Things to Do with Kids in Dana Point, CA

  • TripBuzz found 354 things to do with kids in or near Dana Point, California, including 329 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Irvine.
  • From Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari to Salt Creek Beach, the Dana Point area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Parks, Whale Watching Tours and Paddleboarding.
  • Sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliff sides are prominent in Dana Point, CA. The affluent residential community offers tourists many opportunities for both indoor and outdoor entertainment. It's harbor is one of the few in Orange County, offering OC locals and visitors access to boating, surfing and other water excursions. The city also hosts the annual Festival of Whales and Tall Ships Festival.
  • TripBuzz found 354 things to do with kids in or near Dana Point, California, including 329 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Irvine.
  • From Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari to Salt Creek Beach, the Dana Point area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Parks, Whale Watching Tours and Paddleboarding.
  • Sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliff sides are prominent in Dana Point, CA. The affluent residential community offers tourists many opportunities for both indoor and outdoor entertainment. It's harbor is one of the few in Orange County, offering OC locals and visitors access to boating, surfing and other water excursions. The city also hosts the annual Festival of Whales and Tall Ships Festival.
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5.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Theaters 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, CA 92672 MoreLess Info
Cabrillo Playhouse was established in 1966. Today, the Playhouse provides an outlet for creative community involvement while endeavoring to enrich, educate, excite and entertain artists and audiences through a variety of performing arts in an intimate setting.
5.6 Miles
92% 698 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Del Mar Street, San Clemente, CA MoreLess Info
At the San Clemente Pier, visitors can take in views of the ocean while hiking along the boardwalk or fishing at the pier. The site also offers easy access to The Fishermen's Restaurant for those who wish to dine.
5.7 Miles
64% 45 votes
Beaches Pacific Coast Highway and Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA MoreLess Info
The San Clemente North Beach provides a variety of amenities such as lifeguards, a food stand, playground, snorkel/boogey board rentals, showers, and volleyball. The beach is accessible via the Amtrak/Metro station and has a paid parking lot.
5.9 Miles
73% 137 votes
Beaches Off Interstate 5 at Basilone Road, San Clemente, CA 92055 MoreLess Info
Visitors of San Onofre State Beach can go swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, surfing, geocaching, and fishing. The site contains overnight family and group campsites, bike trails, and hiking trails.
5.9 Miles
91% 92 votes
Parks 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
The Laguna Niguel Regional Park boasts a 44-acre lake, which is regularly stocked with catfish, bass and bluegill. Furthermore, a large assortment of trees surround the park providing shade for picnicking and space for hiking.
6.0 Miles
91% 164 votes
National & State Parks 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
With approximately 4,500 acres of natural open space land, Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park is designated as a wildlife sanctuary. A popular spot for hiking and biking, the park is home to many rare and endangered plants and animals.
6.0 Miles
57% 23 votes
Fishing 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
Part of the Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Lake is a 44 acre lake. The lake is suitable for fishing, containing a diverse collection of fish, with a large population of largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill.
6.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
Maintained by the City of Laguna Niguel Parks and Recreation Department, the Sea County Senior & Community Center offers a variety of amenities, including games, exercise and fitness classes, trips, and special events.
6.2 Miles
100% 31 votes
Movie Theaters 25471 Rancho Niguel Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
The Regency Theater specializes in independent and foreign films, but also showcases many of the new releases. It is a spacious facility that additionally offers numerous snacks and an alcohol bar.
6.2 Miles
95% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 25471 Rancho Niguel Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
Regency Theatres Director's Cut Cinema is a movie theater that offers a rewards program for purchases of movies or concessions. The theatre's auditoriums are available for rent for private meetings.
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