Things to do with kids in Madison, WI

Vilas (Henry) Park

Large lakeside park with a playground, beach, walking paths, and adjacent zoo, perfect for a full day out.

4.7 (5160)FreeMadison, WI

Olbrich Park

Expansive lakeside park with playgrounds, sports fields, and beach access.

4.7 (3975)FreeMadison, WI

Warner Park

Large lakeside park with a beach, playground, sports fields, and community facilities.

4.6 (1915)FreeMadison, WI

💬 6 local tips

McKee Farms Park

Large community park with a playground, pond, sports fields, and walking paths.

4.7 (1148)FreeFitchburg, WI

💬 4 local tips

Tenney Park

Lakeside park with a playground, tennis courts, and seasonal ice skating.

4.7 (1032)FreeMadison, WI

💬 3 local tips

Elver Park

Large city park with a playground, seasonal splash pad, sledding hill, and ice skating rinks.

4.6 (894)FreeMadison, WI

💬 5 local tips

Governor Nelson State Park

State park on Lake Mendota with a beach, playground, and scenic hiking trails.

4.5 (870)$Waunakee, WI

💬 1 local tip

Winnequah Park

Community park featuring a large castle-themed playground and picnic areas.

4.7 (727)FreeMonona, WI

💬 1 local tip

Lakeview Park

Community park with athletic fields, multiple playgrounds, and a splash pad.

4.7 (648)FreeMiddleton, WI

Marshall Park

Lakeside park with a small beach, playground, and boat launch.

4.6 (591)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Brittingham Park

Park along the lake with walking paths and open green space.

4.6 (573)FreeMadison, WI

💬 4 local tips

Yahara Place Park

Scenic neighborhood park with green space and walking paths along the river.

4.8 (432)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Garner Park

Large park featuring picnic areas, walking trails, and seasonal ice skating.

4.6 (425)FreeMadison, WI

💬 2 local tips

Dream Park Playground

Large, popular community-built playground with extensive climbing structures and play areas.

4.7 (422)FreeMonona, WI

💬 2 local tips

Badger Prairie County Park

Spacious park with a large playground, sports fields, and multi-use trails for biking and walking.

4.7 (389)FreeVerona, WI

Orton Park

Historic neighborhood park with playground equipment and open green space.

4.7 (354)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Rennebohm Park

Community park with a playground, climbing net, and sports fields.

4.7 (345)FreeMadison, WI

💬 5 local tips

Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park

Well-maintained park with playground equipment and walking paths.

4.8 (334)FreeCottage Grove, WI

💬 1 local tip

Goodman Park

Large park featuring a playground, sports fields, paved trails, and a seasonal ice rink.

4.5 (314)FreeMadison, WI

William G. Lunney Lake Farm County Park

Expansive park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and access to the Capital City State Trail.

4.6 (298)FreeMadison, WI

💬 2 local tips

Wetmore Park

Community park featuring playground equipment, sports fields, and open green space.

4.7 (273)FreeSun Prairie, WI

💬 2 local tips

McPike Park

Modern downtown park with a large playground, open green space, and frequent community events.

4.5 (260)FreeMadison, WI

Sun Prairie Dream Park

Large, community-built wooden playground with extensive structures for climbing, sliding, and imaginative play.

4.7 (255)FreeSun Prairie, WI

Burrows Park

Scenic lakeside park with a historic shelter, boat launch, and walking paths, great for picnics and lake views.

4.6 (248)FreeMadison, WI

Westmorland Park

Neighborhood park with playground, sports courts, and walking paths.

4.7 (185)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Door Creek Park

Large community park with extensive trails, sports fields, and playground facilities.

4.6 (172)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

North Star Park

Neighborhood park featuring a large playground and open green spaces for play.

4.4 (168)FreeMadison, WI

Olin Park

Scenic lakeside park with picnic shelters, walking paths, and great views of the Capitol.

4.7 (136)FreeMadison, WI

💬 2 local tips

Glacier Hill Park

Neighborhood park featuring a playground, basketball court, and open green space.

4.3 (126)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Library Mall

Outdoor public space on the UW campus often used for events and relaxing.

4.5 (118)FreeMadison, WI

Anderson Farm County Park

Spacious county park with open fields and walking trails, perfect for family outings.

4.7 (113)FreeOregon, WI

Haen Family Park

Local park with a playground and open space for neighborhood play.

4.4 (102)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Edward Klief Park

Neighborhood park featuring a playground, open green space, and basketball court.

4.6 (101)FreeMadison, WI

Wyldhaven Park

Small neighborhood park with green space and walking paths.

4.6 (98)FreeMonona, WI

💬 1 local tip

Elmside Circle Park

Local neighborhood park with green space and play areas.

4.7 (86)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Kennedy Park

Large recreational park with a playground, sports fields, and picnic spots.

4.2 (80)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Morrison Park

Local park with playground equipment and space for outdoor recreation.

4.5 (80)FreeMadison, WI

Monona Dog Park

Fenced area for dogs to run; suitable for families with pets.

4.5 (79)FreeMonona, WI

💬 1 local tip

Firemen's Park

Community park in Monona with a large playground, picnic areas, and open space.

4.6 (65)FreeMonona, WI

Flagstone Park

Neighborhood park with a playground, basketball courts, and open green space for family play.

4.4 (65)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Windsor Community Park

Local community park offering outdoor space for recreation and family activities.

4.9 (64)FreeDeForest, WI

💬 1 local tip

Country Grove Park

Local park offering a playground and walking paths for families.

4.4 (61)FreeMadison, WI

Secret Places Park

Quiet neighborhood park with a playground and open space.

4.6 (59)FreeMcFarland, WI

Segoe Park

Small neighborhood park with a playground and picnic area.

4.4 (58)FreeMadison, WI

Maywood Park

Local neighborhood park with green space for outdoor family recreation.

4.7 (49)FreeMonona, WI

💬 1 local tip

Oneida Park

Neighborhood park providing space for outdoor play and family relaxation.

4.5 (48)FreeMonona, WI

💬 1 local tip

Thut Park

Neighborhood park with open space for family activities.

4.4 (48)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip

Glenwood Children's Park

A quiet, wooded park with natural trails and a small creek, perfect for a gentle family hike.

4.6 (48)FreeMadison, WI

💬 3 local tips

Glacial Valley Park

Scenic park area suitable for family walks and outdoor exploration.

4.9 (47)FreeCross Plains, WI

💬 1 local tip

Bordner Park

Neighborhood park with playground equipment and space for family play.

4.4 (45)FreeMadison, WI

💬 1 local tip