- 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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Views of the ocean and access to a mile and a half of sandy beach and tidepools are offered at Spyglass Park, which is spread along 4.5 acres. Facilities at the park include a children's playground, an open play grass space, and picnic tables.
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With plenty of benches, a separate area for large and small dogs, and an escape-proof entry, Barkin Park is a safe an convenient way to make sure dogs are getting their exercise.
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Situated on the Santa Ynez River, River Park provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, picnics, horseshoe, and volleyball. The park also features a 35 spot RV campground and 4 picnic pavilions.
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With panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Ebb Tide Park offers visitors a beach for swimming and grass areas for general recreation. The beach is surrounded by cliffs where visitors can enjoy a picnic or simply take in the views.
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River Park Paintball provides an affordable, fun atmosphere with a friendly staff that welcomes players who are ready to compete against one another in a paintball fight. Birthday parties, private parties, and special events can also be booked.
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The Lompoc Aquatic Center is a large indoor recreation complex that features a pool with lap swim area, diving area, and shallow play area, as well as a play structure.
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The Artesia School Museum is a fully restored, historic one-room schoolhouse. It was used from 1876 to 1961 and saw students from first to eighth grades attend at the same time.
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Founded in 1964, the Lompoc Valley Historical Society is an organization with the mission to provide a repository for documents and historical artifacts of Lompoc Valley. The society manages the Carriage House and the Blacksmith Shop.
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Many California native plants like sea rocket, saltbush and verbena grow within the boundaries of Jalama Beach County Park. In addition to picnic and camping areas, the park's coastline is a popular spot for fishing, surfing and swimming.
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Established in 1969, the Lompoc Museum exhibits document the archeology and history of the Lompoc Valley and Santa Barbara County. Patrons can view vintage photos and relics. There is also 19th century furniture and clothing on display.