Things to Do with Kids in El Cajon, CA

  • TripBuzz found 256 things to do with kids in or near El Cajon, California, including 239 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, San Diego, Poway and Chula Vista.
  • From Play Town to Canyon Raceway, the El Cajon area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (All Ages) and Amusement Parks (Kids).
  • Known as the 'Big Box,' El Cajon is nestled in the mountains. This settling in the valleys of San Diego County, California is located near San Diego and La Mesa. This largely populated area provides a warm climate for citizens and visitors. The famed San Diego Trolley runs through the city and the many adventures that El Cajon has to offer.
  • TripBuzz found 256 things to do with kids in or near El Cajon, California, including 239 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, San Diego, Poway and Chula Vista.
  • From Play Town to Canyon Raceway, the El Cajon area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (All Ages) and Amusement Parks (Kids).
  • Known as the 'Big Box,' El Cajon is nestled in the mountains. This settling in the valleys of San Diego County, California is located near San Diego and La Mesa. This largely populated area provides a warm climate for citizens and visitors. The famed San Diego Trolley runs through the city and the many adventures that El Cajon has to offer.
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Long-running, family-owned Italian restaurant serves up specialty lasagna, house-made pastas, and sandwiches on freshly baked bread
1.0 Miles
69% 78 votes
Amusement Parks (Kids) 858 Jackman Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Play Town is a recreational indoor playground that supports activities including face painting, party games, balloons, and tattooing. The facility is available for birthday parties and has a maximum capacity of 100 people.
5.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Go Karts 14039 Ridge Hill Road, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Car and racing enthusiasts may enjoy spending the day at Canyon Raceway, a go-kart park. Along with a slick track, the park provides only motor cars for racing. Consequently, the track requires some training and/or driving experience.
1.3 Miles
47% 85 votes
Bowling 1280 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
A 68-lane bowling center, Parkway Bowl offers open and league bowling along with a laser tag arena. The center provides automatic scoring and bumpers, food and drinks, billiard tables, arcade games, private event hosting and a full bar.
1.7 Miles
Skating Rinks 165 Denny Way, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Skate San Diego is a roller skating rink that offers open, public skating as well as roller hockey league play for both youth and adult players. The rink also hosts sprung hockey, and is home to the Tron Hosers team.
8.5 Miles
96% 28 votes
Farms & Ranches 15602 Olde Highway 80, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Summers Past Farms is a privately owned herbal garden, gift shop and nursery. The grounds are well manicured and certified as a wildlife habitat. A Sweet Pea maze is featured and allows guests to walk amongst the blooms.
4.0 Miles
84% 100 votes
Movie Theaters 2951 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 15 auditoriums, Edwards Rancho San Diego Stadium 15 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
1.2 Miles
80% 51 votes
Dog Park 1153 E Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Situated on 1.4 acres, Wells Park Dog Park offers fields of grass and gravel used for canine recreation and exercise. The park provides drinking water, benches, dog waste bags, shade trees and a separate small dog area.
2.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Military Museums 1905 N. Marshall Ave, Hangar 6, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Supported by volunteers, Air Group One - Commemorative Air Force Museum focuses on World War II and also includes exhibits featuring other wars. The museum offers artwork, photographs, uniforms, model aircraft, medals and patches.
4.2 Miles
69% 13 votes
Parks 16005 Hilton Head Road, El Cajon, CA 92019 MoreLess Info
Situated on 10 acres, Hilton Head County Park features a pirate-themed water play area along with basketball courts and a field suitable for baseball, soccer and football. The park provides exercise stations, a playground, picnic facilities and shaded areas.
2.5 Miles
67% 9 votes
Parks 1675 E Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92019 MoreLess Info
Located on ten acres, Kennedy Park features a baseball field, a multi-use sports field and a skate park suitable for skateboards, bicycles and in-line skates. The park provides picnic areas, a playground, walking paths and shaded areas.
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