Barcelona Mum

Ciutudella Park Play area

Hugely popular play area in Barcelona´s most centrally located park. Located at the top end of the lake, twice daily your toddlers can enjoy free toys and games in addition to the permanent swings and slides.There is even a sprinkler in the summer which the kids love! 11am-2pm every day and 4.30pm-6.30/7pm from mid september to mid June. 530pm-830pm from mid June to mid September
Calle Wellington with Pujades. Metros Arc de Trionfo/Barceloneta 934283934 www.bcn.cat/parcsijardins/act_altres_portal.htm?codi=13
 

Comments:
There are 2 other play areas in the park for slightly older children and there is also a boating lake. Two cafés nearby. Don´t forget the Zoo is at the top end of the Park if you wanted to make a day of it.

Recommended by Carrie Frais

Parc de L'Oreneta

This Sarria-based park has pony rides and a miniature train every Sunday morning. There is also a picnic area and a playground. This park is always a big hit with the kids. Pony rides 5 euros Train 1.50 euros

Passatge Blada s/n - Parc del Castell de L'Oreneta. Access by Ronda del Dalt exit 9 or Ferrocaril from Plaza Catalunya S6 Reina Elisenda . Buses 34 and 66. 628215298 info@trenparc.org www.trenparc.org

Recommended by Julie Stephenson

Palau Robert

The park/garden behind the Palau Robert (Paseo de Gracia with Diagonal) is hugely popular from about 5pm onwards (after guarderia lets out) . Lots of local and international kids come to play in the sandboxes.
Palau Robert (Paseo de Gracia with Diagonal) from 5pm

Comments:
"It is very social for kids aged two upwards, but younger ones also seem to enjoy themsleves. Its a nice oasis in the center of town!" (TW) 
 

Recommended by Tamara Weil

Fort Pienc Play area

On Mondays from 5-8pm there is a ludoteca for ages 0-3 years. Entrance is 3 euros and there is an inside area in case it rains.
Calle Ribes 14, Metro L1 (Arc de Triomf) 932327827 fortpienc@fortpienc.org www.fortpienc.org

Comments: 
Fort Pienc is also a highly recommended primary school

Recommended by Michelle Courtright

Happy Parc

Not that it rains much in Barcelona, but when it does Happy Parc is a great option. There are two play areas, one for the under 5s and another for the older children, There's climbing, slides, a ball area and plus staff on hand to watch what's happening. Unfortunately the opening times don´t suit everybody but it is generally empty during afternoons at the  weekends. 5-9pm Monday to Friday. 11am - 7pm at the weekend. Entry 4 euros (per child)
Pau Claris 97 with Gran Via Tel. 933178660 and Comptes de Bell-lloc, 74-78,  934900835 www.happyparc.com

Comments:
They also organize excellent children´s parties

Recommended by Lucie Bloor

Xerinola (San Gervasi)

Based in San Gervasi, this is another great indoor space for children. They also organize children´s parties and summer camps. Open 10.30-12pm Tue-Friday and 5-8pm Mon-Thur Open 5-8pm Saturdays
Calle Brusi, 9, 934145567 xerinola@hotmail.com

Recommended by Lucie Bloor