Grown-ups just want to have fun and at Huzzah! in Venice, you can. The mom in you will love the selection of alternative, non-mass market toys the store specializes in (read: no animatronic baby Yoda dolls making the same noise over and over), while the big kid in you giggles over the “grown-up toys” like a Crazy Cat Lady Action Figure. Your toy-loving tykes can explore educational toys that are actually way cooler and more entertaining than they imagined.

These classic, timeless toys at Toy Crazy define inspired playtime and will remind you of your own childhood while being equally delightful for your pint-sized players. Every item for sale, from classic board games to unique outdoor toys, is meticulously hand-picked by the owner, and seasoned toy connoisseur, Melissa Moore, to ensure the most engaging, get-them-off-the-couch play experiences for your little ones.

This neighborhood boutique toy store has all the stuff we love, along with a staff exceptionally well-versed in all the toys on hand. Here’s where you can stock up on not-so-easy-to-find toys that you’ll kinda want to steal from your kids. Like the “Kid Activist” doll from the Lottie Dolls line, a 500-piece round “Women March” puzzle, or a set of hand-painted wooden “community helper” dolls made with sustainably forested wood and painted with non-toxic materials.

More collectible shop than a full-on toy store, Tom’s Model deserves a mention based on its cool factor alone. Known for its extensive collection of both common and rare Funko POPs (vinyl figures depicting licensed characters from your favorite franchises), this unique hobby stop also offers hard-to-find Lego kits, pop culture character backpacks, and even has a collection of battery-operated animal toys! Nestled into the heart of the DTLA toy district, this shop is more function over form.

At this shop, in addition to a super friendly and helpful staff, you’ll find a huge selection of high-quality natural, wood, or natural fiber-based toys—it almost feels like you’ve stepped into a magical toy store in Switzerland. In addition to dolls, dollhouses, wooden figures, books, and dress-up clothes, you’ll also find arts and crafts, even puppets and yo-yos for hours of creative play.

We love neighborhood spots that also give back to the community and Treehaus in Atwater Village is one of the best. This eclectic boutique started out as a pop-up shop in a vintage VW bus and has grown into a stylish hub with high-quality offerings. There’s everything from organic baby rattles and DIY kits that let kids build to their heart’s content to plush dolls that are so cute, that you’ll absolutely allow your kid to bring home another to add to their collection.

If you’re looking for cool stuff that appeals to all ages, this Silver Lake boutique store has a little bit of fun for everyone. From distinctive gifts and quality toys to kids’ clothing and creative homewares, Yolk is the place to go for the kind of unique flair not generally available from mass-market stores. Stop in to snag a one-of-a-kind gift (Bonus: they do free gift wrapping on-site) and don’t be surprised if you end up leaving with one (or three) things for yourself!

Established in 1945, LA’s oldest toy store is a must-stop for both locals and tourists. Located in The Original Farmer’s Market, it is full of cool and fun finds for both kids and adults. You’ll find a great selection of classic and retro toys. If you’ve been wanting to get a Lite-Brite—this is your spot.

This Jurassic Era-inspired spot for T-Rex lovers is a must-stop. Of course, you’ll find everything you need related to dinosaurs but if you’re looking for something specific, and owner Dave doesn’t have it, he’ll track it down for you. Aren’t a fan of those larger-than-life eating machines? There’s a Pink & Purple Room, a book area, an infant area, and a science section, and a game section. Expect quality, unique gifts no matter what your kid is into.

Whether you have a budding builder or a well-versed hobbyist, this hobby shop specializing in die-cast airplanes and cars, N scale model trains, plastic model kits, kites, paint, and tools is the place to go to in LA for all your model building needs.