What a fantastic place! They are FULL of all kinds of…read moreactivities, like air hockey and video games and even boast Virtual Reality experiences. They even have chess! There's a side room where entertainers can perform for party guests away from any distractions. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to visit again! Thank you Activity Center!

Of course I always Yelp before I go anywhere but I found it interesting there were no recent…read morereviews for The Activity Center. We were invited to a 5 year old birthday party and it's a cool spot. There's lot of fun activities such as air hockey, basketball, a doll house. magnetic tiles, jumbo jenga tiles, foosball, a VR headset, an art room, big screen TV, and a crafts table. Yes, there's lots of stuff to run around and play with and to fit whatever interest your LO's heart desires. My LO just turned 3 so a lot of the games really weren't for her but she LOVES crafting so we spent most of the time at the craft table The art room looked cool but would be cramped if a bunch of kids ran in there There is a connected room with a long table where the kids eat and pizza and cake are served The owner and his family are super nice and helpful. One star off for no longer having a parking lot. My friend said it had been converted to an outdoor play area but we came on a day it had rained so maybe that's why it wasn't available for the party. Parking is a pain but persistence paid off and I found a spot two blocks down. Be careful of permit only parking areas I don't live in the area so I don't see myself coming often but it think it's a neat place to take your kids but I feel age 5 and over would appreciate it more

I discovered this place a few months ago when I was looking for more indoor experiences for my son…read moreto enjoy. We immediately fell in love this with this place. There are so many little nooks and crannies that make it an endless place for kids to explore. They have a climbing wall, a tetherball area, a trampoline, a little hide and seek house, multiple basketball hoops, slides, and climbing features! think it's so wonderful and beautiful that the staff take the time to really get to know the kids, memorize all their names, and even get to know their likes and wants. Toddlers require a lot of patience and Ed, Amanda, and Laurie are so kind and patient with them! (All the staff are, I just can't remember the names of the others I've interacted with). I appreciate them not judging us when we chat up with the other moms, and even do a great job looking after them to make sure they're OK even though we moms supervise pretty well at the same time. Best part is every10 minutes or so they change up the activities to make sure that the kids stay engaged. They integrate balls, climbing Obstacle courses, mazes, swings, singing, drumming, and have animal toys as well. I really enjoy the flow and I can truly say my son is the happiest here out of any class he's ever taken!

I have been bringing my child here since 18 months (he's 2.5 years old now). My child learned a lot…read moreof skills developmentally appropriate for his age. Parents in the playground were so impressed how advanced my kid is. The staffs are great and my kid always had a blast going to classes

Absolutely AMAZING experience for my daughter's 5th birthday! I honestly wish I had found this…read moreplace sooner. From start to finish, everything was handled for us--setup, organization, and all the little details--so we could actually relax and enjoy the day. The space was clean , fun, and perfectly run. The kids had the best time, and the staff made everything feel so easy and stress-free. If you're looking for a place that truly takes care of everything and delivers a seamless birthday party, this is it. Highly, highly recommend! Thank you Bryan, Simon, Negar and the ENTIRE staff were DELIGHTFUL to work with. Everyone that answered the phone, came to help, brought dolly car to help unload my party favors, the set up was AMAZING. They went up and beyond!!!!

My daughter absolutely loves this place! Found it on TikTok and wanted somewhere to take my…read moredaughter so she could see and be around other kids. They have an amazing crawler section since my daughter isn't walking just yet and she absolutely loved the ball pit! Definitely getting the membership next time I go!

Went for the soft opening of two bit circus in promenade a couple of years ago, and it was really…read morefun! I'm surprised they closed down! They have a ton of fun arcade games, both nostalgic and new ones. They also have integrated VR into their experience. I really enjoyed it!

Great place to have fun with family and friends! They have escape rooms, VR, 3D experiences, and…read moreplenty of multiplayer games. There's also a full bar and decent food. We had a great time competing against each other and enjoying all the different activities. Definitely a fun spot for a night out!

