Things to Do with Kids in Santa Maria, CA

  • TripBuzz found 54 things to do with kids in or near Santa Maria, California, including 36 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pismo Beach, Lompoc, San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos.
  • From Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum to Rancho Bowl, the Santa Maria area offers 57 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • Located on California's Central Coast is the city of Santa Maria. Known for its wineries and exceptional BBQ cuisine, the city is a popular tourism destination as well as being the most populated city in Santa Barbara County with over 100,000 residents. The city is also one of the most frequently used cities in the state for major motion picture filming, including films such as Sideways and The Rocketeer.
  • TripBuzz found 54 things to do with kids in or near Santa Maria, California, including 36 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pismo Beach, Lompoc, San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos.
  • From Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum to Rancho Bowl, the Santa Maria area offers 57 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • Located on California's Central Coast is the city of Santa Maria. Known for its wineries and exceptional BBQ cuisine, the city is a popular tourism destination as well as being the most populated city in Santa Barbara County with over 100,000 residents. The city is also one of the most frequently used cities in the state for major motion picture filming, including films such as Sideways and The Rocketeer.
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48.8 Miles
86% 28 votes
Children's Museums 623 13 St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 MoreLess Info
Most attractions in Paso Robles cater to adults. The Children's Museum at the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse is a good find-- a lot of interesting things here to keep the kids happy.
49.0 Miles
89% 81 votes
Farms & Ranches 598 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
The Fairview Gardens in Goleta, California is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to urban farming and agriculture appreciation. It hosts a variety of programs for kids, teens and adults. Free self-guided tours are available without a reservation, and large groups may reserve guided tours.
49.1 Miles
100% 9 votes
Hiking Trails West Camino Cielo Road, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Actually a mazelike network of hiking trails, Lizards Mouth Trail is a scenic place to hike, rock climb, rock hop, and take in scenic views of a distinctive landscape. The trails are also good places to walk dogs.
49.2 Miles
- 3 votes
Movie Theaters 225 N Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with three auditoriums, Fairview Theatre displays first-run feature films with all digital projection and sound. The theater also offers stadium seating and 3D movies as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
49.3 Miles
82% 125 votes
Water Parks 2301 Airport Rd, Paso Robles, CA MoreLess Info
Ravine Waterpark is a waterpark that offers several special activities each year. For example, they offer a summer day camp, a cardboard boat regatta, and a mud run each year.
49.4 Miles
76% 87 votes
Bowling 5925 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
At Zodo's – Bowling and Beyond, visitors can take advantage of glow bowling and lunch 'n bowl specials. The location also offers access to an arcade, a pro shop, and a tap house and grill.
49.7 Miles
89% 9 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Protecting a wide variety of estuarine and coastal habitats, the Coal Oil Point Natural Reserve is located adjacent to Santa Barbara. It provides research and teaching resource.
49.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails Gaviota Park Boundary Road, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
At 6 miles round trip, Gaviota Peak Trail offers visitors a challenging hike through a scenic meadow hillside. At the summit, visitors receive panoramic views of the surrounding valley and distant views of the Pacific Ocean.
49.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bay Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of 6 miles, Goleta Point is a peninsula that offers visitors the opportunity to experience picturesque views of the coastline. Visitors commonly enjoy hiking the surrounding area and viewing the many ecosystems native to the peninsula.
49.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Hiking Trails Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Near the beginning of the Lost Valley Trail, there is a small creek that is usually filled with water. The trail progressively grows steeper as it climbs up the mountain. Many beautiful rock formations can be seen from the trail.
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