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Best Things to Do in Calgary, with kids
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is 95% Kids-Friendly
Children can meet penguins, ride carousel, join scavenger hunts, and burn energy in multiple playgrounds; washrooms, lost-child services, and flat paths keep the visit safe and stress-free.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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South Glenmore Park is 95% Kids-Friendly
Children up to 12 can enjoy the fenced inclusive playground, splash park, pump track and family canoe rentals, while plentiful picnic tables help supervision, but no lifeguards patrol the water.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Calgary Public Library - Central is 95% Kids-Friendly
Huge Children’s Library, LEGO Club, storytimes, kid-height shelves, and play zones deliver hands-on fun; admission is free, stroller routes are wide, and washrooms have change tables.
Recommended visit duration: 1–2 hours
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Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton is 95% Kids-Friendly
Waterslides, leisure pool, surf rider, sports classes, story times and two-hour child minding delight ages 2-12, while lifeguards and family change stalls maximize safety and comfort.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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TELUS Spark Science Centre is 94% Kids-Friendly
Creative Kids Museum, Brainasium playground, science shows and maker zones give ages 3-12 hours of active learning; family washrooms and stroller loan cover practical needs.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
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Southland Leisure Centre is 94% Kids-Friendly
Kids up to 12 enjoy wave pool, four slides, AquaPlay, warm kiddie pool, climbing wall, gym courts, and family skate, all on a discounted family pass. Lifeguards and rental gear support safe play.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Treehouse Indoor Playground - North Calgary is 93% Kids-Friendly
Families with children up to 12 enjoy huge climbers, ball cannons, race track, arcade, and free adult entry; staff enforce safety rules, making it an all-day option for active kids.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Heritage Park is 93% Kids-Friendly
Kids ride steam train, antique midway, wagon tours, and interactive crafts, all free after entry; washrooms and eateries are numerous, but plan 3+ hours to avoid rush fatigue.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Bowness Park is 93% Kids-Friendly
Playground, splash park, mini-train and safe lagoon skating give varied fun for ages 3-12; most activities are cheap, but children need close watch around water and firepits.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Vivo for Healthier Generations is 92% Kids-Friendly
Inclusive outdoor playground, loose-parts Indoor Park, leisure pool, climbing wall and court games suit ages 2-12 all day; low child fees and family change rooms help, though an adult must buy a pass.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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