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The PlayPad in Lusaka, Lusaka: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide

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The PlayPad

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The PlayPad is a relaxed, family-friendly venue that genuinely caters to both parents and children. The supervised play area and caretakers mean parents can actually relax, and the padel court adds an active option. Expect a welcoming atmosphere, good food and a focus on family comfort.

📍 Location
6810 Chiwalamabwe Rd, Lusaka 10101, Zambia, Lusaka, Lusaka

What is The PlayPad?

The PlayPad on Chiwalamabwe Road in Lusaka is a family-friendly coffee shop and padel club that combines adult leisure with genuine child care. It has a supervised play area with caretakers, a sandbox and a mini outdoor play area, so parents can relax over food or a drink, or play padel, while children are looked after. The menu includes burgers, pizzas, Nashville-style wings, a sunshine scramble, braai chicken and T-bone, and reviews praise the decor, polite service and tasty food. It is open Tuesday to Sunday, with slightly later hours on Friday and the weekend.

Coffee shop and padel club; no conservation component

💡 Money-saving tips for families

  • Weekday Quieter and more relaxed. Play area

Is it right for your child's age?

Age groupVerdictWhat to expect
0–2 years Good Sandbox and mini play area.
3–5 years Excellent Core age range for supervised play area.
6–9 years Very good Play equipment and padel.
10–12 years Good Padel and independent play.
13+ years Fair Padel tennis.

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14:00
Arrive and order coffeeFind a table near the play area.
14:30
Supervised playChildren play while parents relax.
15:30
Padel tennisFamily game or adult match.
16:30
SnackFrom the menu.

Key details

Address
6810 Chiwalamabwe Rd, Lusaka 10101, Zambia, Lusaka
Phone
+260 96 7809802

What if...?

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Is there supervised child care?

Yes, caretakers supervise the play area.

Is padel available?

Yes, there is a padel court on-site.

Family essentials

Suitable age bands
  • 0–2 years
  • 3–5 years
  • 6–9 years
  • 10–12 years
  • 13+ years
Toddler suitability
Yes, sandbox
Minimum age
0
Facilities
  • Supervised play area
  • sandbox
  • padel court
Access and parking
  • Paved access
Safety notes

Supervise children in play areas

Tickets and costs

Ages that pay the child rate
All ages
Toddler age band
Yes
Ticket notes

Entry and activity fees apply; confirm current rates at the venue.

Parking
Free
Free entry rules
No
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)

Supervised play area, sandbox, padel court

Food and drink per person (estimate)
Free
Return transport (estimate, flat)
Free
Transport estimate note
On Chiwalamabwe Road, Lusaka; signed
Prices last checked
Facilities and reviews cross-checked with Top-Rated and TrustPadel, October 2026

Plan your visit

Best time to visit
Weekday afternoons or weekends
Busiest times
Weekends
How to get there

6810 Chiwalamabwe Rd, Lusaka; signed

By car
Yes, parking available
Uber / Bolt estimate
Bolt or Uber
Public transport

Not practical

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🚗 Parking available.

🏛️ Indoor/outdoor venue

Paved access.

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Supervised play Children’s play Caretakers present.
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Sandbox Toddler-friendly Safe play.
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Padel court Active fun For adults and older children.

A family-friendly coffee shop and padel club in Lusaka with a supervised play area, sandbox and mini play area.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The PlayPad suitable for toddlers and young children?
Minimum age: 0. Supervise children in play areas
Is The PlayPad accessible, and is there parking?
Access and parking: Paved access.
What is the best time to visit The PlayPad?
Weekday afternoons or weekends. It is busiest Weekends.
How do you get to The PlayPad?
Yes, parking available. Ride-hailing: Bolt or Uber. Public transport: Not practical 6810 Chiwalamabwe Rd, Lusaka; signed

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