Photo: Edinborough Park
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Photo: Edinborough Park
Edinborough Park
★4.6(1,944 reviews)$Amusement Park
🕑 2-3 hours👶 Best for ages 1-10. Toddlers and preschoolers adore the gentle splash pad and age-appropriate playground equipment, while elementary-aged kids can burn energy on the climbing structures and open spaces for running around.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Edinborough Park is an indoor wonderland that saves the day when Minnesota weather won't cooperate. This spacious community center features a stunning one-acre indoor park complete with a playground, splash pad, and amphitheater under a beautiful glass roof, plus seasonal amenities like an outdoor pool and fitness facilities,making it a year-round destination for active families.
Highlights
- ✓Year-round indoor splash pad with water features perfect for cooling off
- ✓Expansive playground with climbing structures and slides under a soaring glass atrium
- ✓Wide open spaces ideal for toddlers learning to walk and older kids to run freely
- ✓Natural light-filled environment that doesn't feel like a typical indoor gym
- ✓Clean, well-maintained facilities with family-friendly amenities
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right at opening on weekday mornings for the quietest experience before playgroups arrive around 10:30 AM
- 2.Bring swim diapers and towels for the splash pad area, which operates year-round and is a huge hit with little ones
- 3.Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy in the designated eating areas,there's no food sold on-site
- 4.Wear layers as the indoor park can get warm and humid, especially near the splash pad
- 5.Non-Edina residents pay a higher admission fee, so check if you qualify for resident rates to save money
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings between 9-10:30 AM offer the calmest experience, or visit Sunday afternoons when many families are winding down their weekends. Winter months are peak season when families seek indoor activities.
What to Know
Admission fees apply (residents get discounted rates), and you'll need to check in at the front desk. The facility includes changing rooms and bathrooms, and while there's no café, you can bring your own food to designated areas.
Seasonal Notes
The indoor park is open year-round regardless of weather. An outdoor pool operates during summer months (June-August), adding even more aquatic fun. The facility is especially popular during cold Minnesota winters when outdoor play isn't possible.
Nearby Eats
Chick-fil-A and Panera Bread are both within a 5-minute drive on France Avenue, offering quick kid-friendly meals. For a sit-down option, try The Original Pancake House in Edina for a post-play brunch.
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