Family days out in California

There are so many fun places to go with kids in California - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres for toddlers as well as the usual family tourist attractions - take a look below, lots of the best things to do with children in CA

Children's Fairyland
Oakland
Children's FairylandThis is a 10-acre outdoor park in Oakland's Lakeside Park at Lake Merritt that features beautiful displays, rides, and entertainment inspired by children's literature. For 50 years Bay Area families have turned here for wholesome family fun.
Funderland
Sacramento
FunderlandFunderland is a small-scale, old-fashioned amusement park and is perfect for tots aged 2 to 12. Admission to Funderland is FREE. Each ride requires 1 ticket per person ($1.50 Monday Friday & $1.75 weekends and holidays). An unlimited ride wristband ($13.50) is sold..
Golfland
San Jose
GolflandGolf Land is one of the only true gaming arcades left in the Bay Area. Unlike Chuck E. Cheese and most mini golf establishments, Milpitas Golf Land is sure to provide family entertainment while not compromising its appeal to older teens and kids.
Pixie Woods
Stockton
Pixie WoodsVisit Stockton's own fairyland for the 'young in age and the young at heart.'Great idea if you're looking for fun places for kids in California
Pier 39
San Francisco
Pier 39There is something for everyone at PIER 39, San Francisco's Premier Bay Attraction, a festival marketplace with more than 110 stores, 12 Bay view restaurants, and a variety of fun-filled attractions for all ages including, our world-renowned sea lions, street performers and..
Pacific Park
Santa Monica
Pacific ParkLocated on the world famous Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park is the family place to play! It's the West Coast's only amusement park located on a pier. Millions of visitors each year enjoy all the rides, games and fun you'd expect from one of Southern California's Leading..
Tahoe Amusement Park
South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Amusement ParkThe facility features a merry-go-round, giant slide and a mini-Ferris wheel. If that isn't enough, they can have fun on the roller coaster, electric cars or go-carts. A video arcade is also available for game junkies. Burgers, hot dogs and drinks can be purchased at the..
Pixieland Amusement Park
Concord
Pixieland Amusement ParkThis is a small amusement park that is perfect for young kids. They have rides ~ about 10 of them or so that are geared towards the younger ones. There are only about 10 or so, so it is a place that you can go and hang out for a few hours.
Rotary Storyland and Playland
Fresno
Rotary Storyland and PlaylandRotary Storyland & Playland have been incredible treasures to the Central Valley for over 50 years. Several Million children and families have passed through the gates of these parks to enjoy laughter, fun and fantasy all at an affordable price. Rotary Storyland &..
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkThe Boardwalk's roots go back to 1865, when John Leibrandt opened a public bathhouse near the mouth of the San Lorenzo River. Other bathhouses followed and scores of tourists began visiting Santa Cruz to enjoy the highly-touted natural medicine of bathing in salt water...
Scandia Family Fun Centre
Fairfield
Scandia Family Fun CentreScandia Family Center is nine acres of entertainment for the entire family. We feature two award winning miniature golf courses, state-of-the-art Lasertron Lasertag arena, lil' indy raceway go karts, waterbugs, rock wall and extreme air bounce, baseball batting cages,..
Chils Play Playcentre
Los Angeles
Chils Play PlaycentreChildren and parents alike can race through the tube mazes, play in the ball pit and slide down the tunnel and team up with other kids in the hippity hop CHILD'S PLAY jumper! Children can enjoy the mini roller coasters, as well as the life size playhouse that a parent..
Boomers
San Diego
BoomersAcres of Fun, So Close to Home! Show your friends who's boss as you Race wheel-wheel into a hairpin turn. Spend some time relaxing on one of our miniature golf courses. Rediscover your playful side in our state-of-the-art arcade.
Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica
Santa Monica Pier The Santa Monica Pier is open 365 days a year. Admission is free. Parking is available on both the Pier Deck and the Beachfront nearby. Limited short term parking is also available. For a parking price schedule, click
Fun City Bounce
Santa Fe Springs
Fun City BounceYou rule in this city. Show your friends around. Kick off the activities, create games, give out prizes. Do whatever you want.This town is your town!
Jump Around
Burbank
Jump AroundIndoor playground and private party room.
The Playroom
Sherman Oaks
The PlayroomFun For All...large bounce house, mini roller coaster, real playhouse, air hockey table, rock wall, ride on toys, ball pit, and much much more. Great idea if you're looking for fun places for kids in California
Mantecca Family Bowling Centre
Manteca
Mantecca Family Bowling Centre Bowling on Manteca Bowl's 48 USBC sanctioned lanes is FUN with a capital "F". Courteous and helpful staff at the front desk attend to your needs, while behind the pins experienced mechanics make it all work.
