Keeping little ones entertained indoors can be hard on most days but it’s especially harder on rainy days. But fear not, Cebu offers indoor playhouses perfect for burning off that endless energy and can even transform into the ultimate birthday party hotspots. Get ready to ditch the cabin fever and say hello to giggles and grins with these 10 toddler-approved play zones that promise non-stop fun and games:
1. Playnation (Ayala Center Cebu)
Perfect for 2-5-year-olds, Playnation offers a fun and vibrant atmosphere. It has soft mats, enclosed playpens, pretend stations, and even a giant slide with a huge ball pit guaranteed to keep the young explorers busy and happy for hours. Supervision (under 5 years old) is required, making it great for bonding. Its open layout helps parents easily keep an eye on their kids. (Hourly rate starts at P250.)
Facebook: Playnation | Mobile Number: 0917 155 5010
Playnation Birthday Package: Playnation offers fun birthday party packages for kids! Choose from 3 options:
- Birthday Bash Package (P32,000 weekdays/P42,000 peak days): Includes 3 hours of play, party favors, decorations, a birthday cake, party host, and more! Perfect for 25 kids and 25 adults (additional guests for a fee).
- Playtime Only (Exclusive Use): Rent the entire play area for 3 hours during weekdays (P25,000) or purely for playtime (P15,000). Party favors and decorations not included, but balloons and a birthday banner are available for the P25,000 option.
Book your party at least 2-3 weeks in advance for exclusive packages (50% downpayment required). Non-exclusive use requires a 3-day notice.
2. Playworld (Gaisano Country Mall)
When running errands in Gaisano Country Mall with young kids in tow, Playworld is a great stopover for your tiny tots. The place features a ball pit, a slide fit for toddlers, a simple obstacle course, and a pretend play area that can satisfy curious minds. Weekday visits and close supervision are recommended. (It’s an open-air area so opt for comfy clothes. Hourly rate starts at P150.)
3. Kids Paradise (Ayala Central Bloc)
This massive indoor playground is a dream come true for little explorers! Boasting slides, a giant ball pit, sensory stations, and a dedicated block-building area, it’s the perfect spot to let your child’s imagination run wild. Conveniently located next to Timezone arcades on Ayala Central Bloc’s top floor, parents can relax nearby while their little ones burn off energy. Weekday hourly rates start at P200, making it a budget-friendly option too!
Opening Hrs: 10AM – 9PM | Facebook: Kids Paradise | Email: kidsparadiseayalacentercebu@gmail.com
Address: 5th Level, Ayala, Central Bloc, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
4. Well Played Cebu (Base Line Center, Juana Osmeña Street)
The first of its kind in Cebu, Well Played is an indoor playground and cafe that’s capturing the hearts of little adventurers! With exciting slides, a vibrant ball pit, themed play stations, and a dedicated Arts & Crafts zone, it’s a haven where kids can learn, play, and grow. Located conveniently alongside popular children’s activity centers like The Little Gym, Wonder Yard, and Studio 32 Martial Arts, parents can now find the ideal spot for their kids to unleash their energy. Hourly rates start at just P350.
Opening Hrs: 10AM – 7PM | Facebook: Well Played Cebu
Address: 2F New Wing Base Line Center, Juana Osmeña Street
5. Kids Paradise (Ayala City Center)
Tucked near the Kid’s section at the Metro department store, this hidden gem offers trampolines (special socks required!), claw machines, an obstacle course, and a ball pit. Fun for all ages, with hourly rates starting at P200 (weekdays). Socks can be purchased if you forget.
Kids Paradise in Ayala Center (4th floor) offers a birthday party package for P21,000. This 3-hour exclusive venue rental lets 20 kids with 20 guardians celebrate with a birthday celebrant. The package includes loot bags, a mascot appearance, decorations, games with prizes, and more! Contact 09912042784 (Angielyn) for more details.
