Things to Do with Kids in San Diego, CA

  • TripBuzz found 254 things to do with kids in or near San Diego, California, including 229 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Poway, Chula Vista and La Jolla.
  • From Willis Brothers Surfing to Pacific Surf School, the San Diego area offers 87 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Surfing Lessons and Parks.
  • One of California's most famous cities is the city of San Diego. One of the state's southernmost cities it is a popular tourist destination, as well as thriving as an ever-growing business and residential community. Beach side homes line the cities many beaches, as do eclectic shops, diverse eateries and art venues. It's most famous attractions include Sea World, Balboa Park and Qualcomm Stadium, home of the San Diego Chargers.
  • TripBuzz found 254 things to do with kids in or near San Diego, California, including 229 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Poway, Chula Vista and La Jolla.
  • From Willis Brothers Surfing to Pacific Surf School, the San Diego area offers 87 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Surfing Lessons and Parks.
  • One of California's most famous cities is the city of San Diego. One of the state's southernmost cities it is a popular tourist destination, as well as thriving as an ever-growing business and residential community. Beach side homes line the cities many beaches, as do eclectic shops, diverse eateries and art venues. It's most famous attractions include Sea World, Balboa Park and Qualcomm Stadium, home of the San Diego Chargers.
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0.0 Miles
Low-impact paintball in a 40,000 square foot San Diego warehouse
6.7 Miles
100% 125 votes
Surfing Lessons 3792 Mt. Aladin, San Diego, CA 92111 MoreLess Info
Willis Brothers Surfing offers both group and private lesson sessions for aspiring surfers that wish to improve their skills. The location also hosts parties and special events for those who wish to make learning to surf a special occasion.
7.1 Miles
96% 648 votes
Surfing Lessons 707 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego, CA 92109 MoreLess Info
Pacific Surf School offers private lessons, semi-private and group lessons, and day surf and overnight surf camps. Not only can students also learn the art of standup paddling, but the business also offers surfing adventures.
1.5 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.
0.6 Miles
92% 3631 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 100 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
A truly beautiful baseball stadium, Petco Park highlights the sea, sky, and natural beauty of San Diego. Fans enjoy many amenities to suit every style and budget at the Padres game.
6.7 Miles
87% 1912 votes
Beaches Mission Boulevard at Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109 MoreLess Info
With a unique SoCal vibe, Mission Beach is called the west coast's Atlantic City. The area has hot dog stands, surfing, plenty of clean sand, street performance, and a lively night scene.
5.2 Miles
40% 610 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 9449 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92108 MoreLess Info
One of Southern California's most prominent sports arenas, and a large tourist destination in San Diego, is Qualcomm Stadium. The stadium, home to the San Diego Chargers, also features the annual Holiday Bowl and Poinsettia Bowl.
0.8 Miles
Military Museums 910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Experience a city at sea at the USS Midway Museum. Visitors can spend an entire day walking among the numerous exhibits on a self guided tour narrated by some of the nations bravest sailors.
1.3 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.
5.7 Miles
96% 1196 votes
Parks 1253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Extending 1.5 miles along the peninsula of Point Loma, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is one of the most beautiful places in California. Visitors and hikers will enjoy the ocean views, cliff faces, and numerous caves.
3.4 Miles
84% 2768 votes
National & State Parks San Diego Avenue at Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Commemorating the history of San Diego, Old Town San Diego Historic Park features a mix of preserved historic buildings and a variety of small museums. It also features restaurants and souvenir shops.
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