Mediterranean
Life Alive Organic Café
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café
Back Bay · 2.1 mi
Vibrant organic café serving colorful, plant-based bowls and smoothies. A healthy, kid-friendly spot where the whole family can fuel up…
Kid-friendly things to do in Roxbury
464 finds within 3 mi of 02119—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
Everything coming up near you
Park
Stoneman Playground
Organized by Stoneman Playground
Back Bay · 2.1 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Located on the Esplanade between Fairfield and Massachusetts Avenue, this playground features separate areas for toddlers and older kids…
Free · Water Play
BCYF Condon
Organized by BCYF Condon
South Boston · 2.1 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Condon in South Boston — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Shop
Eureka Puzzles & Games
Organized by Eureka Puzzles & Games
Brookline · 2.1 mi
Ages: All ages
A Coolidge Corner institution for puzzle and game lovers of every age. Eureka is packed with jigsaw puzzles, board games, brain teasers…
Mediterranean
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Back Bay · 2.1 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
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.
Boutique
Copley House
Back Bay · 2.2 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.
Free · Park
Winthrop Square/Minot Rose Garden
Organized by Winthrop Square/Minot Rose Garden
Brookline · 2.2 mi
Features a peaceful water spray zone set adjacent to a historic rose garden.
Books
Brookline Booksmith
Organized by Brookline Booksmith
Coolidge Corner · 2.2 mi
Ages: All ages
Coolidge Corner's legendary indie bookstore, with a downstairs kids' section that's a destination in itself and regular story hours and…
Brewery
Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Organized by Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Esplanade · 2.2 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…
Free · Water Play
BCYF Perkins
Organized by BCYF Perkins
Dorchester · 2.2 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Perkins in Dorchester — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston residents)…
Ice Cream
J.P. Licks - Coolidge Corner
Organized by J.P. Licks - Coolidge Corner
Coolidge Corner · 2.2 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A Coolidge Corner institution — pair a movie at the historic theater with award-winning homemade ice cream. Kid cones, fro-yo, and…
Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Back Bay · 2.2 mi
Luxury and kid-friendliness combined: children's welcome amenities, in-room toys, kids' robes, and one of the city's best indoor pools.
Indoor Play
Clover Clubhouse
Organized by Clover Clubhouse
South Boston · 2.2 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5
A bright and welcoming indoor playspace where tiny voyagers can climb, slide, and explore! This family social club features a spacious play…
Ice Cream
J.P. Licks - South Boston
Organized by J.P. Licks - South Boston
South Boston · 2.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Southie's J.P. Licks on West Broadway — homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt a short walk from Castle Island adventures and M Street…
Mexican
Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
Organized by Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
South Boston · 2.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A lively Southie taqueria on West Broadway where the corn tortillas keep things naturally gluten-free friendly — GF tacos, churros…
American
Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant
Organized by Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant
South Boston · 2.3 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
A beloved South Boston gathering spot where families can grab a booth up front and enjoy wood-fire-grilled American classics. Known for…
Museum
Freedom Trail
Organized by Freedom Trail
Downtown · 2.3 mi
Ages: All ages
The 2.5-mile historic walking route through Boston's key Revolution-era sites—best for older children who can walk more. A living history…
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Roxbury with kids
Families in Roxbury have 290 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Brookline, Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants and Seaport Smalls: Magic Fred Show — Magic Show Fun. Add 174 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.