If you're planning to open an indoor playground, your first question is likely:
π° βHow much will it cost?β
Indoor playgrounds can range from small toddler zones to large commercial trampoline parks. The cost in 2025 depends on several key factors:
Total area
Equipment type
Design complexity
Country and import duties
Installation service
This guide offers a realistic cost breakdown based on Dream Gardenβs 15+ years of experience and 5,000+ successful installations.
1. Cost by Playground SizePlayground Size | Description | Estimated Cost (USD) |
---|---|---|
50β80 sqm | Small toddler area, soft blocks | $12,000 β $20,000 |
100β150 sqm | Medium soft play structure | $20,000 β $35,000 |
200β300 sqm | Soft play + slides + trampoline | $35,000 β $60,000 |
400β600 sqm | Full indoor park + ninja course | $60,000 β $100,000 |
800+ sqm | Large park, franchise-level | $100,000 β $200,000+ |
Note: Themed parks or luxury decor may increase cost by 10β20%.
2. Whatβs Included in the Equipment Cost?β Dream Gardenβs standard indoor playground equipment package includes:
Soft play systems: tunnels, bridges, slides, ball pits
Galvanized steel pipe structure (3.0mm thick)
Padded mats and flooring (anti-slip)
Protective safety nets and barriers
3D custom design layout
π’ Shipping
China to US: $3,500 β $6,000 (40HQ container)
China to Africa or Latin America: $5,000 β $9,000
π§ Installation
Remote support: FREE
On-site technician: $150β$300/day + travel expenses
Medium project (~200 sqm): approx. 10 days
π¦ Import Duties
Customs and taxes vary by country. Dream Garden provides Certificate of Origin to help clients reduce or waive import duties.
ποΈ Site Decoration
Lighting, wall decor, ceiling effects, signage β estimated $20β$60 per sqm.
π· Staff & Operation
Opening salaries, security cameras, uniforms β starting at ~$3,000+
4. Real Project ExamplesProject Location | Size | Equipment Cost | Total Investment | ROI Time |
---|---|---|---|---|
Malaysia Mall | 200γ‘ | $31,000 | $43,000 | 9 months |
Saudi Arabia Park | 380γ‘ | $67,000 | $88,000 | 12 months |
Spain Kindergarten | 120γ‘ | $22,000 | $30,000 | 7 months |
Use mall walls instead of building full enclosures
Go with standard themes (jungle, ocean) to avoid design surcharges
Install in stages (start soft play, add trampoline later)
Use sea shipping instead of air
Apply Certificate of Origin to reduce tax
The cost to build an indoor playground in 2025 can be flexible and scalable. Start with your space and target age group, then choose equipment that maximizes safety, engagement, and ROI.
Dream Garden provides:
β Factory-direct pricing
β Free 3D layout & budget proposal
β Global shipping and installation service
π― Want to Know Your Playground Cost?
Send us your floorplan or estimated space. We'll prepare a custom layout + budget β 100% FREE within 24h.
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