Things to Do with Kids in Monterey, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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32.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 75971 Little Panoche Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Panoche Hills Ecological Reserve provides visitors with outdoor activities such as camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. The valley is a prime spot for rock hounding, stargazing, and wildlife spotting.
32.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Theaters Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Featuring a group of local actors, Fifth Wall Theater Project offers visitors live performances of plays, dramas, and more. The group also hosts city outings with drinks and live music.
32.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Prospect & Park Sts, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Rancho San Justo Sports Complex is approximately 13 acres and features soccer, football and softball fields, basketball courts and a quarter-mile track. Their other amenities include a batting cage and bullpen.
32.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Historic Sites 10001 Watsonville Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Chitactac-Adams County Park is a 4.3 acre park featuring several cultural artifacts, including bedrock mortars and petroglyphs left by the Ohlone Indians. Attractions include a self-guided interpretive walk and an interpretive shelter, as well as the scenic Uvas Creek.
32.5 Miles
95% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 641 McCray Street, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Premiere Cinemas has 10 screens and runs numerous specials throughout the year, like the summer movie series for kids, the cinematic art series and bargain days. Besides popcorn, they also offer healthy snacks like nuts and apples.
32.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
Hiking Trails Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Ewoldsen Trail is a looping trail populated by lush redwoods and a running creek. Hikers will experience several switchbacks through redwood groves and will cross a few bridges on their way through the trail.
32.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2151 Cerra Vista Drive, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
The Cerra Vista School Park offers a variety of attractions for kids and parents, including play areas with tanbark floors, play structures, and an array of swings, basketball hoops, and picnic areas.
32.9 Miles
89% 55 votes
Camping Site 63025 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Situated on the Big Sur coast, Limekiln Beach State Park has plenty of waterfalls, beaches, creeks, and rusted lime kilns to explore. Hikers often run into banana slugs near the trail.
33.0 Miles
17% 35 votes
Movie Theaters 6851 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Platinum Theatres is a movie theater that offers discounted tickets for movie showings before 12pm. The theatre features Stadium Seating, Digital Presentation, 3D movie showings, and is available for birthday parties.
33.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Playgrounds Clearview Street & El Camino de Vida, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
A small, corner park, Clearview Park features grass fields suitable for open-field recreational activities and picnics. The park has playgrounds for both older and younger children, park benches, tables and shade trees.
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