Tiny Town Indoor Play
Granada Hills
Tiny Town Indoor PlayTiny Town is a perfect place for play dates and stay at home moms or dads where you can get your little ones out of the house and get them the necessary daily exercise for their muscles and minds, in a clean and safe environment, for any weather. We cater to work from..
Amys Playground
South Pasedena
Amys PlaygroundAmys Playground is a haven for kids and parents alike. We feature a large 3000 sq feet air-conditioned facility filled with toys to challenge kids bodies and minds, regardless of the weather outside. In addition, our carpeted playground is shoe-free.
Fun City Bounce
Santa Fe Springs
Fun City BounceIndoor play center for young children. We have 18â slide, obstacle courses with slides, Jump Shot, and specially designated jumper & slide unit for young toddlers (very popular by both moms & youngsters). We also have kidsâ karaoke, air hockey, and Arcades.
Kids Island
Arcadia
Kids IslandKids Island is a hybrid between a school and a playground. All of are toys are education based and our classes are a fusion of arts, dance and academics.
The Jump Around
Canoga Park
The Jump AroundExtreme indoor bounce center with toddler room and arcade machines.
Under the Sea Indoor Playground
Los Angeles
Under the Sea Indoor Playground Under the Sea is the newest, fun, unique, exciting, most talked about children's entertainment center. Beautiful floor-to-ceiling murals depict the world under the sea, with pirates, mermaids, and other sea life. As different as all kids are, they all enjoy one thing:..
Under The Sea Indoor Playground
Northridge
Under The Sea Indoor PlaygroundUnder the Sea is the newest, fun, unique, exciting, most talked about children's entertainment center. Beautiful floor-to-ceiling murals depict the world under the sea, with pirates, mermaids, and other sea life. As different as all kids are, they all enjoy one thing:..
Under the Sea Indoor Playground
Los Angeles
Under the Sea Indoor Playground Under the Sea is the newest, fun, unique, exciting, most talked about children\'s entertainment center. Beautiful floor-to-ceiling murals depict the world under the sea, with pirates, mermaids, and other sea life. As different as all kids are, they all enjoy one thing:..
Under the Sea Indoor Playground
Altadena
Under the Sea Indoor Playground Under the Sea is the newest, fun, unique, exciting, most talked about children's entertainment center. Beautiful floor-to-ceiling murals depict the world under the sea, with pirates, mermaids, and other sea life. As different as all kids are, they all enjoy one thing:..
Under the Sea Indoor Playground
Santa Clarita
Under the Sea Indoor Playground Under the Sea is the newest, fun, unique, exciting, most talked about children's entertainment center. Beautiful floor-to-ceiling murals depict the world under the sea, with pirates, mermaids, and other sea life. As different as all kids are, they all enjoy one thing:..
Ultrazone Laser Tag
Sherman Oaks
Ultrazone Laser Tag Ultrazone® Laser Tag IS "The Ultimate Laser Adventure" - serious fun for all ages - completely equipped for birthday parties, casual play, groups, teens, adults, youth groups, church groups, company parties, fundraisers and more!
Lazerstar
Camarillo
LazerstarLazer games and indoor arcade games
Golf N Stuff
Norwalk
Golf N StuffMiniature Golf (4 courses, 18 holes each),Lit'l Indy Race Cars,(Go-Karts),Disk'O Thrill Ride,Bumper Boats,Bumper Cars,Cannonball Express Train (Kiddie Train)Snack Bar Over 140 Arcade Games in 2 arcades
Golf N Stuff
Ventura
Golf N StuffWe proudly present 2 beautifully landscaped golf courses, a Lit'l Indy Race Track, Wet & Wild Bumper Boats, Ram Rod Bumper Cars, Lazer Tag Arena Game, a Fun Filled Arcade, an a full Snack Bar Facility!
Mount Asia Fun Center
Santa Clarita
Mount Asia Fun CenterMountasia is an action-packed, 7-acre entertainment complex offering fun for the entire family.
Malibu Grand Prix Fun Center
Redondo Beach
Malibu Grand Prix Fun CenterAcres of Fun, So Close to Home! Show your friends who�s boss as you Race wheel-to-wheel into a hairpin turn. Spend some time relaxing on one of our miniature golf courses. Rediscover your playful side in our state-of-the-art arcade.
Sherman Oaks Castle Park
Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks Castle Park Sherman Oaks Castle Park is the San Fernando Valley's premier family entertainment center. Enjoy the finest miniature golf, arcade and batting cages. Great family fun for kids of all ages!
