Indoor & Rainy Day Activities in Vancouver
Vancouver gets 166 rainy days a year. Good thing the city is packed with incredible indoor attractions, play spaces, and creative studios.
40+ Indoor Ideas for Families
From October to April, rain is practically a daily companion in Vancouver. But locals know that some of the city's best experiences happen indoors. World-class museums, massive play centres, trampoline parks, and creative studios mean you will never run out of things to do when the weather turns grey.
Museums & Science Centres
Science World
Interactive exhibits, live science shows, and the OMNIMAX theatre. The outdoor Ken Spencer Science Park opens in summer. Allow at least 3 hours.
Museum of Anthropology (UBC)
World-class collection of First Nations art, including monumental totem poles and Bill Reid's The Raven and the First Men. Free for kids under 6.
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Planetarium shows, space simulators, and hands-on exhibits about the cosmos. Right next to the Maritime Museum in Vanier Park.
Vancouver Art Gallery
Four floors of Canadian and international art, including the largest collection of Emily Carr paintings. By-donation admission on Tuesday evenings.
Indoor Play Spaces
Go Bananas Indoor Playground
Multi-level play structures, ball pits, slides, and a dedicated toddler zone. Located in Richmond. Socks required.
Crash Crawly's Adventure Fun Centre
Massive indoor playground in Langley with tube slides, climbing walls, and a giant ball pit. Cafe on-site for parents.
Circus Play Cafe
Play cafe concept in East Vancouver. Kids play while parents enjoy espresso and pastries. Toddler-focused with soft play areas.
Granville Island Kids Market
Two floors of toy stores, a built-in adventure zone, ball pit, and art stations. A rainy day institution for Vancouver families.
Trampoline & Adventure Parks
Apex Adventure Plex
Wall-to-wall trampolines, ninja warrior courses, dodgeball courts, and foam pits. Toddler-only sessions on weekday mornings.
Sky Zone Surrey
Freestyle jump, SkySlam basketball, Ultimate Dodgeball, and the foam zone. Toddler Time for kids under 6 on weekday mornings.
Creative & Cooking Classes
Pottery for the People
Drop-in pottery painting for all ages. Choose a piece, paint it, and pick it up glazed a week later. No reservation needed.
Kids Cooking Classes at Dirty Apron
Hands-on cooking classes for kids ages 8-14. Learn knife skills, baking, and world cuisine in a professional kitchen.
AR Workshop Vancouver
DIY wood signs, canvas art, and home decor projects. Family workshops on weekends. All materials and instruction included.
Indoor Swimming & Water Parks
Watermania (Richmond)
Wave pool, lazy river, waterslides, hot tub, and toddler splash zone. One of Metro Vancouver's best indoor aquatic centres.
Newton Wave Pool (Surrey)
Wave pool, waterslide, and warm leisure pool. Affordable drop-in rates. Family swim sessions on weekends.
Looking for Free Indoor Options?
Many Vancouver libraries, community centres, and galleries offer free admission. Check out our free activities guide for budget-friendly indoor fun.