Tired of chasing the kids around the house? Indoor playgrounds provide a convenient place for kids to exert energy when it’s too cold to play outside. Here are five awesome indoor play areas in San Diego.
FUNbelievable
11655 Riverside Dr., Ste. 155-157, Lakeside
www.funbelievableplay.com
FUNbelievable is a 6,000 square-foot indoor play zone for kids ages 12 and younger. Highlights include the mega play structure, three slides, aerial glides, rock walls, ball pool, and dedicated baby and toddler area with soft toys and games. Founder and co-owner Lynne McTurk created the family-friendly environment with playgrounds large enough for parents to play alongside their children. Parents who prefer to watch from the sidelines enjoy a variety of amentities to relax and recharge while their kids run around. “We included lots of comfy sofas in our lounge area, free Wi-Fi, complimentary magazines, state-of-the-art massage chairs, and of course, our in-house café,” McTurk says.
Ninja Factory
871 Showroom Pl. #106, Chula Vista
www.myninjafactory.com
Ninja courses for all skill levels. Kids must be between the ages of 2 and 12 and no taller than 5'1" to play. Waivers and grip socks required.
Play City
871 District Pl., Ste. 105, Chula Vista
www.playcityeastlake.com
This 12,000 square-foot playground is the perfect place for kids to have fun while burning off excess energy. Includes a 3-level play structure, Toddler Zone, carpeted baby playpen and more. Great for kids ages 2–10 but children of all ages are welcome. Grip socks required. Parents of children withspecial needs are permitted to accompany their kids on play structures..
The Playground
5500 Grossmont Center Dr. #125, La Mesa
www.theplayground4kids.com
Inflatable obstacle courses, ball pits, climbing walls, monkey bars, gated area for littles and more. Snacks available for purchase. Must purchase grippy socks on site to play. Open to the public every day for open play.
Tiny Tiger
7310 Miramar Rd., #100
www.tinytigerplay.com
Jungle gym, ball pits, pretend grocery store, farm, makeup station, auto body shop scavenger hunt, slides and more. Best suited for kids 9 and under. Grippy socks required.
Updated March 2025
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Adrienne Sigeti is the Editorial Assistant at San Diego Family Magazine.
