- TripBuzz found 138 things to do with kids in or near Monterey, California, including 105 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside and Carmel.
- From Bella Monterey Bay to Monterey Bay Whale Watch, the Monterey area offers 76 different types of family activities, including: Whale Watching Tours, Piers & Boardwalks, Walking Trails and Theaters.
- A thriving affluent residential and tourist community along California's central coast is the city of Monterey. Known for it charming homes and peaceful beach town atmosphere, the city draws thousands of visitors each year. It's pleasant temperatures make outdoor recreation a primary draw allowing patrons to enjoy the local marine life, boating and strolling along the historic Cannery Row.
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14.3 Miles
95%
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The Farm
Hwy 68 off the Spreckels Road Exit, P.O. Box 247, Salinas, CA 93902
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The Farm, located in Salinas, is a working farm that also operates as an agricultural center, educational demonstration farm and produce stand. The farm allows adults and kids to pick their own produce, visit with the animals and tour the grounds.
14.6 Miles
An entertainment center, Chuck E. Cheese's features arcade and skill games, a toddler area and children's rides. The center also provides a venue for private events and parties, a live stage show and a concession area with food and drinks.
14.8 Miles
Featuring a large swimming pool with designated lap swimming lanes, a shallow area for kids, and a diving well, the Salinas Aquatic Center offers swimming lessons for students of all ages.
15.0 Miles
Wild Things is a exotic animal facility dedicated to providing a sanctuary for animals that are used in the film and production industry. The facility, open for tours throughout the year, has adopted many neglected or abused animals, giving them a safe home.
15.0 Miles
Featuring a stadium that can accommodate up to 17000 guests, the Salinas Sports Complex hosts a wide variety of events, including rodeos, soccer games, rugby matches, and an array of concerts.
15.1 Miles
83%
6 votes
1 Maryal Drive, Salinas, CA 93906
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Carefully designed to be accessible to all children, regardless of challenges or disabilities, Tatum's Garden Fully Inclusive Accessible Playground features a variety of amenities, including swings, climbing areas, see saws, and other equipment.
15.2 Miles
33%
21 votes
350 Northrdge Shppng Ctr, Salinas, CA 93906
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Offering first-run feature films, Century 14 Northridge Mall Cinemas utilizes digital projection, high frame rate video and RealD 3D. The theater provides a snack bar with food and drinks, arcade game machines and all stadium seating.
16.0 Miles
The historic Old Coast Road begins in Monterey and officially ends in Morro Bay. It is a popular scenic driving route for those wanting to see the variations along the coast and has recently become an adventurous biking trail.
16.1 Miles
El Dorado Park is a public neighborhood park offering a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include softball fields, basketball courts, and a jogging trail around the park.
19.6 Miles
Monterey Bay Equestrian Center offers a selection of equestrian services. The center provides horseback riding tours along the shoreline as well as romantic horse drawn carriage rides for special occasions.