The best outdoor toys for babies and toddlers

Getting fresh air and outdoor time can be great for you and your little one. It can boost your mood and energy levels and provide a stimulating change of scenery. Whether you’re lucky enough to have a big garden, a smaller yard or are heading off to the park, beach or the great outdoors, there are plenty of wonderful outdoor toys for babies and toddlers to keep them entertained. 

20 of the best outdoor toys for babies

1. DRM Folding Baby and Toddler Swing

If you’re looking for fun outdoor toys for under 1s, this swing set is suitable from 6 months to 3 years. It features a UV-resistant fabric infant seat with back support and comes 95% pre-assembled.

2. Pop-up Play Tunnel for Babies and Toddlers

Easy to set up, this is perfect for older babies and young toddlers, aged 1-3 years. Add an extra element of adventure in the garden or anywhere else you have space to pop it up.

3. PlanToys Triangle Clutching Toy

Made from rubberwood, this sustainable toy features a rattly two-tone ball in the centre of a pyramid. The ball can be removed helping a baby to develop their motor skills and coordination and it’s suitable for outdoor play.

4. My First Baby Multi Textured Sensory Soft Balls

These coloured and textured balls are great for tactile exploration and make a gentle squeaking sound when squeezed.

5. VATOS Tummy Time Water Mat

Tummy time is great for bonding and development and this colourful water-filled mat is great for using inside or out. Brightly coloured toys will catch her attention as they float by and the mat is comfy, safe and durable.

6. Betheaces Frog Bubble Machine

While the bubble blower itself should be kept out of baby’s reach, he’ll gurgle with delight at the stream of bubbles. It has a fun frog design and can create up to 500 bubbles per minute!

7. Easy Grip Baby Teething Ball

Made from 100% food grade silicone this is a one-piece teether ball, meaning there are no pieces to potentially come loose. It’s easy to clean with boiling water or the dishwasher, making it great for outdoor use.

8. Edulike 7 Pcs Stacking & Nesting Baby Toys with Horse Figure

The uneven patterns on the stacking rings will stimulate your baby’s sense of touch and it’s topped with a super-cute pink unicorn! All the pieces are made of hard-wearing food-grade silicone and are easy to clean for outdoor use.

9. Bird shaped finch water warbler

This is a super-cute bird-shaped toy that makes a warble when filled with water. Entertain your baby by blowing it yourself or let older children do it themselves. Makes a great party favour or pocket money toy.

10. In The Night Garden Musical Fun Sounds Ball

Featuring Iggle Piggle, Upsy Daisy and Makka Pakka, this magical motion sensor ball also makes a range of 10 fun sounds based on the In The Night Garden TV show.

11. Toyland Cocomelon Light Up & Shake Balls

These light up and shake balls are perfect for little fans of the hit YouTube show, as well as being great sensory and tactile toys for using in and out of doors.

12. Peppa Pig Bubble Machine

Little Peppa Pig fans will love this fun bubble blowing machine that can fill the back garden or park with hundreds of bubbles.

13. Tiny Love Waterproof Ocean Play Mat

The water-repellent base makes this ocean-themed play mat perfect for outdoor use in gardens and parks, or even a trip to the beach. It folds easily and has a handle so you can comfortably carry it in your hand or fit in your pushchair basket.

14. BelleStyle Baby Swimming Duck Floating Toys

Whether it’s in the bath inside or supervised play in an outdoor paddling pool, these wind-up duckies make great indoor or outdoor water toys.

15. Oball Classic Grab and Shake Sensory Ball

This grab and shake ball is soft, flexible and lightweight but also tough enough for anything little hands (and emerging teeth!) can throw at it. It’s also easy to clean, making it good for playing outdoors as well as in the nursery.

16. Tippi Soft Play Pull Back and Pushalong Cloth Car Set

This Tippi Pull-Back Vehicles set features four soft vehicles including an Ambulance, Donut Van, Police Car and Taxi. The soft cloth and foam body of the cars make them safe and comfortable to play with and the pull-back and push-along action is easy for even little hands to use.

17. NAVESO Press and Go Crawling Caterpillar

This wonderful caterpillar toy combines colour, motion and sound in one super-fun package for your little one. Just press in the middle ball and off it goes!

18. Tumama Kids Baby Stacking Balls

With different shapes, colours and textures, these stacking blocks are great tactile toys for Baby. They’re made of safe, soft, non-toxic material and are easy to clean, making them perfect for outdoor play.

19. Free Swimming Baby Inflatable Float

Okay, the weather’s not always great for outdoor swimming in the UK but you can take your little one for a splash on a nice summer day, on holiday or in a suitable indoor pool. Floats come in different sizes to suit from 6 months to 6 years but it should always be used under adult supervision.

