- TripBuzz found 224 things to do with kids in or near Aptos, California, including 208 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, Morgan Hill and San Jose.
- From Manresa State Beach to Seacliff State Beach, the Aptos area offers 98 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, History Museums, Parks and Bike Paths.
- An unincorporated area, Aptos has several small communities within its borders. Redwood timber harvesting was a major industry in Aptos in the late 1800s and early 1900s but the area did not hit a development boom until the early 1960s with additions including Cabrillo College and Seascape Resort. Aptos is less than 10 miles from Santa Cruz.
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Situated on 11.5 acres, Serra Park features a small creek, four picnic sites, a children's playground, skating rink and water play area. The park has open grass fields for recreational activities and provides access to adjacent sports fields.
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In operation for over 160 years, Deer Hollow Farm is now a nonprofit environmental education facility that attracts more than 100,000 students each year. The farm hosts a variety of programs that vary by season.
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2249 Grant Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
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The Undiscovered Country Bike Private Day Tours takes participants through scenic mountain passes, redwood forests and stunning desert landscapes. Their many tour options vary by length and difficulty to accommodate different skill levels.
26.8 Miles
Golfland USA provides hours of fun for kids and adults. Golfland features two 18-hole miniature golf courses, snack bar and indoor arcade feature new and retro game machines.
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The California Theatre Center is a non-profit organization that offers school theatre field trips, educational programs, and a summer acting program. The organization also presents young audience weekend performances.
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Since opening in 1959, the San Jose Flea Market, has grown from 20 vendors selling their wares to hosting more than 6,000 vendors each week. Four million visitors per year flock to the market for fresh foods, crafts, bargains, and more.
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Spare Time Bowling is a bowling alley offering daily standard bowling as well as Galactic Bowling on Friday and Saturday nights. Attractions include bowling, arcade games, bowling leagues, and an in-house restaurant.
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With a total of 4.5 acres, Grant Park Center is a wonderful place for community and is equipped with a playground, BBQ grills, picnic tables, a soccer field, restrooms, and a basketball court.
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Portola Dr & Reservation Road, Salinas, CA 93908
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Once a military installation, Ford Ord is now a national monument surrounded by the Fort Ord Public Lands. The Public Lands are thousands of acres of protected, undeveloped land, home to many rare plant and animal species.
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A park that is open all year round and is very reasonably priced, the Jacks Peak County Park is an excellent space for hiking, picnics and simply enjoying the outdoors.