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San Diego Area Theme Parks[]
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01: Sea World San Diego | Mission Bay | Facebook |
Aquatic shows, aquariums and the largest roller coasters in the county. Download their app for info on gate times, show times, discounts, and VIP Events |
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02: LEGOLAND California | Carlsbad | Facebook |
Theme park rides, shows & waterpark. Download their app for info on gate times, show times, discounts, and VIP Events. Best for kids 3-11. |
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03: Sesame Place San Diego AKA: Aquatica San Diego |
Chula Vista | Facebook |
Best for pre-school children - theme park and water park attractions. |
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04: Boomers Vista | Vista | Facebook |
Family fun for all! Bumper boats, laser tag, go-karts, mini-golf, batting cages, giant arcade room. |
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05: Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures | Santa Ysabel | Facebook |
Fort Cross is a family farm, with hands-on outdoor education for all ages! Originally centered around living history, we now also offer programs and private events that involve music, art, survival skills, team building, and agriculture workshops. |
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06: Belmont Park | Mission Beach | Facebook |
Founded in 1925. Seek thrills, chase some chill, and let play be the only plan for the day in SoCal’s most legendary amusement park. |
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07: K-1 Speedway | 1-Carlsbad 2-Chula Vista (new) 3-Barrio Logan |
Arrive & Drive racing allows individuals to come in anytime, without a reservation, and race in our high-performance all-electric karts. | |
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08: The Wave Waterpark Seasonal: May-Sep |
Vista | Facebook |
This family-friendly aquatic destination features thrilling water slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool. It provides a fun-filled experience and a lively hub for summer recreation. |
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09: Inflatable World Seasonal: Mar-Oct |
Mission Valley | Facebook |
Located at Westfield Mission Valley Mall - a variety of inflatable attractions, such as slides, obstacle courses, and bounce houses, offering a dynamic and exciting environment for children and families to enjoy active play and energetic fun. |
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10: Chula Vista Live Steamers | Chula Vista | a group of people interested in building and operating scale models of live steam machinery. |
Escape Rooms[]
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01: Escapology Escape Rooms | Carlsbad | a 60-minute immersive adventure to make this year extra-memorable. "Scooby-Doo and the Spooky Castle Adventure - Kids Mode" is designed just for kids - but there are 9 other adventures to choose from. | |
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02: Red Door Escape Room | Encinitas Temecula |
These Quests are not your typical Escape Rooms! We’ve combined modern technology with newly designed puzzles to take your adventure to a whole new level! Our single-room, fast-paced experiences are filled with hidden surprises you won’t find anywhere else! Get ready, you’ve only got 45 minutes! |
Seasonal Amusement Parks / Fairs[]
| Venue | Community | Social Media Events | Notes | |
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| JUNE | 01:San Diego County Fair | Del Mar | Facebook |
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| MARCH | 02:California Mid-Winter Fair | Imperial CA | Facebook |
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| JUL / AUG | 03:Orange County Fair | Costa Mesa | ||
| MAY | 04:Los Angeles County Fair | Pomona | ||
| OCT | 05:Southern California Fair | Lake Perris |
Orange County Area Theme Parks[]
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01: Disneyland 02: California Adventure 03: Downtown Disney |
Anaheim | Facebook |
Disneyland California is a magical kingdom where kids can meet beloved characters, ride thrilling attractions, and explore enchanting lands like Fantasyland and Adventureland. With parades, fireworks, and endless fun, it's a dream come true for children of all ages. |
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04: Knott's Berry Farm | Buena Park | Facebook |
Knott's Berry Farm is a thrilling amusement park where kids can enjoy exciting rides, meet Snoopy and friends in Camp Snoopy, and indulge in delicious treats like boysenberry ice cream. With shows, games, and adventures, it's a berry good time for the whole family! |
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05: Wild Rivers Waterpark Grand Reopening: July 2022 Seasonal: June-August | Irvine | Facebook Instagram | A splash-tastic paradise for kids, featuring thrilling water slides, lazy rivers, and splash zones. With colorful attractions, wave pools, and water play areas, it's a wet and wild adventure where children can make unforgettable summer memories. |
| 06:Adventure City | Anaheim CA | The little theme park that's big on family fun. | ||
| 07:Great Wolf Lodge | Garden Grove CA | Water Park and Fun | ||
| 08:Pirate's Dinner Adventure | Buena Park CA | Mutiny, Romance, live theater, food, and fun for the whole family. | ||
| 09:The Discovery Cube | Santa Ana CA | immersive & educational children's museum with science exhibits. | ||
| 10:Irvine Park Railroad | Lake Irvine |
See Also:[]
- San Diego 1000 Attractions for Kids - Main Menu]
- Theme Parks (35)
- Kid Experiences
- Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Parks (21)
- Museums
- Historic Sites
- Nature Centers & Gardens
- Cultural Centers
- Theater
- Indoor Play Centers (25)
- Outdoors: Campgrounds
- Outdoors: Trails
- Outdoors: Summer Camp
- Seasonal Attractions
- Scouting
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