Things to Do with Kids in Escondido, CA

  • TripBuzz found 267 things to do with kids in or near Escondido, California, including 248 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Poway, Carlsbad and La Jolla.
  • From San Diego Zoo Safari Park to San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, the Escondido area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, Golf and Hiking Trails.
  • California's North County region is home to the city of Escondido. The city, nestled in a valley surrounded by sharp hills, is not far from San Diego. The Escondido Creek cuts the city in half, with a variety of natural vegetation in the area. The city finds itself in both Downtown and Old Escondido, with a taste of both the past and the modern present.
  • TripBuzz found 267 things to do with kids in or near Escondido, California, including 248 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Poway, Carlsbad and La Jolla.
  • From San Diego Zoo Safari Park to San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, the Escondido area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, Golf and Hiking Trails.
  • California's North County region is home to the city of Escondido. The city, nestled in a valley surrounded by sharp hills, is not far from San Diego. The Escondido Creek cuts the city in half, with a variety of natural vegetation in the area. The city finds itself in both Downtown and Old Escondido, with a taste of both the past and the modern present.
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26.6 Miles
- 6 votes
Parks 3180 Bancroft Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91977 MoreLess Info
Family oriented, Lamar Park is a county owned and managed facility. Along with a playground, the park also offers space and equipment (such as a covered pavilion, grills and tables) for picnics and group gatherings.
26.8 Miles
91% 18144 votes
Zoos 2929 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
With new exhibits every year, San Diego Zoo is always getting better. Exhibits include a panda tour, an Australian Outback exhibit, an urban jungle, a lost forest, an Asian passage, and much more.
27.0 Miles
Parks 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Balboa Park is a hub of culture, art, history, entertainment, and vivid experiences. The thriving atmosphere contains attractions such as a zoo, photographic studio, miniature railroad, history, space, and art museums among many other things.
27.0 Miles
57% 517 votes
Natural History Museums 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Featuring rotating exhibits, San Diego Natural History Museum showcases history from Native American culture to prehistoric creatures. The museum displays artifacts like dinosaur fossils and has 3D documentary film showings.
27.0 Miles
71% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 12310 Campo Road, Spring Valley, CA 91978 MoreLess Info
Offering equestrian services, Bright Valley Farms provides visitors with riding lessons in both the traditional English and Western styles of horseback riding. The farm offers birthday party packages that include a group horseback ride.
27.1 Miles
91% 695 votes
Botanical Gardens 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92103 MoreLess Info
A must-see destination in San Diego, the Botanical Building and Lily Pond is one of the most photographed sites in the area. The garden contains more than 2,100 species of plants including tropical plants, ferns, orchids, and season flower displays.
27.4 Miles
97% 68 votes
Gardens 12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, CA 92019 MoreLess Info
At the Water Conservation Garden, guests will be able to visit a butterfly pavilion, a meadow exhibit, a white garden, and an exhibit that features seven different types of turf. The location also offers self-guided visit tours, private guided tours, and special access tours.
27.5 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.
27.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 10050 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91977 MoreLess Info
Located in a private community, Hartfield Park offers many amenities. Along with a clubhouse for social events and gatherings, the park is equipped with basketball courts, an outdoor pool, tennis courts and playground.
27.6 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.
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