I’ve walked past this indoor playland at City Creek many times but didn’t realize how much fun it was until my six year old pulled me through the gate.

While I watched her tricks from the bench, she had what she called, “The best time ever” climbing on the dinosaurs and jumping over the fossils.

The carpet bounces a bit like a gymnastics mat. The dinosaurs aren’t made of plastic exactly–but some sort of shiny, squishy material (how’s that for scientific?)

I’ve spent my fair share of time looking for lost socks in ball pits and rescuing my children from playland tunnels–so I considered this one a huge upgrade. If the holidays ever bring you to City Creek with a brood of restless kiddos, you’ll find this little spot waiting just inside the food court.