My sister and I had been searching for a good birthday party spot on this side of town for a while,…read moreand Fun Play World did not disappoint. We booked it for my niece's birthday and it was such a great experience. What I really appreciated was that everything was discussed beforehand, all the package details, the rules, what to expect on the day. Nothing was left unclear, so by the time the party started there was zero confusion. It made the whole experience so much smoother. The kids had an absolute blast, the staff was warm and accommodating, and the facility is clean and just a really fun space to be in. We actually came back separately for open play and enjoyed that just as much. Whether you're coming for a birthday party or just open play, both are absolutely worth it. Definitely making this our go-to spot!

We love Fun Play World! My kids always have so much fun here and never want to leave The place is…read morealways clean, beautiful, and has so many different things for kids to do. I also love that parents can actually sit, relax, and enjoy while the kids play. The staff is always sweet and helpful. Definitely one of our favorite indoor playgrounds in LA!

My daughter had a blast at Cayton Children's museum!!! We have been here many times and each time…read moreis better than the last. We will definitely be back in the future.

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.

The good: Parking is easy here. There were many beautiful…read moreblooming trees with pink flowers. There was a soccer field with great modern turf. There's a sand area but most of the playground has the bouncy ground. There are picnic tables and benches. The park is really spacious with a wide range of playground equipment made for wheelchairs and with disabilities. It has a toddler area tactile and musical playground equipment. There's a zip line. There's a lot of shaded areas. There's a boat, space ship, tunnel, slides, rolling metal slide, balance beams shaped like balls, and so much more. It's a super inclusive playground with a diverse group of patrons as well. The bad: The parking lot had some cars that looked like people were living out of their car. There was a pee stench at the entrance. Toward the toddler area there was a guy smoking weed. The interesting: It has a LA theme with references to the observatory, freeway and more.

It's ok when there's enough lanes, otherwise not a great experience…read more Most of the swimmers here tend to be on the older side, or just very slow/beginners. This makes it frustrating when it's crowded, and there are designated lanes for medium-fast swimmers, but they're taken up by slow/beginner swimmers. Had to wait around for 10 minutes until there was space. Needs to be a better of way of controlling/managing the lanes so that different swim levels can swim without the pool being completely overrun by slow swimmers, making it harder for other levels to enjoy the pool space.

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!

***This review is for gift shop only***…read more My eldest daughter and I were at Santa Monica Pier for the Heal the Bay beach cleanup volunteer event recently. After the event, I wanted to offer my patronage and support them on their wonderful cause. I found their standalone gift shop that happens to be near the centralized restroom area. I saw a shirt that I liked, but the lady behind the counter suggested I check out their gift shop located inside their Heal the Bay Aquarium as they have other shirt selections. I took the lady's recommendation. Upon arrival at their main gift shop, they did not carry the shirt I wanted. Btw, it's a very small aquarium and gift shop. We headed back to the standalone gift shop location and they were closed. OMG... I was so bummed! I guess both gift shops have different operating hours. I didn't get my shirt and I don't know when I'll return to Santa Monica Pier. I guess I was not meant to buy that shirt at that time. Until we meet again, be good my shirt!

Just had my son's 3rd birthday party here today and I couldn't say enough good things about this…read moreplace. The friendliness of the staff, the cleanliness of the place and the overall amazing time everyone had! I couldn't recommend this place more. Thank you Fun Play World for making my son's 3rd birthday so memorable!

We had a great experience at Fun Play World! Its fantastic place to celebrate a child's…read morebirthday,with plenty of fun activities and a welcoming atmosphere. A great option for parents who want to make their child's special day memorable.

Went to the Art on Ocean event yesterday where Paint Lab was participating. So fun to see a local…read morestudio popping up to inspire the city. Lots of kids painting and a mural for everyone to be a part of. The staff did a great job managing the event given there was just one person running the show with a lot of interest. We stopped by to check out the mural and I've painted at the studio before. It's a really lovely place and I was excited to see such a good showing. There's so much creativity in Santa Monica and Ally is doing a great job fostering the nest generation of it!

We met Ally at the pier and she was the best vibe ever! We had so much fun at the pier she brought…read moreall vibes and encouraged us to let out creativity flow. Shes the best! So happy we ran into her today!!!