All Amusements
Van Nuys
All AmusementsLocated accessibly in the heart of San Fernando Valley, our state-of-the-art facilities offer you a wide selection of quality family entertainment. We feature the latest video and redemption games, pinball machines, as well as party packages that are enjoyable yet..
Guiness World Of Attractions
Hollywood
Guiness World Of AttractionsWorld records to awe and inspire !
The Casino Arcade
Santa Cruz
The Casino ArcadeWhether youâre looking for the latest games like Dance Dance Revolution, Sky Target Flight Simulator, San Francisco Rush Driving or the interactive experience of Daytona USA Racing, weâve got you covered.
Neptunes Kingdom
Santa Cruz
Neptunes KingdomWatch out for pirates as you play through on the Buccaneer Bay two-story 18-hole miniature golf course. Test your skills inside Smuggler's Arcade playing video games and pinball.
Boomers
San Diego
BoomersBoomers! is the perfect place for a company picnic, church outing or school trip. Whatever the event, our group packages make it more fun for everyone, with lightning-fast Go Karts, all the latest arcade games and more. Bring out a competitive spirit and you'll have..
Hullabaloos Clubhouse
Orange
Hullabaloos ClubhouseOur Mission at Hullabaloo�s Clubhouse is to provide an amazing, fun filled, safe party adventure for your family and friends. Your adventure includes our huge clubhouse themed playground, giant inflatables, Pop Star
Adventure City
Anaheim
Adventure CityAdventure city has ten exciting rides for kids to enjoy and rides accomdate adults so the whole family can have fun!
Golfland
Anaheim
GolflandThe campus features five richly themed courses. The Castles of The World course features a pagoda, castle and Spanish forts with shooting water cannons. Try the jungle themed course for a lush tropical feel to your round. Try all of our courses!
Golfland
Milpitas
GolflandYou have NOT played mini-golf until youâve played at Milpitas⦠three beautiful courses in a lush setting offer a challenge and a wacky good time! You have NOT played mini-golf until youâve played at Milpitas⦠three beautiful courses in a lush setting offer a challenge and..
Golfland USA
Sunnyvale
Golfland USAMini Golf at Golfland USA is more than just playing "a round" If golfing is your style, then try one of our two 18 hole miniature golf courses.
Golden Tee Golfland
Castro Valley
Golden Tee GolflandIs golfing your style? Try your skills on one of our golf courses.Golden Tee is home of the hottest cutting edge games like Tekken 5 DR, Drum Mania V4, Guitar Freaks v4,Initial D 4 Mario Cart 2, DDR Super Nova 2, Deal Or No Deal AND MORE!
Kids Castle Indoor Fun Center
Newark
Kids Castle Indoor Fun CenterFun indoor play center for younger kids.
Bounceopolis
Folsom
BounceopolisCome joins us at the Bounceopolis Indoor Children's Play Center for drop-in play sessions that are open to the public. You can enjoy the over 6,500 square feet of interactive inflatables year round for as long as you want.
Emerald Dolphin Miniature Golf
Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Miniature GolfHave 18 holes of fun on our spectacular Miniature Golf course. Inside, find todays top video games, pool table & air hockey at the EDDI's arcade. Private Party/Meeting room, Great food, toys and gifts, and so much more for the entire family.
Fairytale Town
Sacramento
Fairytale TownThere's always something happening at Fairytale Town! A monthly schedule of events is available when you visit at our front gate. Come join in the fun of art activities, storytelling, garden workshops, puppet shows, animal demonstrations, and more!
Paradise Island
Sacramento
Paradise Island Family fun center with golf, bumper cars, race boats, slides, roller coasters and more. Fun for the whole family!
Scandia Family Fun Center
Sacramento
Scandia Family Fun CenterWe feature 2 award winning 18 hole miniature golf courses, bumper boats, batting cages, gas power raceway, a grand arcade with redeemable prize center, snack bar, onsite birthday party rooms and our new attraction the Scandia Sky Screamer.
Zeum
San Francisco
Zeum Zeum is a non-profit multimedia arts and technology museum with a mission to foster creativity and innovation in young people of all backgrounds, communities and learning styles.By providing hands-on experiences in four core creative processes (animation, sound and video..
Its All About Fun
Modesto
Its All About FunSmash! Crack ! Yay! Experience the thrill of throwing a perfect strike on our new bowling lanes. The lanes are FUNWORKS! newest attraction... opening in early April 2006.
Blackbeards Family Entertainment Center
Fresno
Blackbeards Family Entertainment CenterWhere families go to have FUN!!! 2 Go-Cart Tracks with 4 different types of race cars, 6 Water Slides, Bank Shot Basketball, 3 18 Hole Miniature Golf CoursesCap'n Kids Ride Land for ages 2-12, Batting Range with 9 cages (Hard/Softball),Bumper Boats,Speedway Race..
