Best Indoor Playgrounds in the Twin Cities (Local Map)

Hannah Scott said:  Obstacle Academy offers a truly unique birthday experience, giving kids a chance to learn some Ninja Warrior skills and practice on an age-appropriate timed course. The party hosts are ninja warrior coaches, and your party will have exclusive gym access, as well as access to a party room!

Age: 5+

Cost: $249 - $499 for 10 participants

Hannah Scott said:  This family-owned play space is a great bet for the younger crowd. It's a small structure than some of the others on this list, so parents will easily be able to keep a watchful eye on their energetic little ones. Outside food is not permitted (although coffee is welcome -- tired Moms rejoice!) but an extensive snack bar offers a wide variety of meals and snacks to keep your kiddos going.

Age: 1-12

Cost: $7/child (cash only -- ATM in lobby)

Hannah Scott said:  Playworks offers Family Play times to bring the whole family together.... and you won't be pulling teeth to make it happen, thanks to a giant play structure, interactive games (including an interactive dance floor), video games, and a whole lot more. Age-appropriate toys and activities are also available for the smallest members of the family, so everyone can have an amazing time together.

Age: 0-12

Cost: $6.50/day (age 1-2); $9.50/day (age 3-12)

Hannah Scott said:  Brookview Backyard is 3,000 square feet, and 3 stories high! It's great for gross motor play, thanks to its numerous slides, climbing nets, tunnels, and more. A separate play area for kids ages 2-5 keeps the little ones safe and lets the bigger kids have more uninhibited fun.

Age: 2-12

Cost: $5.50/child

Hannah Scott said:  The Ridgedale Center's new play area is 6,000 square feet, and boast seven different "exhibits" for kids to enjoy: play houses and cars, a train table, foam blocks, and more! Infants and toddlers have exclusive access to sensory play and tummy time mats as well.

Age: 0-12

Cost: free

Hannah Scott said:  Located at the Williston Fitness Center, this Treehouse is seriously epic. The entire structure is several levels high, featuring crawling tubes, climbing ropes, slides, hanging rings, bridges, and more. Your kids will exert some serious energy here, guaranteed!

Age: 12 and under

Cost: $6 (free for members)

Hannah Scott said:  The Eden Prairie Community Center boasts a super fun indoor play area, open to members and nonmembers alike. It's several levels high and gives kids plenty of opportunities to slide, jump, crawl, and even climb (thank to the mini rock climbing wall). A special infant and toddler area is also available.

Age: no limit specified

Cost: Nonmembers from $5 (under 18 mo. free)

Hannah Scott said:  Mini-Hops hosts a Mini Gym Open Gym for preschoolers 5 and under, and a Recreational Open Gym for kids ages 6 - seniors in high school. Students can choose to work on gymnastics skills, or simply use the facility for fun. Note: register online in advance for the best price and guaranteed entry, as this is a popular open gym.

Age: preschool - seniors in high school

Cost: from $8

Hannah Scott said:  Playground Plaza is home to a large play structure (the kind you'd find at a park), a giant turf field, and a huge jumping area for kids of all ages to enjoy. The facility is not monitored by staff onsite, and requires a unique code to enter -- emailed to you at the time of online pass purchase. For that reason, be prepared to keep a closer eye on your kids than you would at a staffed facility.

Note: All passes must be purchased online.

Age: 0-17

Cost: $10/child (under 1 is free with paying child)

Hannah Scott said:  The Maple Grove Community Center houses the Maple MAZE Indoor Playground, a large structure that includes a climbing wall, tree house, four slides, crawling tubes, and more. A toddler area (featuring molded animals to crawl, on, in, and around) offers fun for kiddos 3 and under.

Age: 1-12

Cost: from $5/child

Hannah Scott said:  PLAYSpace is all about learning through play, which is why they offer a wide variety of stations for kids to enjoy: sensory, building, dramatic play, art, imaginative play, and more! Your little ones will thrive, and you'll love watching their creativity blossom!

Age: no specification, but geared towards elementary and younger

Cost: $10/first child, $5 each additional child (under 12 months: free)