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Madeleine's Candy Shop
Organized by Madeleine's Candy Shop
South End · 1 mi
Ages: All ages
A bright little pick-and-mix candy shop on Clarendon Street where kids can grab a scoop and fill a bag from rows of bins stocked with…
Kid-friendly things to do in Back Bay
670 finds within 3 mi of 02115—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
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American
The Friendly Toast
Organized by The Friendly Toast
Back Bay · 1.1 mi
Colorful brunch spot famous for creative, hearty breakfast dishes and eclectic decor. Kids love the fun atmosphere while parents enjoy…
Free · Park
Longwood Playground at Lawrence School
Organized by Longwood Playground at Lawrence School
Brookline · 1.1 mi
Offers basic cooling fountains used heavily by local camp programs.
Ice Cream
Picco
Organized by Picco
South End · 1.1 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
The Pizza & Ice Cream Company — dinner and dessert under one South End roof. Wood-fired pizzas for the table, then a dozen pure, house-made…
Sports
Mayne Kids — Hair & Photography Studio
Organized by Mayne Kids — Hair & Photography Studio
South End · 1.1 mi
A children's hair and photography studio in Boston's South End that hosts creative birthday celebrations. Party possibilities include…
Mediterranean
Life Alive Organic Café (South End)
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café (South End)
South End · 1.1 mi
On Tremont Street in the South End, this Life Alive serves vibrant organic bowls, wraps, and smoothies — an easy, healthy family stop…
Boutique
Copley House
Back Bay · 1.2 mi
Ages: All ages
A cozy brownstone stay with pack-and-play options and a calm, residential feel—perfect for families wanting a relaxed Back Bay base.
Shop
UPPAbaby Hub & Service Center
Organized by UPPAbaby Hub & Service Center
South End · 1.2 mi
Ages: All ages
UPPAbaby's Boston hub in the South End is a one-stop shop for stroller life — browse and shop the gear lineup, and book cleaning and repair…
Books
Parkside Bookshop
Organized by Parkside Bookshop
South End · 1.2 mi
Ages: All ages
A charming South End neighborhood bookshop with a sweet children's corner and a beloved Thursday morning storytime. Perfect for a browse…
Mediterranean
Life Alive Organic Café
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café
Back Bay · 1.2 mi
Vibrant organic café serving colorful, plant-based bowls and smoothies. A healthy, kid-friendly spot where the whole family can fuel up…
Free · Park
John E. Murphy Playground
Organized by John E. Murphy Playground
Brookline · 1.2 mi
A small neighborhood spot providing simple, refreshing ground-level water misters.
Brewery
Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Organized by Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Esplanade · 1.2 mi
Ages: All ages
Night Shift's seasonal open-air beer garden right on the Charles River Esplanade — riverside picnic tables, lawn space, and snacks steps…
Mediterranean
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Back Bay · 1.2 mi
Ages: All ages
Families flock to this stunning Back Bay location for flaky croissants, colorful salads, and the famous halva mousse. The bright, airy…
Free · Park
Winthrop Square/Minot Rose Garden
Organized by Winthrop Square/Minot Rose Garden
Brookline · 1.3 mi
Features a peaceful water spray zone set adjacent to a historic rose garden.
Pizza
Posto — South End
Organized by Posto — South End
South End · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Posto's South End location serves up wood-fired Italian dishes in a cozy neighborhood setting. All locations welcome families with a…
Asian Fusion
Myers+Chang
Organized by Myers+Chang
South End · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
A South End gem with an impressive kids menu featuring dumplings, baos, udon noodles, and edamame—way beyond typical kid fare. Little ones…
Free · Water Play
BCYF Hennigan
Organized by BCYF Hennigan
Jamaica Plain · 1.3 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Hennigan in Jamaica Plain — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Park
Little Lovage Club
Organized by Little Lovage Club
South End · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8
A thoughtfully designed indoor play haven in the heart of SoWa where little ones ages 0-6 can explore, climb, and discover. Tiny voyagers…
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Back Bay with kids
Families in Back Bay have 414 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants, Kids Open Gym at Action Athletics Boston and Matt Heaton — Coolidge Kids’ Shows. Add 256 nearby places to play, eat and stay, and there’s always somewhere new to try. Everything below starts with what’s coming up soonest, so planning the week takes a minute, not an evening.