Camelot Park Family Entertainment Center
Palm Springs
Camelot Park Family Entertainment CenterFamily entertainment park with mini gold, bumper boars, batting cages and more.
Golf N Games Family Fun Center
Antioch
Golf N Games Family Fun CenterGolf N Games Family Fun Center is the place to be for Miniature Golf, Go Karts, Birthdays, Arcades, Video Games, Batting Cages and good old fashion family fun.
Gilroy Gardens
Gilroy
Gilroy GardensGilroy Gardens includes rides, attractions, theme gardens, food concessions, an Events Plaza, and more. Plus, our main attractions - some very unusual, over 50 years old, one-of-a-kind Circus Trees rescued from Scotts Valley, California.
Kid Concepts USA
Torrance
Kid Concepts USAKid Concepts U.S.A. is a 9,000 square foot Childrens Edu-Tainment Center for children 10 and under. Our large indoor playground was designed to promote imaginative play, physical fitness and social interaction.
Jumping Genius
Canoga Park
Jumping GeniusOur large play center is filled with age appropriate toys for newborns to adults. Yes, adults! Although our center is for kids, there are no reasons parents or older siblings should not have fun.
Jungle Zone
Glendale
Jungle ZoneAn indoor jungle in center of Glendale ! Two story indoor playground.
The Treehouse Social Club
Los Angeles
The Treehouse Social ClubWelcome to The Treehouse Social Club, a magical place where families can connect with each other and spend quality time together, where kids are embraced while everyone's different needs are catered to!
Boomers San Diego
San Diego
Boomers San DiegoA family entertainment facility with acres of fun! Show your friends whose boss when you race into hairpin turns on our Go Karts. Spend some time relaxing on either one of our 18-hole miniature golf courses. Rediscover your playful side with out state-of-the-art arcade or..
Jump n Jammin
Arcadia
Jump n JamminJump 'n Jammin is open everyday to play, when it works into your schedule. There are no membership or annual registration fees to pay.
Jump n Jammin
Mission Viejo
Jump n JamminJump 'n Jammin is open everyday to play, when it works into your schedule. There are no membership or annual registration fees to pay.
Adventureland
Stanton
AdventurelandAdventure City is a hidden gem among the many amusement parks in Southern California. This unique park has become a favorite for families with young children. The park's small, safe setting allows parents to let the kids run free without worry. Adventure City has lots..
Disneyland Park
Anaheim
Disneyland ParkFrom the charm of Main Street, U.S.A to the whimsy of Mickey's Toontown, explore eight fantastic "lands" of nostalgia, color and delight. Let your imagination run free in a magic kingdom where life is a fairy tale and dreams really do come true.
Califonias Great America
Santa Clara
Califonias Great AmericaGreat America is Northern California's favorite place for family fun and thrills starring your kids' favorite Nickelodeon characters, and the most family rides in the Bay Area.
Knotts Berry Farm
Buena Park
Knotts Berry FarmOnce a working berry farm, this popular theme park is now home to some of the most exciting rides the USA has to offer and also features Camp Snoopy, home to the beloved Peanuts gang. Great idea if you're looking for fun places for kids in California
Legoland
Carlsbad
LegolandLEGOLAND California brings out the hero in everyone.There are more than 50 super rides, shows and attractions for the whole family. Great idea if you're looking for fun places to go with kids in California.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Valencia
Six Flags Magic MountainThrill seekers come in all sizes. That's why we have tons of great fun for little ones to enjoy on their own and with parents. These rides spin, fly and promise to take kids on magical journeys that are perfect for their height and age. In addition to these Kids Rides,..
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal City
Universal Studios HollywoodFind a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: Universal Studios Hollywood. With thrilling park rides and shows, a real working movie studio and L.A's best shops, restaurants and all-new cinemas at CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique..
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Vallejo
Six Flags Discovery KingdomFamily fun is what we're all about at Six Flags. So get ready to let loose and laugh. From the highest heights to the gentlest adventures, we've got plenty of rides you can enjoy together.
Aquarium Of The Bay
San Francisco
Aquarium Of The BaySee.Touch.Discover.Learn.Discover what lies beneath the waves of San Francisco Bay.Journey through crystal filled tunnels filled with 20,000 aquatic animals. Touch Sharks, rays and sea stars. Great idea if you're looking for fun places to go with kids in CA.
Birch Aquarium
La Jolla
Birch AquariumBirch Aquarium at Scripps brings to life the exciting discoveries of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography. For more than a century, the aquarium has inspired visitors with the wonders of the ocean. Enter the world of sharks, seahorses, living coral reefs and..