I brought my 10-month-old here on a Saturday hoping to see the infant play area. There's a sign…read morethat says it's for 2 years and below but some parents of older children were letting them play and some of them were so rough and almost falling or stepping on my baby. We took breaks leaving the soft play area but I wish someone was there to remind parents of the age group intended for the soft play area especially since the rest of the museum is open to the older children. This was the only section truly available for babies. I also wish there was staff wiping down the area more often or at least have sanitizing wipes available outside of the play area, especially since babies drool and spit up. I was there for 2 hours and didn't see any staff tidying up or wiping the area down. Some of the soft play sections were separated too where there would be small open spaces revealing the concrete underneath which was a little disappointing because it didn't feel so safe. The gate to close the section off kept opening up too. Aside from the issues above, my baby enjoyed himself. The soft play area is honestly small but I imagine it looks huge from my baby's perspective. There's a mirror, lots of hills and steps, and there's a little slide. He loved every second of it. He also loved the installation on the ceiling above the soft play area. Parking in the garage is free for 90 minutes I believe and it's right next to the museum. The staff at the desk are kind. You leave your strollers at the lobby in front of the front desk. There's several restrooms and there's a nursing/quiet room with 2 rocking chairs facing each other. I wish there was a privacy screen or something though because I was just nursing in front of a stranger and I would have felt more comfortable if we weren't directly facing each other haha. The rest of the museum was great. Lots of sections for older children to run around.

I rarely leave reviews, but this experience left our family extremely disappointed…read more We were visiting the children's museum, when my husband, who is a Santa Monica police officer and assigned to the area, stopped by to say hello while actively on duty and in full uniform. He entered the museum without issue, and staff allowed him inside. At no point was any "no weapons" policy explained to him. While there, the interaction between my husband and the children was honestly so heartwarming. Kids flocked to him, excited to meet a real police officer. He handed out stickers, took photos with children who asked, and created such a positive, sweet moment for families and kids. It was one of those genuinely special interactions that helps children feel safe and build positive relationships with law enforcement. Unfortunately, that moment was completely ruined when a manager approached and told him he had to leave because he was carrying his service weapon, despite being an on-duty officer in full uniform. Had this policy been clearly communicated at entry, that would have been one thing. Instead, he was allowed in, warmly engaging with families and children, only to be asked to leave afterward in a way that felt unnecessary and upsetting. I respect that businesses can have policies, but the inconsistency and lack of communication were disappointing. More than anything, it was sad to see such a positive interaction for children abruptly cut short. Experiences like these matter because children benefit from positive relationships with the people who serve their communities, whether that's police officers, firefighters, mail carriers, or other public servants. Those everyday interactions help kids feel connected, safe, and familiar with the people they see in their neighborhoods. What should have been a lovely memory and a meaningful community moment for my kids turned into an uncomfortable and disappointing experience for our family.

I love this place. I dropped off some upholstery fabric there a few weeks ago. They really like…read morealmost EVERYTHING that can be included in an art piece. I was delighted to hear that they hold birthday parties there! I'm going to be turning a pretty big number next year and am thinking that's the place to hold the party. Thank you for what you've done, been doing and will continue to do!

The employees Cindy, Yvonne, Isaias and Karl were all very kind and attentive and safety-focused.read more

smallest aquarium but it was still worth a visit as you visit the pier. go on Groupon to get…read moretickets for discount!!! * you can see baby moon jellyfish and the learn of the growing systems. * touch tanks of different kinds if starfishes.

A quaint aquarium right at the heart of the SMP, (Santa Monica Pier) serving the community by…read moreteaching guests all about the different sea life they have thriving there! I took my son, (9yo) and he had a blast! There were a few touch tanks, a cool lil gift shop, and vital information all around! If you're looking for another fun activity to do at the SMP, I definitely recommend visiting Heal the Bay Aquarium; you will not be disappointed!

My son loves his ninja class. He takes it really seriously and loves going. The coaches really pay…read moreattention and encourage him. This class encourages all different kinds of strengths and gets out all his need for climbing everything. I'm hoping they start to offer more classes on different days as the Tuesday afternoon class can be tricky to get to and from since it ends just as rush hour is picking up. It's also really popular and sells out quick! Looking forward to coming here for years to come!

We were lucky to book a one-on-one session with Jessie Graff at Los Angeles Ninja Academy for our…read more11-year-old daughter, and it was fantastic. Jessie was warm, patient, and an incredible coach. She immediately connected with our shy daughter, using thoughtful strategies to support her from warm-ups through the entire session. Jessie offered guidance while letting our daughter take the lead, never rushing--even after the hour was up. The gym is bright, clean, and not too overwhelming, with a great coaching team. Our only wish is for dedicated parking. Highly recommend both the academy and Jessie!

