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Things to Do with Kids in Seattle, WA

Explore 40 family-friendly activities in Seattle — filtered by age, scheduled around nap time, and ready to drop into your personalized itinerary.

Top Family Activities

40 of 40 selected
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Seattle Aquarium

Half DayAges 012+Stroller OK

Stroller-friendly throughout; lockers available for gear. Arrive early to beat crowds at the touch tanks. Members get fr...

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Woodland Park Zoo

Full DayAges 012+Stroller OK

Rent a stroller at the entrance if needed. Family Farm area is a toddler favorite. Pack snacks and a picnic lunch to sav...

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Pacific Science Center

Half DayAges 012+Stroller OK

IMAX and planetarium shows require separate tickets — book online in advance. Toddler-dedicated play areas on the ground...

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Seattle Children's Museum

2–4 hoursAges 08+Stroller OK

Located inside Seattle Center — easy to combine with Pacific Science Center. Best for ages 0–8; dedicated infant/toddler...

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Pike Place Market

2–4 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Go early morning on weekdays to avoid crushing crowds — strollers are difficult during peak times. Kids love the fish-th...

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Space Needle

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Book tickets online in advance for timed entry and savings. The glass floor can be scary for some kids — reassure them b...

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Chihuly Garden and Glass

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Stroller-friendly indoors; outdoor garden has some gravel paths but manageable. Kids are mesmerized by the colors. Remin...

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Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Half DayAges 312+Stroller OK

Fully stroller accessible with elevators throughout. Kids Studio lets children make music — a huge hit. Fantasy and sci-...

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Seattle Great Wheel

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Gondolas are enclosed and climate controlled — great for toddlers. Go at dusk for magical city views. Strollers fold and...

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Olympic Sculpture Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Completely free and fully stroller accessible on paved paths. Great views of Puget Sound and the Olympics. Kids enjoy ru...

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Gas Works Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Kite-flying hill is a family favorite — bring a kite! Paved paths near the lake are stroller-friendly but the hill is gr...

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Seattle Waterfront Park & Piers

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Wide, stroller-friendly boardwalk great for casual strolls. Kids love watching ferries and sea life. The new waterfront ...

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Discovery Park

Half DayAges 012+Stroller OK

Seattle's largest park with 534 acres; stroller-friendly paved loop trail (2.8 miles). Pack water and snacks as there's ...

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Green Lake Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Paved 2.8-mile loop around the lake is perfect for strollers. Wading beach and playground on the east side. Paddle boat ...

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Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture

2–4 hoursAges 212+Stroller OK

Fully accessible with elevators and stroller-friendly throughout. Kids love the dinosaur fossils and the open paleontolo...

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Seattle Art Museum (SAM)

2–4 hoursAges 312+Stroller OK

Stroller-friendly with elevators throughout. Free family activity backpacks available at the entrance for kids. First Th...

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Washington State Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Half DayAges 012+Stroller OK

One of Seattle's best family experiences and very affordable. Strollers go on the car deck or you can ride as a walk-on ...

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Kubota Garden

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Completely free Japanese-style garden with ponds, bridges and koi fish — kids are mesmerized. Some paths are gravel but ...

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Seattle Center Monorail

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Kids absolutely love riding the monorail — it's a quick but memorable 2-minute ride each way. Strollers fold and fit in ...

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Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience

2–4 hoursAges 412+Stroller OK

Located in the heart of the International District. Elevator access and stroller-friendly. Great for school-age kids to ...

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Dim Sum in the International District

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Jade Garden and Harbor City are family favorites. Cart-style service makes it easy with kids — point and choose. High ch...

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Seattle Japanese Garden

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Peaceful 3.5-acre traditional Japanese garden within Washington Park Arboretum. Paved and gravel paths — stroller manage...

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Washington Park Arboretum

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Free 230-acre botanical garden with paved and dirt paths. Stroller-friendly on main paved routes. Gorgeous in spring whe...

