Free · Park
Margaret E. Robinson Playground
Organized by Margaret E. Robinson Playground
Brookline · 1.9 mi
A small, quiet park featuring simple, toddler-safe water misting features.
Kid-friendly things to do in Back Bay
664 finds within 3 mi of 02115—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
Everything coming up near you
Hotel
XV Beacon
Beacon Hill · 1.9 mi
An elegant Beacon Hill boutique hotel that adds family warmth with its "Let's Bring the Kids" package—kid-size amenities, treats, and cozy…
Ice Cream
J.P. Licks - South Bay
Organized by J.P. Licks - South Bay
South Bay · 1.9 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
The South Bay J.P. Licks makes errand day end sweetly — homemade scoops, soft serve, and fro-yo right in the shopping center, with easy…
Hotel
Royal Sonesta Boston
East Cambridge · 1.9 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
A fun-forward family stay with one of the best kid packages around. Indoor pool, milk & cookies at check-in, and kids eat breakfast free…
Arts & Crafts
Craft Loft Cambridge
Organized by Craft Loft Cambridge
East Cambridge · 1.9 mi
Ages: 5–12, 13+
Host a creative birthday at Craft Loft's CambridgeSide studio. Children's parties are designed for ages 6 and up, with choices that include…
Mediterranean
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Financial District
Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Financial District
Financial District · 2 mi
Ages: All ages
This Financial District gem offers families a quiet escape with exceptional Israeli-inspired fare. Tiny adventurers love the freshly baked…
Free · Park
Clark Playground
Organized by Clark Playground
Brookline · 2 mi
Features a compact water spray zone surrounded by community athletic fields.
Hotel
Omni Parker House
Downtown · 2 mi
Right on the Freedom Trail, this historic downtown hotel offers a cozy "Omni Kids" experience with welcome packs, coloring books, and…
Hotel
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel
East Cambridge · 2 mi
A playful Cambridge escape — bikes, games, and kid-friendly suites just minutes from the Museum of Science.
Free · Park
Coolidge Playground
Organized by Coolidge Playground
Brookline · 2 mi
Offers convenient neighborhood ground sprays alongside tennis courts and climbing structures.
Café
Silver Dove Afternoon Tea
Organized by Silver Dove Afternoon Tea
Downtown · 2 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
An elegant little afternoon-tea room on Tremont Street near Government Center — a magical dress-up outing for kids who love tiny sandwiches…
Free · Water Play
BCYF Condon
Organized by BCYF Condon
South Boston · 2 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Condon in South Boston — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Brewery
Dorchester Brewing Company
Organized by Dorchester Brewing Company
Dorchester · 2 mi
Ages: All ages
A neighborhood-proud Dorchester taproom where picnicking is welcome — bring your own snacks or order from the in-house menu while kids play…
Pizza
Blaze Pizza - Cambridge
Organized by Blaze Pizza - Cambridge
East Cambridge · 2.1 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Build-your-own fast-fire'd pizzas near the CambridgeSide Galleria — kids love picking their own toppings and watching their pie blaze…
Pizza
High Street Place Food Hall
Organized by High Street Place Food Hall
Financial District · 2.1 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-12
A downtown food hall adventure where every tiny voyager can pick their own culinary journey! With over a dozen vendors under one roof…
Mediterranean
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Downtown Crossing
Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Downtown Crossing
Downtown · 2.1 mi
Ages: All ages
In the heart of Downtown Crossing, this bustling Tatte offers families a delicious respite from city adventures. The colorful pastry case…
Museum
Museum of Science
Organized by Museum of Science
West End · 2.1 mi
Ages: All ages
Features the Theater of Electricity, real ice wall, and immersive exhibits; one of Boston’s top museums for kids. (Bridges & Balloons)
Free · Park
Sweeney Playground Splash Pad
Organized by Sweeney Playground Splash Pad
South Boston · 2.1 mi
A South Boston neighborhood park offering basic cooling spray nozzles for local kids.
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Back Bay with kids
Families in Back Bay have 408 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants, Face Painting by FaceArt at Boston Public Market and SoWa Open Market. 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.