Opening Hours: 10AM – 9PM | Facebook: Kids Paradise Ayala City Center
6. Tumble Town (Streetscape, Banilad)
Date night solution! This vibrant playground boasts colorful structures, tunnels, slides, and soft play areas for all ages. It often offers Story Time (1-5 years old), which sparks creativity, as well as family events to build community. (Check social media for all rates and birthday packages; hourly rate starts at around P350/hour.)
Plan your child’s birthday bash at Tumble Town! Party Package A (P19,000 weekdays/P20,500 weekends) includes 3 hours of play for 12 kids & 12 guardians. They’ll love the themed backdrop & loot bags! Relax with comfy seating (choose kiddie or adult chairs) while enjoying a delicious 5×7 customized cake, a dozen cupcakes, and 30 cookies. Let Tumble Town handle the fun, you handle the smiles!
Opening Hours: 9AM – 9PM | Facebook: Tumble Town | Mobile Number: 0927 875 0888
Address: 2nd Floor Streetscape, Paseo Saturnino, Banilad, Cebu City
7. Puddle Playground (Crossroads Cebu)
Don’t be fooled by the size! Puddle Playground packs a punch with imaginative sections like a farmer’s market, fire station, doctor’s clinic, and a ball pit. Perfect for ages 2-6, playdates are welcome! (P400 per hour + P100/adult, Mon-Thurs. Relax at nearby cafes & restos, like Abaca, Olio Restaurant, or Tajimaya.)
If you are hosting a small number of people for your child’s birthday party, The Puddle Playground offers exclusive use. This fun spot is available for booking birthday parties, playdates (exclusive rates!), family events, or any special occasion. Weekday rates start at P7,000 for 10 kids & adults (9am-12nn, 1pm-4pm, 5pm-8pm). For more info, visit The Puddle Playground’s Instagram.
Facebook: The Puddle Playground | Mobile Number: 09190690690
Address: Crossroads Mall, Gov. Cuenco Ave., Cebu City | Email: thepuddleplayground@gmail.com
8. Play Hive (Streetscape, Banilad)
If you’re looking for a place to keep the kids entertained while you enjoy Streetscape with friends, Play Hive is an excellent option. It has a variety of activities for young children, including climbing structures, ball pits, a mini-library with popular books, LEGO and Duplo toys, a sandpit with wooden “sand,” slides, and more. The space is thoughtfully designed with a clean aesthetic that’s not overwhelming for kids. There are also play stations that encourage imaginative play, like a kitchen, fire station, store, grocery, and living room. My 4-year-old son loved it, and I’m sure other kids his age would, too. The entrance fee is P350/hour and it has a monthly membership of P6000 for unlimited use. If you plan to host a birthday party, they have weekday and weekend rates for 15 children & 15 guardians. The birthday package starts at Php 13,000 for 3 hours of playtime.
Facebook: Play Hive Cebu | Mobile Number: 0922 971 9228 | Email: playhivecebu@gmail.com
Address: 3/F Streetscape Mall, Paseo Saturnino, Banilad, Cebu City
9. Dino Dig Philippines (SM Seaside)
Unleash your inner paleontologist! Dino Dig offers interactive dinosaur exhibits with moving and roaring creatures, plus a safe “sandpit” for fossil-digging. Perfect for all ages, it ignites curiosity about the prehistoric world. (Entry starts at P150, close supervision in “sandpit.”)
10. Kidzoona (SM Seaside)
Kidzoona, a well-known playhouse brand in Metro Manila, has a Cebu version at SM Seaside. This haven for creative and active play offers a variety of stations, from artsy areas to giant ball pit and zorbs. A sensory sand area lets kids explore textures, while attentive staff ensure a safe environment. Choose hourly or unlimited play (starting at P230/hour, socks required). Perfect for ages 3-6 (adult supervision needed).
Opening Hours: Mon to Thu 10AM – 9PM / Fri to Sat 10AM- 10PM / Sun 10AM – 9PM | Facebook
Address: 3rd Floor, City Wing, SM Seaside, South Road Properties, Brgy. Mambaling, Cebu City
Contact info: Landline (032) 410-9628 | Globe (0977) 834-9437 | Email: afp116@aeonfantasy.com.ph