It's a cool small park for small children to play but there's no water fountain for them. No way…read morefor them to hydrate. So if you plan on going here, bring your own drinks. Ridiculous. There's plenty of irrigation set up for all the plants that completely surrounding the park but none for the children. 5/10. Mike Bonin takes credit for the park but none of these boneheads thought about a simple water fountain for the children. Smdh.

Los Angeles is dotted with neighborhood parks and playgrounds, and the Via Dolce Park is one of my…read morefavorites. It is small ... less than an acre ... but it's location along the Grand Canal is quite nice. Playground equipment dominates the park, so it's perfect for children. But it also has a seating area and signage describing flora and creatures found along the canal.

Indoor climbing has been on my bucket list for a while. So happy to say I finally went to one!…read moreSender one definitely has me hooked! From the staff to the cleanliness, everything was top tier! Love the location too! It's in a little plaza where they have Whole Foods and other shops. We came for a day pass and after we left we agreed we were going to sign up for a membership! I'll admit it was intimidating at first but after a few trials and errors... i got the HANG of it ;)

Convenient city mini size rock climbing gym so it's definitely much smaller than a full size rock…read moreclimbing gym by maybe 1/4 to 1/2 the size. It's plenty for a beginner to medium level. Validation is 90 minutes I believe for free. They offer passes on classpass as well. They have the rock climbing treadmill and the digital wall as well and a weight lifting area. They have showers here which is a nice plus. It's very kid friendly the environment colors and approachability It's not the tallest gym since it's standard retail ceiling as you can see in the picture but for the convenience it's great!

Wild Child Gym in Playa Vista is an amazing place for Littles!!…read more We just had the opportunity to go to one of our 4 year olds friend's birthdays that was hosted there and it was awesome!! Easy parking. Both free street parking and paid parking structure. Staff are super friendly, energetic, and great with the kiddos. Nice turf climbing hill, ladders, climbing wall, and many other obstacles and activities for motor skills growth and confidence building. Cool spot for a birthday party for younger kids. We will definitely come back to try some of their more structured classes.

We love wild child! Our son did classes there when he was 2.5 years old. He loved being part of…read moreclass (especially with mama or papa there with him) doing obstacle courses, singing the Wild Child song, and hearing the puppet stories at the end of the class. He loved it so much, he had his birthday party there when he turned 3 AND 4. Wild Child takes care of all the birthday party details so you have little to no stress. It's sooo worth it. They do a bunch of games with your little ones, play some great tunes, and have a bubble dance party. Parents of students at our son's school who weren't even at the party were coming up to us telling us they heard the birthday party was great. I think that speaks to the experience Wild Child gives the kids. Highly recommend!

Bubblemania was so much fun to have at my nephew's 6th birthday…read more They came right on time with all the supplies: kiddy pools, wands of many shapes, and a ton of bubble solution. The kids LOVED it! And it was great for the adults because the kids never left the bubble stations. There were so many different wands and ways to make bubbles. The lady who came did such a nice job. She was very friendly and so sweet to the kids. Any time someone had trouble, she would patiently show them how to make the bubbles. As the activity went on, she introduced other bubble making tools like a rope. Each new item captivated the kids. In particular, a few of the kids were timid at first. I thought the lady was very kind and encouraging. All of the kids warmed up to her and took part with the bubbles. I was happy to see some adults getting in on the fun as well. And even some parents teaming up with the kids to try to make the biggest bubble possible. It was a ton of fun all around. At the end, everything was cleaned up and taken away. It was a very effortless way to have an outdoor activity for kids. Highly recommend!

Bubblemania was absolutely incredible and the clear hit of the party for our 4 and 2 year olds and…read moreour guests. From the start, scheduling and putting down the deposit was very simple and straightforward. Nat reached out ahead of time to confirm timing, location, and all the details, which made everything feel easy and well organized. During the party, Nat did an amazing job showing the kids how everything worked, demonstrating some seriously impressive bubble skills, and most importantly were incredibly thoughtful about how to engage with each child. Some kids wanted hands-on support, others preferred to jump right in on their own, and Nat handled that balance perfectly. Nat also did a great job keeping the space tidy and ready for the next kid, which made the whole experience feel calm and well run. We received so many compliments from other parents. My 67-year-old dad said it was the best birthday party he's ever been to. Honestly, I don't know how we could have another party at a local park without Bubblemania. Truly incredible and worth every bit.