Things to Do With Kids in Cape Girardeau
Updated October 2026 · 8 places · Cape Girardeau
These family activities are physically located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The list focuses on places open year-round, including indoor attractions, museums, the library, and recreational venues; check each venue’s current schedule before visiting.
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Discovery Playhouse
502 Broadway, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Discovery Playhouse is a children’s museum with interactive exhibits and play areas, aimed especially at children 11 and younger. Local family coverage describes exhibits where children can role-play everyday activities, explore water play, and learn through hands-on activities.
GO WILD! Indoor Playground & Arcade
3049 William St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
GO WILD! is an indoor playground and arcade located inside West Park Mall. Its Cape Girardeau playroom is designed for children 10 and under, with climbing and slides, while the arcade offers games for older visitors too.
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center
2289 County Park Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
The Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center features hands-on exhibits, freshwater aquariums, wildlife viewing areas, and outdoor trails. Local tourism coverage highlights its children’s play area, native aquatic species, and family programs.
Cape Girardeau Public Library
711 N. Clark St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Cape Girardeau Public Library offers children’s programs including story times and activities for different age groups. Its online calendar lists events for babies, toddlers, children, and tweens.
West Park Lanes
354 S. Silver Springs Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
West Park Lanes is a bowling center with 32 lanes and public open bowling at scheduled times. Its website describes bowling, an arcade, and concessions as options for family visits.
Dogwood Social House
80 S. Plaza Way, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Dogwood Social House combines an arcade, bowling, karaoke rooms, and other games in an indoor entertainment venue. Its Cape Girardeau site advertises recurring family nights with game cards.
Crisp Museum
518 S. Fountain St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
The Crisp Museum, on Southeast Missouri State University’s River Campus, has history and fine-art galleries and presents changing exhibitions. The museum’s collections and exhibits include regional heritage and work by local and visiting artists.
The Glenn House
325 S. Spanish St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
The Glenn House is a historic home open for preregistered tours on weekends. Its tours offer a look at the house and its period features; children are included in the posted admission information.