# Kid-friendly places in Novato 14 listed places in Novato: 6 playgrounds and things to do, 5 restaurants, 2 hotels and 1 café. Each lists high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus and wheelchair access where known. Last updated 2026-10-23, from the newest confirmation among these places. ## Narrower lists - [Kid-friendly restaurants in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/restaurants) (5) - [Playgrounds and things to do with kids in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/playgrounds) (6) - [Places with high chairs in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/with-high-chairs) (5) - [Places with a changing table in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/with-changing-tables) (4) - [Restaurants with a kids' menu in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/with-kids-menu) (3) - [Parks and playgrounds with restrooms in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/with-restrooms) (3) - [Free things to do with kids in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/free-to-visit) (4) - [Shaded playgrounds and parks in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/with-shade) (3) - [Places to order at the counter with kids in Novato](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato/order-at-the-counter) (3) ## Places 1. [Pioneer Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/pioneer-park-novato) (playground, Novato). A rebuilt, fully accessible playground with shade umbrellas, fencing and separate tot and big-kid structures, on nine rolling acres with BBQs and a gazebo. 2. [South Hamilton Park (Palmisano Community Play Park)](https://ourplayday.com/places/south-hamilton-park-palmisano-community-play-park-novato) (playground, Novato). An aviation-themed playground: helicopter, plane and boat pieces for toddlers and a big structure with a swinging bridge for older kids, by the Bay Trail. 3. [Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn](https://ourplayday.com/places/best-western-plus-novato-oaks-inn-novato) (hotel, Novato). A reliable chain stay with a good breakfast bar (eggs, bacon, waffles), a pool and spa, and some rooms with kitchenettes. 4. [Finnegan's Marin](https://ourplayday.com/places/finnegan-s-marin-novato) (restaurant, Novato). A pub with a broad, forgiving menu and staff used to kids. 5. [Stafford Lake Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/stafford-lake-park-novato) (playground, Novato). A lakeside park with an adventure playground (climbing obstacles, spinners, a zip line) for ages 5 to 12 and a bike park with a learn-to-ride zone for kids. 6. [Bahia Oak Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/bahia-oak-park-novato) (playground, Novato). A community-rebuilt playground: a structure with a bridge, slides and climbing wall, baby and full swings, and paved paths for trikes and balance bikes. 7. [Blue Barn (Novato)](https://ourplayday.com/places/blue-barn-novato-novato) (restaurant, Novato). Big salads, sandwiches and tater tots, with a play structure in the outdoor area and live music. Dinner that doubles as an outing. 8. [HopMonk Tavern](https://ourplayday.com/places/hopmonk-tavern-novato) (restaurant, Novato). A brewpub with a big beer garden and a lawn play area for kids. Frequent live music. 9. [Inn Marin and Suites (Ascend Hotel Collection)](https://ourplayday.com/places/inn-marin-and-suites-ascend-hotel-collection-novato) (hotel, Novato). A mid-century motor inn with an outdoor pool, Keurigs in the rooms and easy parking. 10. [Super Duper Burgers (Novato)](https://ourplayday.com/places/super-duper-burgers-novato-novato) (restaurant, Novato). Fast counter service, mini burgers sized for kids, indoor and outdoor seating and a fountain out front that toddlers love. 11. [World Famous Hotboys (Novato)](https://ourplayday.com/places/world-famous-hotboys-novato-novato) (restaurant, Novato). Hot chicken in a bright, colorful room, with classic video games to keep kids busy while you wait. 12. [Hamilton Community Pool](https://ourplayday.com/places/hamilton-community-pool-novato) (pool, Novato). An outdoor community pool with a shallow end for young swimmers, a short walk from the park's play structures. 13. [Kitsch + Sync](https://ourplayday.com/places/kitsch-sync-novato) (café, Novato). A play space where kids climb and explore while parents get proper food, beer and wine. 14. [Poppytots Play Cafe](https://ourplayday.com/places/poppytots-play-cafe-novato) (indoor play space, Novato). A play cafe for kids five and under, with soft playgrounds, ball pits and bounce houses while grown-ups relax at the cafe. ## About this list Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Any page linked above is also served as markdown by adding .md to its address. Page: https://ourplayday.com/united-states/california/novato