# Playgrounds and things to do with kids in Richmond

Playgrounds, parks, museums and other things to do with kids in Richmond. See which ones have a changing table, room for a stroller and what ages they suit before you go. 19 listed.

Last updated 2026-10-12, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [PARK365](https://ourplayday.com/places/park365-richmond) (playground, Richmond). Free inclusive playground with an accessible treehouse, a merry-go-round, supportive swings, sensory play and shaded seating.
2. [Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden](https://ourplayday.com/places/lewis-ginter-botanical-garden-richmond) (garden, Richmond). Big botanical garden with a children's garden, a ramp-accessible tree house, and a toddler streambed and water jets in summer.
3. [Eastern Henrico Recreation Center](https://ourplayday.com/places/eastern-henrico-recreation-center-richmond) (attraction, Richmond). Outdoor play equipment, a picnic shelter and walking trails beside a county recreation center.
4. [Virginia Museum of Fine Arts](https://ourplayday.com/places/virginia-museum-of-fine-arts-richmond) (museum, Richmond). Free art museum with a hands-on Interactive Family Lounge and art classes for kids from infancy.
5. [Children's Museum of Richmond - Downtown](https://ourplayday.com/places/children-s-museum-of-richmond-downtown-richmond) (indoor play space, Richmond). Play exhibits for ages 0 to 8, with a pretend market, a canal boat and a separate area for babies and toddlers.
6. [Grayland Avenue Tot Lot](https://ourplayday.com/places/grayland-avenue-tot-lot-richmond) (playground, Richmond). Renovated playground with separate areas for babies, toddlers and older kids, plus a basketball court.
7. [Huguenot Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/huguenot-park-richmond) (park, Richmond). Inclusive playground renovated in 2025 with more accessible equipment and surfacing, plus picnic tables.
8. [The Robins Nature Center at Maymont](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-robins-nature-center-at-maymont-richmond) (nature area, Richmond). Nature center with river otters, fish aquariums, a beaver lodge to crawl into and a netted climbing sculpture.
9. [Virginia Museum of History & Culture](https://ourplayday.com/places/virginia-museum-of-history-culture-richmond) (museum, Richmond). History museum with Commonwealth Explorers, a play gallery with dress-up, a food truck and nature stations, and kids 5 and under get in free.
10. [The Park RVA](https://ourplayday.com/places/the-park-rva-richmond) (park, Richmond). Indoor mini golf, duckpin bowling and arcade games.
11. [Bethlehem Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/bethlehem-park-richmond) (park, Richmond). County park with a playground.
12. [Hidden Creek Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/hidden-creek-park-richmond) (park, Richmond). County park with a playground.
13. [Highland Gardens Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/highland-gardens-park-richmond) (garden, Richmond). County park with a playground.
14. [Klehr Field](https://ourplayday.com/places/klehr-field-richmond) (attraction, Richmond). Park with two playgrounds.
15. [Lakeside Recreation Area](https://ourplayday.com/places/lakeside-recreation-area-richmond) (attraction, Richmond). Recreation area with a playground.
16. [Roslyn Hills Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/roslyn-hills-park-richmond) (park, Richmond). Neighborhood park with two playgrounds.
17. [Science Museum of Virginia](https://ourplayday.com/places/science-museum-of-virginia-richmond) (science center, Richmond). Science museum with LightPlace, a hands-on area for kids 5 and under with sensory and problem-solving activities.
18. [Sunshine Play Cafe](https://ourplayday.com/places/sunshine-play-cafe-richmond) (indoor play space, Richmond). Indoor play café for ages 0 to 5, kept small with a limit on how many kids are in each session.
19. [Westham Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/westham-park-richmond) (park, Richmond). Park with three playgrounds.

## Other lists for Richmond

- [Restaurants](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/virginia/richmond-virginia/restaurants) (4)
- [Hotels](https://ourplayday.com/united-states/virginia/richmond-virginia/hotels) (3)

## 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. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) A list needs at least three places to exist.

Page: https://ourplayday.com/united-states/virginia/richmond-virginia/playgrounds. All of Richmond: https://ourplayday.com/united-states/virginia/richmond-virginia