are plenty of spaces and things to do, like obstacles and climbing walls. Show off your acrobatic skills, dive to the foam pit, or practice dunking the basketball.
| Pro Tip: If you plan on using your phone, stay on the tiled or carpeted floors. If your phone slips under the trampoline, the staff cannot retrieve it. |
Laws of Motion
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Website: http://www.lomtumbling.ca/
Address: 2215 Gladwin Crescent, Ottawa, ON K1B 4K9, Canada (To the right of DHL, at the back corner)
Contact Information:
- 613-693-0363
- [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
Rates: Around $300 – $500, varies depending on the season, age, and type of program
Laws of Motion offers unique experiences. It’s not your typical trampoline playground, but a one-of-a-kind attraction you have to try!
If you’ve wondered what it’s like to become a ninja, then here’s your chance. At this place, people of all ages not only get to play but also learn some tricks like tumbling and acrobatics through the obstacle courses.
| Pro Tip: If you missed the registration, don’t worry because you can still sign up. They accept individuals joining mid-season, and you will only pay for the remaining classes. |
Marriott Kids Zone and Games Room
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Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/
Address: 100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5N9, Canada
Contact Information: 613-238-1122
Operating Hours:
- Sunday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
Rates: Complimentary to guests
If you’re planning a weekend trip to Ottawa, why not stay at the Marriott Hotel for complete relaxation? It also has a nice play area for kids to spend time in!
There’s something to do whether you have a toddler or a teen. Little ones can bring their imagination and pretend to play with the many toys, while older kids can have fun at the arcade or play Xbox 360.
Meanwhile, parents can relax on the comfy couch. There are no worries about losing sight of your kid because it’s small and exclusive to guests only.
| Pro Tip: There’s a coin laundry area in the kids’ zone. You can wash your clothes while your kids are playing. |
Adrénaline+
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Website: https://adrenalineplus.ca/
Address: 2 Chem. Castelbeau, Gatineau, QC J9J 1E1, Canada
Contact Information: 819-685-2222
Operating Hours: Hours may change
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Friday: 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Rates:
- 3 years and up – $19.95
- 1-2 years – $9.95
- 18 and up – $4.99
A 30-minute drive from downtown Ottawa will take you to Adrénaline+. It’s the spot for heart-pumping, fun activities to keep yourself healthy and active.
People of all ages can join in as well! Have a ball at the Adrenaline Zone, which has slides, obstacles, and a foam pit, or you can bring your friends to play laser tag, complete with glow-in-the-dark space murals.
Then, bring your A-game to dodge moving beams at the laser maze, and then move to the exclusive activity, Time Freak, where you have to press all the buttons that light up. If you need to take a breather, you can refuel at the snack area with delicious bites.
| Pro Tip: If you’re playing laser tag, don’t forget to wear sports shoes. It’s a requirement, and you can move around freely wearing these. |
Taggart Family YMCA
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Website: https://www.ymcaottawa.ca/
Address: 180 Argyle Ave, Ottawa, ON K2P 1B7, Canada
Contact Information: 613-788-5000
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 6:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday, Sunday, Holidays: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Rates: bi-weekly payments
- 0-12 years – $18.71
- 13-17 years, full-time student – $25.00
- 18-59 years – $33.09
Sure, the play area at the Taggart Family Y isn’t exactly the biggest, but it’s enough for the little ones to enjoy. This area is foamed, perfect for soft play.
The play structure is multi-level, with slides and climbing activities that will tire out the kids. Parents get to watch their children, too, ensuring safe playtime.
| Pro Tip: If you’re planning to join the Y, try a 3-visit pass first. It allows you to get a feel of the place and check out the amenities. |
OCR Academy
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Website: https://www.ocracademy.ca/
Address: 1140 Morrison Dr #106b, Ottawa, ON K2H 8S9, Canada
Contact Information: 613-726-0909
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:45 am – 6:30 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
Rates: Subject to change depending on the class type and gym access
- Adult drop-in: $22.50
- Kids 7-13, 1 day – $15
OCR Academy isn’t just about having fun because the staff here teaches discipline to kids and adults. The activities are all about resilience and confidence while having an exciting time.
With obstacles like hanging on monkey bars and climbing walls, kids will have a blast getting active and healthy. Adults are welcome, too—so why not make it a family activity?
| Pro Tip: It’s best to book at least a month or two in advance for kid’s classes. These are in demand and get fully booked really early. |
