Free Things to Do with Toddlers in West Palm Beach

19 spots in West Palm Beach.

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All 19 spots

Manatee Lagoon

Manatee Lagoon

West Palm Beach · Nature

Free

Free, stroller-easy, and on a good winter day the manatee viewing is unforgettable — a perfect cool-season day trip.

Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach

Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach · Library

Free

Free downtown story time in the AC — an easy pairing with a stroll along Clematis or the waterfront.

Grassy Waters Preserve

Grassy Waters Preserve

West Palm Beach · Nature

Free

The whole boardwalk is flat and stroller-friendly, with wading birds and turtles the entire way — a real Everglades taste without any hiking.

Okeeheelee Nature Center

Okeeheelee Nature Center

West Palm Beach · Nature

Free

Short, flat trails and an indoor animal exhibit hall mean you can duck into the AC when a toddler (or the weather) needs a break.

Dyer Park

Dyer Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Separate 2-5 playground, plus a real hill to roll down and a long paved path for bikes and balance bikes.

FAU Pine Jog Environmental Education Center

FAU Pine Jog Environmental Education Center

West Palm Beach · Nature

Free

Gentle, shaded trails and live-animal exhibits pitched at kids — a calm, educational nature outing that won't overwhelm a toddler.

Dreher Park

Dreher Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Free playground time you can pair with the zoo or science center next door — easy to build a whole morning around it.

Bill Moss Hillcrest Paseo

Bill Moss Hillcrest Paseo

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Small toddler playground under big shade trees, with restrooms.

Okeeheelee Park

Okeeheelee Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Every age finds a lane — tot playgrounds and duck-spotting for littles, BMX track and open trails for riders and teens.

Blum Park

Blum Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Freshly upgraded playground and swings with restrooms and shade.

South Olive Park

South Olive Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Shaded playground with restrooms and paved paths -- and a city Pixie program for preschoolers.

Howard Park

Howard Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

A well-kept, shaded neighborhood playground close to downtown — a reliable free morning with restrooms and easy parking.

Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square

Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square

West Palm Beach · Splash pad

Free

Free water play in the middle of downtown. Go in the morning or after dinner when the bricks are cooler; pair with a walk down Clematis.

Westgate Park & Recreation Center

Westgate Park & Recreation Center

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Toddler playground with a seasonal splash park next door -- great combo once the splash season opens.

Phipps Park

Phipps Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Updated playground with restrooms on site -- watch the big kids at the skate park from the play area.

Gaines Park

Gaines Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Shaded playground plus paved paths for scooters and strollers.

West Palm Beach GreenMarket

West Palm Beach GreenMarket

West Palm Beach · Markets

Free

Flat promenade for the stroller and a lawn to release a toddler onto when the stalls stop being interesting.

Brian H. Chappell Park

Brian H. Chappell Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Swings with an Intracoastal view -- watch the boats go by.

Coleman Park

Coleman Park

West Palm Beach · Park

Free

Freshly renovated playground with swings -- a quick neighborhood play stop.

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Hours, admission and conditions change — always verify before you head out. Activities are suggestions only; you know your child best, and supervision around water is essential.

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