20. Infantino Sensory Sound and Light Activity Ball

Roll this planet-themed ball to activate melodies and colourful lights. When it stops rolling, it says the name of the glowing colour. It can be used indoors or out but as it is battery-operated, it shouldn’t be left out in bad weather.

20 of the best outdoor toys for toddlers

1. Doloowee Red and Blue Bubble Lawn Mower for Toddlers

Your little one will love pretending to mow the lawn with this fun and colourful bubble blowing lawn mower. It can generate up to 5,000 bubbles every minute for a fantastic sensory experience.

2. Child’s Pop-up Camper Van Tent

This pop-up tent is an officially licensed scale replica tent of the iconic 60′s Volkswagen campervan. Perfect for indoors and outdoors play under supervision.

3. Hedstrom Folding Toddler Swing

Get in the swing of outdoor play with this steel-frame swing with a full UV resistant, easy-clean fabric seat. Although described as a toddler swing, it’s suitable from 6 months once your baby can sit up and support themselves in the bucket seat.

4. Kids’ Bug Catcher

Encourage little environmentalists with this bug catcher that comes complete with carry case, tweezers and magnifying glass. For older toddlers under supervision to make sure they don’t squish their little friends and let them all go safely.

5. KandyToys Sand and Water Table

Sand and water tables are some of the best outdoor toys for toddlers and this one has thousands of positive reviews from Amazon users. It comes in two sizes and features 8 accessories including sand moulds, watering can, spade, fork and bucket.

6. Dolu My First Slide Folding Kids Play Slide

Easy to assemble and sturdy enough for young kids, this makes a great first slide. The steps have built-in handles and it helps build confidence and balance – as well as being a whole lot of fun!

7. Theo Klein John Deere Farm Sand Play Table

Budding little farmers will love this play table that comes with animals, a tractor, digger and more. It measures 64cm x 46cm x 60cm and is suitable for children aged 18 months and over.

8. Kids Wheelbarrow and Dinosaur Set

This adorable wheelbarrow set is perfect for the beach or outdoor sandpit. It also comes with colourful dinosaur moulds for extra fun.

9. TOMY Toomies Pic and Pop Push Along Ball Popper

Your toddler will have heaps of fun popping balls and scooping them back up. This is a great variation on outdoor walker toys that will help your little one toddle around.

10. 4-in-1 toddler climber, slide and swing set

You and your little one will get loads of use out of this 4-in-1 play set, that includes a climber, swing, slide and basketball set – all made from environmentally friendly, non-toxic and durable material.

11. Evo Electric Ride On Enchanted Unicorn Carriage

Let your little one’s imagination run wild with this magical ride-on unicorn toy. It features a smooth electric drive with an easy push and go pedal and is suitable for little adventurers of 2 and up.

12. STOBOK Splash Pad Sprinkler Mat for Kids

Outdoor water toys are great for cooling down in the summer. This one is thicker than most sprinkler toys for added durability and can also be used as a paddling pool under supervision.

13. JOYIN Inflatable Unicorn Yard Sprinkler

Standing at 4 feet tall this fun unicorn sprinkler will add a touch of magic to any outdoor event or play session. Simply inflate the unicorn, connect to any regular hose fitting and it’s good to go.

14. Orange Tree Toys Animal Wooden Skittles

These beautifully hand crafted traditional wooden animal skittles feature five cute and colourful animals; a Cat, a Mouse, a Lion, a Dog and a Frog. An all-time classic for outdoor play.

15. Personalised Pale Blue Vilac Ride On Toy

Little racers will love this 50s-style classic car ride-on toy. You can also personalise the car with a little one's name or any other 10 characters.

16. Ancesfun Splash Play Sprinkler Pool Pad

This mermaid tail design splash pool is extra roomy, at 65"×39.4"(165cm x 100cm) with an inflatable rim, so several toddlers can enjoy supervised splashy play at the same time.

17. Sanlebi Beach Toys for Kids

Made of soft plastic material, this collection is safe and non-toxic for your kids. It has everything you need for a day at the beach or just playing in a sand pit in the back garden, including sieves, moulds and bucket.

18. Tech Traders soft play Play Tunnel and Play Tent

With clear mesh sides for better visibility, this play tunnel offers safe and fun play for toddlers and kids from 1 to 12-plus. It also doubles as a ball pit (although the balls are not included).

19. DejaNard Soft Toy Rocket Launcher

Suitable from 3 and up, this outdoor soft toy rocket launcher is easy to use. There are no batteries required, it uses air pressure and your little one simply steps on the pedal. You might want to help younger children with setting it up and aiming it but the rockets are made of soft foam for extra safety.

20. Addo Sand & Water Play Pit Set

This classic shell-shaped play pit is perfect for supervised outdoor play whether you put water or sand in it. It also comes with a sandsational play bucket, moulds and tools for extra fun and versatility.

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