The best indoor playgrounds in Missouri
Ranked by the people who actually chase toddlers through them — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 67,691 reviews of Missouri venues. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, dedicated play venues only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Lava Island
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,251 reviews · St. Louis, MO
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing first experience! We just celebrated our son's 3rd birthday at Lava Island and it was absolutely incredible! What made it even more special? We were their very first …” — Karolina
#2 Slick City Action Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,567 reviews · Chesterfield, MO
Indoor play space featuring trampoline areas and a variety of slides, plus a basketball court.
“Great place and experience for family. Reasonable prices for 90 and 120 min sessions. Socks cost 4.99 and they are very much needed. This place is for all ages but caution for adul…” — Honest
#3 Kids Empire Ballwin
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,234 reviews · Ballwin, MO
Kid-centric venue offering climbing areas, slides and other soft-padded equipment, plus a ball pit.
“Coldie has been very helpful with everything we needed today and she also was at the front door directing the crowd when we arrived ! All of this with a smile on her face ! Thanks …” — Rvirginia
#4 Sky Zone Trampoline Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 1,894 reviews · Ballwin, MO
Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.
“Absolutely loved this place! My whole family including myself and my husband went with our neighbors and their kids. I would recommend adults joining the experience with their kids…” — Vipila
#5 Ocean Adventures Indoor Playground
4.8 ★★★★★ 621 reviews · Joplin, MO
Clean, affordable kids' playground offering play parties and a photo booth.
“I attended a birthday party here and had a blast! This was my first time here and I loved it! The staff here were very friendly and let the adults play without question (I was a li…” — Jennifer
#6 Kaleidoscope
4.6 ★★★★★ 780 reviews · Kansas City, MO
Colorful, upbeat center offering creative arts & crafts sessions for kids, free of charge.
“It's definitely a cool place for kids to create Arts and it's FREE. They also validate 2 hours parking ticket at Crown Center. Each session is 50 mins. My little one had such a fun…” — Quyen
#7 Grandma's Playroom
4.7 ★★★★★ 619 reviews · St. Louis, MO
Bright indoor playground featuring a number of play centers, a magnetic sand table and a comfy lounge.
“This is my first ever Google review but I am just so in love with this place and the concept, I had to write one! My cousin and I brought our 2 year olds for the first time on Satu…” — Bridget
#8 Bonkers Columbia
4.2 ★★★★☆ 1,032 reviews · Columbia, MO
Kid-centric play spot with a big maze for bouncing, climbing & sliding, plus an arcade & eatery.
“Bonkers is a play place for kids. Has over 50 different arcade games a lot of which are mini rides for kids like the ones you see in malls. The play Maze is so fun I loved running …” — Izaak
#9 Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 935 reviews · Cottleville, MO
Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.
“I had never even heard of this place until google suggested it. Im glad they did thou. I brought my neice and nephew here and for the piece of mind and alcohol they serve, the cost…” — Coach
#10 BounceU Saint Louis Kids Birthdays and More
4.5 ★★★★★ 468 reviews · St. Louis, MO
Children's amusement center with giant rides and private party rooms, plus summer camps.
“Amazing Birthday Party for my younger daughter! Very clean,every bit of the party is private,and plenty for ALL ages!!!” — Kristina