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Fremont Sunday Market

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Funky outdoor/indoor market with antiques, crafts and street food. Very stroller-friendly in the parking lot venue. Kids...

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Fremont Troll

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Free! Kids go crazy for this giant concrete troll under the Aurora Bridge. Great photo opportunity. The area can be mudd...

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Museum of Flight

Half DayAges 212+Stroller OK

Stroller-friendly throughout with elevators and wide corridors. Kids can climb into flight simulators and sit in real co...

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Westlake Park & Downtown Seattle

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Central gathering spot in downtown Seattle. Holiday season brings carousel rides and festive lights — huge kid hit. Easy...

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Luther Burbank Park (Mercer Island)

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Amazing lakeside park with a fantastic playground, sandy swimming beach, and picnic areas. Stroller-friendly paved paths...

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Seattle Pinball Museum

1–2 hoursAges 512+

One-price admission lets you play all machines all day. Kids ages 7+ are best suited. No need for quarters — just walk i...

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Cal Anderson Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Popular Capitol Hill park with a reflecting pool and splash pad (active June–August). Stroller-friendly paths throughout...

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Carkeek Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Beach access to Puget Sound with salmon-spawning creek the kids can observe. Great playground and picnic area. Stroller-...

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University Village Shopping Center Play Area

1–2 hoursAges 08+Stroller OK

Outdoor play area with water features and climbing structures, free to use. Great for burning off energy between errands...

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Seattle Children's Theatre

1–2 hoursAges 312+Stroller OK

Professional-quality theatre productions designed for kids ages 3–12. Book tickets well in advance as popular shows sell...

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Alki Beach Park

2–4 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

West Seattle's sandy beach on Puget Sound — best Seattle beach for kids. Flat paved path runs alongside the beach, perfe...

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International Fountain at Seattle Center

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Free water play area — kids run through jets of water in summer. Bring a towel and change of clothes. Stroller-friendly ...

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Myrtle Edwards Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

1.25-mile flat paved trail along Elliott Bay, perfect for strollers and bike trailers. Beautiful waterfront views with m...

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Woodland Park Rose Garden

under_1hAges 012+Stroller OK

Free rose garden adjacent to Woodland Park Zoo — great addition before or after the zoo visit. Peak bloom is June–July. ...

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Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (Ballard Locks)

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Free! Kids are fascinated watching boats rise and lower through the locks. Underground fish ladder viewing windows let y...

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Golden Gardens Park

2–4 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Beautiful Puget Sound beach with fire pits, picnic shelters, and playground. Sandy beach great for playing and building ...

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Warren G. Magnuson Park

1–2 hoursAges 012+Stroller OK

Large Lake Washington park with a fantastic adventure playground (Kite Hill Play Area), sports fields, and beach. Stroll...

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Packing Tips for Seattle
  • Sunscreen & hats for outdoor activities
  • Comfortable walking shoes for the whole family
  • Stroller or baby carrier
  • Snacks & water bottles
  • Rain jacket or poncho (just in case)
  • Small first-aid kit with band-aids
  • Entertainment for transit (books, tablet, coloring)
Get a full personalized packing list when you plan your trip.
Sample Family Itinerary
Day 1 — Explore
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Seattle Children's Museum
2–4 hours
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Lunch Break
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Seattle Aquarium
Half Day
Day 2 — Adventure
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Woodland Park Zoo
Full Day
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do with kids in Seattle?

Top family activities include Seattle Aquarium, Woodland Park Zoo, Pacific Science Center, Seattle Children's Museum, Pike Place Market. Toddler Trip curates age-appropriate activities and builds nap-aware itineraries for your family.

Is Seattle good for toddlers?

Yes! Many activities in Seattle are suitable for toddlers. Toddler Trip filters activities by your children's ages and schedules around nap time so everyone enjoys the trip.

How do I plan a family trip to Seattle?

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