When the weather isn’t cooperating—whether it's pouring rain or sweltering heat—it can feel like your outdoor plans are completely off the table. But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of fun to be had indoors in Martin County! From indoor play places to museums to arcades, there are ways for the whole family to stay entertained without stepping outside. In this post, we’ll share a variety of indoor ideas in Stuart and Jensen Beach that are perfect for those rainy or hot days, so you’ll never be stuck indoors with nothing to do again.
Looking for nearby trampoline parks, children's museums, and more? Check out our Family-Friendly Day Trips Guide!
Play With Little Ones Indoors
Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast
1707 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, FL | (772) 225-7575
Interactive exhibits at this indoor discovery center include a fire station, newsroom, town market, Spanish galleon, and more!
2400 NW Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 692-9717
This family fun center has arcade games where kids can win tickets and prizes, a playground, and a trampoline zone.
Visit the Blake Library and Robert Morgade Library in Stuart, the Hobe Sound Library, the Peter & Julie Cummings Library in Palm City, the Elisabeth Lahti Library in Indiantown, and the Hoke Library in Jensen Beach.
924 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 247-7453
This indoor play area has themed sections for imaginative play. They also have areas for your child to get their energy out, such as a ball pit, playhouse, and small slides.
3503 NW Federal Hwy, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 | (772) 486-8880
There are themed areas in the indoor play center such as dress up, vet, babies, and kitchen, plus a small indoor playground.
Go Bowling & Play Arcade Games
2303 NE Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 | (772) 225-2695
Enjoy 20 bowling lanes, a cafe, a game room with redemption prizes, and a full liquor lounge that has billiards, darts, and karaoke.
872 SW Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 286-8007
Come play a variety of old and new arcade, pinball, and other games. Families are welcome, but be aware that there are adults-only hours on Friday and Saturday nights.
1638 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 286-9700
Here you'll find bowling lanes, bumper lanes for kids, arcade games, a grille, and cosmic bowling.
Create Art
3579 NW Federal Highway, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
Take a painting class and create a masterpiece while having fun. There are family-friendly and adult events at this studio. Check their website to book a spot in an upcoming class.
8903 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL 33455 | (772) 245-2725
Unleash your creativity with a splatter paint session, craft workshop, tie-dye shirts, and more! Book your experience online.
15 SE MLK Jr Boulevard, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 287-7000
Walk in, choose a ceramic piece, and paint it! They'll glaze and fire your piece for you. You can also take pottery wheel and clay sculpting lessons. Make reservations online for special workshops and lessons.
Tour a Museum
825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996 | (772) 225-1961
View local history exhibits, traveling exhibits, and collections such as vintage cars, baseball, and Americana.
301 SE MacArthur Boulevard, Stuart, FL 34996 | (772) 225-1875
This maritime museum is the oldest structure in Martin County and the only remaining House of Refuge. One hundred yards from the shore, you can snorkel or dive the wreck of Georges Valentine.
Watch a Movie
2448 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 | (772) 219-8805
Watch a movie and get yourself a snack at their self-serve refreshment area.
Regal Movie Theater Treasure Coast Mall
3290 NW Federal Highway, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
Catch a movie at this theater located at Treasure Coast Square Mall.
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