I can see how this place wouldn't be great for older kids. I'm thinking if your kid is older than 8, then they will probably be bored with this place. There isn't much to do in here for bigger kids (there's an inflatable slide, a rock climbing wall, and a jungle gym thing in the back) but I think they could get bored in about 20 minutes. I come for the toddler area. My son is one and even though he can't maintain balance or jump in the bounce house, he loves it. I only come on toddler Tuesdays and Thursdays. With tax it's $4.99 and a great way for the kid to get some energy out when it's too hot outside. I do prefer going when the place is empty though- other kids who aren't supervised can cause a problem (i.e. leaving the gate open to the toddler area or being too rough with the little ones).