It’s summer and we can’t wait to get outside and onto our outdoor swings!
Last week we were visiting Florida, and we came across a place with hammocks. As my boys happily crawled into the hammocks and began to swing, I was reminded how much we have missed our swings over the cold Chicago winter.
And while our kids often love to (and need to) swing, it can be just as therapeutic for an adult.
As I’m doing my homework, I thought I’d share some of the swings I’m absolutely loving on Amazon to make the search easier for you. If you click on a link, we may make a small commission with no extra cost to you. All recommendations are mine.
Right now, I’m trying to figure out which tree we should use and how I’m going to get the rope over our massively tall oak branches. After that, I’ll have to figure out a way to actually share with my kids… because I’m going to be the one out there swinging.
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Favorite Outdoor Swings
Winner of the Preferred Choice Award from Creative Child Magazine! This spacious and comfortable platform swing is large and strong enough for multiple kids to play and swing.
It features durable rope and a sturdy padded steel frame in four pieces that assemble into a hanging platform. The padded frame makes it comfortable and safe for kids to dangle their legs over the edge or rest their heads.
Provides a fun hang out space for kids to safely spin or swing into action during playtime! Can be used as chair swing for tree, hammock swing for swing set, nest swing chair, swings for play sets, and more to encourage imaginative play and promote balance.
Creates the perfect lounging space to play, read, listen to music, daydream, relax, nestle into a cocoon, bounce, twist, spin, and enjoy playtime with friends and family.
Planning on hanging around outdoors for some rest and relaxation? Enjoy nature in total comfort with the Club Fun Two-Tone Blue Hanging Rope Chair.
It’s the most comfortable hanging rope chair you’ll find! A clean, modern design that will look great in your backyard. Hang two and create an instant conversation area for your next patio BBQ!
Great for kids and adults, the Swurfer is relaxing yet energizing, extreme yet calm, athletic yet therapeutic. It’s even AblePlay rated.
Hop on to unwind, have fun, workout, stretch, practice extreme board tricks during the off-season, or perfect your balance.
This giant 40″ saucer swing with removable flags is popular among children and it’s obvious why! Its unique design allows for exciting swinging year-round.
Big enough for a single adult and/or multiple kids. It’s always a hit at parties and guaranteed to produce roaring laughter and big smiles.
Part merry-go-round and part swing, the Vortex Spin Swing adds the thrill of floating in the air to any combination of sitting, standing, spinning, and swaying. There’s room for up to four kids to share this exciting ride and even parents can get in on the fun.
Transform your backyard from boring to a blast with this one versatile swing.
The 2-in-1 Snug ‘n Secure Swing is easy to use and just right for babies and growing kids who love to swing!
For residential or commercial use. This outdoor swing seat is extremely durable and sturdy. With soft rubber that encloses the steel insert inside for maximum strength and comfort.
Also called a double glider swing, this plastic multi-child swing encourages teamwork and builds social skills. Children can work together and share the excitement as they swing all day long.
If your child likes to spend time with their friends, this 2-person swing set glider will be an excellent addition to any wooden play set.
I think I want every one!! My boys love to swing and they would have a ball!
A neighbor down the street had one last year… and we just knew we’d have to get an outdoor swing this summer. But I think the kids are going to have to take turns with me and my husband 😀
A tire swing. Friends galore will fight over that one, who gets to ride, etc. I remember those growing up with my girls. It was their favorite everywhere we went that had one.
Good tip… we’re still trying to make our final decision 🙂