10 Things to do in Jacksonville with Babies & Toddlers
Today, Jacksonville Beach Moms is sharing with us their favorite spots!
Congratulations, you’re a mom!
After spending all those months taking care of your little one on the inside, now you get to have some fun with your tiny human. Lucky for us, Jacksonville has tons of great spots for kids of all ages. Whether you’re looking for outdoor fun, an indoor play area, or maybe just a spot where you can catch up with mom friends, we’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite things to do in Jacksonville with babies and toddlers.
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Jacksonville Beach, Cradle Creek Preserve is the ideal spot for hiking with babies or toddlers. The shaded boardwalk and trails are easily navigated with a stroller or tiny toddler feet. Cradle Creek is rarely crowded making it a great spot for a quiet walk alone or with a mom friend.
Bay & Bee- closed as of 2022
An award-winning Montessori and Waldorf-inspired play space for children birth to 4 years old, Bay & Bee is a perfect spot for littles and their mamas. They offer a stunning play area, small group classes and playgroups, and even support groups for moms. You can purchase a monthly subscription or just pay for drop-in events.
While an art gallery might not seem like the ideal spot for toddlers or babies, the gardens at the Cummer are perfect for tiny explorers. The wide open spaces, beautiful blooms and river views make it a great spot to take little ones for an afternoon of outdoor adventures.
A unique farm, animal rescue and educational center, Celestial Farms is a delight for toddlers and little kids. Celestial Farms offers field trips, classes, and home school resources but it’s also a great spot to stop by for a play date or just to see the animals. They’re open by appointment only, so be sure to book ahead before heading out.
The Jacksonville Zoo is a crowd pleaser for kids of all ages, and even little ones will love wandering through the gardens and seeing all the animals. The stroller friendly path makes it easy to navigate with babies. Toddlers will love the exhibits, train ride and carousel. In the summer the splash pad makes it a great spot to keep cool.
Located in Jacksonville Beach, The Greenhouse Playhouse is a indoor play space for infants and children 5 and under. They have a one-of-a-kind interactive water, custom built treehouse with swings and slide, and all natural wooden toys. The Greenhouse Playhouse offers monthly memberships as well as drop-in pricing.
There are lots of great parks in Jacksonville, and plenty of spots to access the beach, but we particularly love Hannah Park because it has a little bit of everything all wrapped up in one spot. Thanks to a great playground, easy beach access, bike trails, and a soon to be renovated splash pad we consider Hannah Park to be one of the best parks in town and perfect for a day out with your little one.
Jacksonville Downtown Main Library
The children’s area at the Jacksonville Main Library has to be one of the best spots in town for little kids. They offer baby and toddler story time and art classes, as well has lots of great spots to snuggle up with a book. This bright and cheery space offers so much more than just books for little kids.
Tree Hill is a great spot for little ones to get up close with nature. They have great hiking trails, many of which are stroller friendly, a nature center, and gardens. The goats alone are worth a visit for kids. Visit the nature center and let kids get a look at some of the creatures that live in Florida including snakes, turtles, and fish.
Located on the Northside of Jacksonville, this indoor play area is geared towards babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Moms can grab a cup of coffee at the café while the kiddos enjoy some play time. Play Factory Café offers monthly memberships and individual play passes, as well as birthday parties!
Author Bio:
Jacksonville Beach Moms is a local guide to the best of Jacksonville Beach for families. We love everything Jacksonville has to offer and we’re dedicated to sharing the best attractions, restaurants, venues and events for parents and care-givers.
