- TripBuzz found 232 things to do with kids in or near San Marcos, California, including 215 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poway, Carlsbad, La Jolla and Santee.
- From Invasion Laser Tag to Liz Bolton Stables, the San Marcos area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Dog Park, Golf and Horseback Riding.
- Situated along Lake San Marcos, the city of San Marcos, California is an inland city in the states southern region. A tourist destination for lake activities and local attractions, its also popular for it's close proximity to beachside cities such as Carlsbad and Encinitas. The city is known for serving up some of the best cuisine in the county along Old California Restaurant Row.
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Located at the Ocean Institute, The Pilgrim is a full-size replica of the ship that was featured in Richard Henry Dana, Jr.'s Two Years Before the Mast. The location hosts theatrical and musical performances during the summer season.
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31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Featuring performing arts acts, Camino Real Playhouse is a community theater that hosts a variety of musicals and acting workshops. On Saturdays, the playhouse hosts stand up comedy with local comedians.
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Heritage Park lies along the ocean shore, sitting atop a small bluff and offering scenic views along with picnic areas. The park also features a dog park area and hosts a summer concert series each year.
37.9 Miles
26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates the early culture of Orange County, California and the Native American inhabitants. The mission offers guided tours and hands-on activities that include basket weaving, koi feedings, adobe brick making and gold panning.
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31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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A favorite Southern Destination for families and children is the ZOOMARS Petting Zoo. The petting zoo features a train ride and gold planning and is home to a wide array of farm animals including ponies, sheep and goats.
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Built in the late 1800's the O'Neill Museum is a historic piece of San Juan Capistrano history. The house museum acts as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society Headquarters and houses the towns prominent documents, maps, photos and more.
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A cinema multiplex with a number of amenities, Regency Theatres in San Juan Capistrano is most notable for Rick's Cafe, a bar and restaurant on the premises. It shows first-run movies and offers specials and matinees.
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San Juan Creek Trail is a multi-use hiking and biking trail open year round. The 6 mile trail offers both paved and more challenging dirt paths with hills and variable terrain, and runs past the town and alongside beachfront areas.
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24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
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Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari is located in Southern California, where there are more dolphins and blue whales than anywhere else. Use the eye-to-eye viewing pod to go under water during the whale watch without getting wet.
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At Lake Elsinore, visitors can explore a 3,000 acre lake by jet ski, boat, and kayak. The lake has several public beaches with picnic areas, as well as several trails that circle it.