Things to Do with Kids in La Mesa, CA

  • TripBuzz found 263 things to do with kids in or near La Mesa, California, including 231 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Diego, Poway, Chula Vista and La Jolla.
  • From Lake Murray to La Mesa Municipal Pool, the La Mesa area offers 88 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Arts & Crafts Classes, Theaters and Playgrounds.
  • Visitors can board a local San Diego Trolley to visit La Mesa, California, one of the few cities served by the trolley line. While in town visitors can shop the local antique mall or the more upscale and modern Grossmont Center, afterwards grabbing a bite to eat at the charming Trolley Stop Deli or one of the many other dining options.
  • TripBuzz found 263 things to do with kids in or near La Mesa, California, including 231 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Diego, Poway, Chula Vista and La Jolla.
  • From Lake Murray to La Mesa Municipal Pool, the La Mesa area offers 88 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Arts & Crafts Classes, Theaters and Playgrounds.
  • Visitors can board a local San Diego Trolley to visit La Mesa, California, one of the few cities served by the trolley line. While in town visitors can shop the local antique mall or the more upscale and modern Grossmont Center, afterwards grabbing a bite to eat at the charming Trolley Stop Deli or one of the many other dining options.
Showing 311-320 of 400
29.9 Miles
68% 109 votes
Water Parks 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
Legoland Water Park provides an array of entertainment. They offer over 60 rides, attractions and shows for exploration and entertainment and multiple hands on activities. In addition, the park offers two water parks for aquatics play and sea life aquarium.
30.0 Miles
92% 700 votes
Parks 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92009 MoreLess Info
Carlsbad's Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park is a 27-acre space tucked into a scenic canyon. The park is open Tuesday through Sundayand is closed on national holidays. It is a popular spot for walking, jogging, hiking and relaxing. Dogs are not allowed.
30.1 Miles
93% 1090 votes
Music Museums 5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the history of music and the music industry, the Museum of Making Music is a must-see attraction for lovers of the arts and pop culture enthusiasts. Located in Carlsbad, California, the museum is open throughout the year on every day except Mondays.
30.1 Miles
88% 17 votes
Parks 1601 Shadowridge Drive, Vista, CA 92081 MoreLess Info
A small, quiet park, Buena Vista park features a duck pond and multiple hiking trails. Visitors can view wildlife, use picnic facilities, and walk or bike on trails of varying widths and difficulty levels.
31.0 Miles
90% 10 votes
Horseback Riding 3154 Lady Bug Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069 MoreLess Info
A training venue for horseback riding, Liz Bolton Stables specializes in saddleseat riding. With advanced classes and instruction, some students from this stable have even become riding competitors. The stable also leases horses for special events.
31.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Paddleboarding 4500 Bayshore Drive, Carlsbad, CA MoreLess Info
Aloha Stand Up Paddle offers tradition surf and paddleboard lessons. But what's more, they have a photographer who takes action shots of surfers.
31.2 Miles
100% 29 votes
Paddleboarding 4700 Bayshore Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
West Coast Stand Up Paddle takes trips to regional lakes for paddleboard lessons. They claim that they can teach almost anyone to paddleboard.
31.6 Miles
92% 132 votes
Parks 4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
William Heise State Park covers 929 acres and has on its site 103 campsites, two playgrounds, and wilderness cabins, among others. Wildlife and bird watchers have plenty of opportunities of spotting the local fauna.
31.6 Miles
36% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 3485 N Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 MoreLess Info
Camulos Farm offers a wide range of services for both horse and rider. Camulos provides lessons and amenities for beginners to the most advanced riders and features BBQ's and Barn Days for all patrons.
31.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
Farms & Ranches 17550 Harrison Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
Kenner Horse Ranch offers horseback rides for one to two hours, either on the trails of their 200 acre ranch or elsewhere during multi-day riding trips. Deer, bobcats, turkeys, hawks and owls can be spotted on their ranch.
Showing 311-320 of 400
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE La Mesa AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!