Seafood
State Street Provisions
Organized by State Street Provisions
Downtown · 1.7 mi
Bright, modern spot by the Aquarium with kids' favorites, roomy tables, and patio seating steps from the waterfront.
Kid-friendly things to do in South End
732 finds within 3 mi of 02118—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
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Hotel
Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown
North End · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
A stylish downtown stay that keeps families connected—free bike rentals for little riders, connecting rooms for siblings, and a location…
Hotel
Boston Marriott Long Wharf
North End · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Waterfront hotel with an indoor pool for splashy fun—steps from the aquarium, harborwalk, playgrounds, and kid-loved attractions.
Brewery
Trillium Brewing - Fenway
Organized by Trillium Brewing - Fenway
Fenway · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Trillium's Fenway outpost at 401 Park sits right next to Time Out Market and the lawn at 401 Park Drive — grab a farmhouse-style beer while…
Sports
Greenway Carousel
Organized by Greenway Carousel
Downtown · 1.7 mi
Ages: 1-3, 3-5, 5-12
Ride the Greenway's accessible carousel in Boston, featuring native New England animals inspired by children's drawings. Birthday…
Free · Park
North & South Canal Fountains
Organized by North & South Canal Fountains
North End · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
A pair of gentle, wading-friendly fountains in the North End Parks, where water bubbles up and flows along a shallow canal — perfect for…
Free · Park
Christopher Columbus Park Splash Pad
Organized by Christopher Columbus Park Splash Pad
North End / Waterfront · 1.8 mi
A gentle spray fountain right on the waterfront, with harbor views, shady trellis walkways, and a playground steps away for a full…
Museum
New England Aquarium
Organized by New England Aquarium
North End Waterfront · 1.8 mi
Ages: All ages
Home to a four-storey 200,000-gallon ocean tank, coral reef, shark & ray touch tank, and sea turtles – a top family activity.
American
Shy Bird - Kendall Square
Organized by Shy Bird - Kendall Square
Kendall Square · 1.8 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
An all-day rotisserie café in Kendall Square — counter service (no waiting game with hungry kids), great coffee, and spit-roasted chicken…
American
Banners Kitchen & Tap
Organized by Banners Kitchen & Tap
West End · 1.8 mi
Ages: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Located at the Hub on Causeway near TD Garden, this sports-themed restaurant is a slam dunk for families. With TVs everywhere, arcade…
Park
Boston Harbor Islands
Organized by Boston Harbor Islands
North End Waterfront · 1.8 mi
Ages: All ages
A collection of 34 islands accessible by ferry from May through October. A wonderful nature escape with junior ranger activities, beach…
Free · Park
Christopher Columbus Park Playground
Organized by Christopher Columbus Park Playground
Downtown · 1.8 mi
Ages: All ages
A waterfront classic on the edge of the North End: climbing structures and slides with the Custom House tower peeking over the trees, plus…
Mediterranean
Life Alive Organic Café (Kendall Square)
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café (Kendall Square)
Kendall Square · 1.8 mi
Vibrant organic café in the heart of Kendall Square serving colorful, plant-based bowls, wraps, and smoothies. The downstairs level has a…
Seafood
Joe’s Waterfront
Organized by Joe’s Waterfront
Waterfront / North End · 1.8 mi
Classic waterfront seafood spot with harbor views and fresh catches — a quintessential Boston dining experience. Christopher Columbus…
Seafood
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside
Organized by Legal Sea Foods - Harborside
Seaport · 1.8 mi
Ages: 3-5, 6-12
A Boston institution serving up the freshest catch right on the waterfront! The $10 kids menu is a steal—tiny voyagers choose a first bite…
Pizza
Ernesto's Pizzeria
Organized by Ernesto's Pizzeria
North End · 1.8 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A North End institution slinging huge, foldable slices since 1985 — the kind of no-frills pizza counter kids remember. Gluten-free crust is…
Sports
Kings Dining & Entertainment
Organized by Kings Dining & Entertainment
Seaport · 1.8 mi
Ages: All ages
Multi-game entertainment venue with bowling, arcade, air hockey, and family-friendly food. Multiple Boston locations make it easy to find…
Hotel
Bricco Suites
North End · 1.8 mi
Ages: All ages
Suite-style stays with room to spread out—right in the North End for easy walks to treats, playgrounds, and waterfront adventures.
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South End with kids
Families in South End have 493 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience, Pumpkin Patch of Play at Boston Children’s Museum and Cityside Pumpkin Patch — Boston Seaport. Add 239 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.