You'll wish they had an adult version, too
Best Deals on Outdoor Playsets at Amazon
- “Old School” Yet Tons of Fun: Sportspower Arcadia Metal Playset, $190 (orig. $250)
- Pinch-Proof to Protect Little Hands: Step2 Woodland Climber II Slide and Climbing Wall, $360 with coupon (orig. $420)
- Flower Pot Holders for Tiny Gardeners: Backyard Discovery Sweetwater Cedar Playhouse Cottage, $237 (orig. $279)
- Folds Flat for Easy Storage: Little Tikes Campin’ & Climb Wall Tent, $103 (orig. $130)
- Spacious Fort: Lifetime Adventure Tower Deluxe Playset, $2,294 (orig. $2,699)
- Parents Can Enjoy It, Too: Trekassy Double Swing Set, $135 with Prime (orig. $169)
- Sand and Water Stations: Step2 All-Around Playtime Patio Playhouse, $198 (orig. $230)
- For Pint-Sized Chefs: Little Tikes Cook ‘n Play Outdoor BBQ Playset, $49 (orig. $75)
- 4 Exciting Configurations: Step2 Skyward Summit Climbing Wall, $650 (orig. $800)
- Built-In Picnic Bench: KidKraft Modern Outdoor Wooden Playhouse, $369 (orig. $428)
As a kid, during spring and summer vacations, I spent a lot of time outdoors — and I have my parents to thank for that. They added a swing set to our backyard when I was in kindergarten, and years later, I have so many fond memories of playing on it with my friends.
Yes, there were even times when I chose my swing set over my Nintendo — and I still think it’s a great outdoor option for screen-free fun. If you’re thinking about getting one for your kids or grandkids, Amazon just marked down popular swing sets — as well as more jungle gyms, club houses, and mini rock-climbing walls that you can score from $49.
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Sportspower Arcadia Metal Playset
$250 $190 at Amazon
I stopped scrolling when I saw this swing set, which looks just like the one I had growing up. One shopper even called it “old school” — and enthused that it “provides hours of fun and exercise” for their three-year-old. It has similar swings to mine, a two-person glider, an acrobatic bar, and a slide. Luckily, it also has safety upgrades (IYKYK) — including foam-padded legs as well as PVC-wrapped chain swings to avoid pinching little fingers.
Step2 Woodland Climber II Slide and Climbing Wall, $360 with coupon
$420 $360 at Amazon
This toddler playhouse has a hideout deck that kids can reach by either scaling its ladder or mini rock-climbing wall. The deck also has double steering wheels so kids can race one another on an imaginary track. It’s made with double-walled plastic to withstand fading, cracking, and peeling — even when it’s left outside in extreme weather. Bonus: It’s waterproof, so you can hose it down when it needs a good cleaning.
One shopper said their grandson “absolutely loves it,” particularly the play area beneath the deck because it’s a “fun little hideout space that sparks a lot of imaginative play.”
Add to the Fun
We found even more outdoor toys for active and imaginative play:
- SplashEZ 3-in-1 Toddler Splash Pad, $29 (orig. $40)
- Joyin Rocket Ship Pop-Up Play Tent, $38 (orig. $50)
- Skywalker Trampolines Mini Trampoline with Enclosure Net, $94
Related: These Fisher-Price Little People Sets Are Popular Easter Basket Picks for Kids and Adults — from $14
Backyard Discovery Sweetwater Cedar Playhouse Cottage
$279 $237 at Amazon
There’s somuch more than meets the eye inside this little cedar cottage. Its mini kitchen rivals real ones: It has a stove and sink (with working knobs!), a play phone, and even a cookware set. Plus, it has flower pot holders beneath the windows so kids can cultivate their gardening skills. The cottage also allows air to flow freely inside it, thanks to its hinged half door and spacious side window.
One shopper wrote that their kids play with it “nonstop” and called out its “super realistic details” that “make it feel like a mini home of their own.”
Discover more outdoor playsets at Amazon, including popular finds from Little Tikes, Step2, and KidKraft from $49.
Little Tikes Campin’ & Climb Wall Tent
$130 $103 at Amazon
Lifetime Adventure Tower Deluxe Playset
$2,699 $2,294 at Amazon
Trekassy Double Swing Set
$169 $135 at Amazon
Step2 All-Around Playtime Patio Playhouse
$230 $198 at Amazon
Little Tikes Cook ‘n Play Outdoor BBQ Playset
$75 $49 at Amazon
Step2 Skyward Summit Climbing Wall
$800 $650 at Amazon
KidKraft Modern Outdoor Wooden Playhouse
$428 $369 at Amazon
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