Kid-approved spots
Splash pads, playgrounds, play cafes, museums, and hidden gems across the metroplex. Every one checked out in person.
11 spots
Panadería Guatemalteca La Mejor
The most authentic Guatemalan bakery we have found, family owned in Garland since 1995. The tamales are everything.
1725 S 1st St, Suite B, Garland
Pink Coffee
The prettiest coffee shop in DFW might be hiding in Garland: everything is pink, the photo ops are endless, and they roast their beans in house.
2334 W Buckingham Rd, Suite 210, Garland
Cafe Frida
A Frida Kahlo-inspired coffee shop in downtown Garland with colorful Mexican-Filipino fusion drinks and pastries.
509 W Walnut St, Garland
Cuquita's Restaurant
Traditional Mexican breakfast and lunch in Garland, with horchata and all the traditional drinks.
1957 Northwest Hwy, Garland
Garland Central Library (Nicholson)
An awesome library stop in downtown Garland, especially for homeschooling families, with a nursing room for moms.
625 Austin St, Garland
Hapik Climbing
A colorful climbing gym at Firewheel for families that love adventure, with auto-belays that make it safe for kids.
550 Town Center Blvd, Suite 200, Garland
Jumping World
Trampolines, arcade games, and no Texas heat. Great for toddlers and older kids, and it is on the GetOut Pass.
4445 Saturn Rd, Unit B, Garland
Miss A
The dollar store of accessories at Firewheel: tons of cute finds for little fashionistas without the meltdown price tag.
355 Cedar Sage Dr, Garland
Scoop N' Buns
Ice cream, desserts, and churros in downtown Garland with unique flavors like ube and horchata.
507 W Walnut St, Garland
Watson Park
A hidden gem on the Richardson and Garland border: free splash pad, inclusive playground, basketball court, and a shady gazebo for snack breaks.
1050 N Yale Dr, Garland
West Garland Branch Library
A colorful branch library with a kids area we loved. Free, air conditioned, and easy.
3921 W Walnut St, Garland