Free & Cheap Things to Do with Kids
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San Diego Waterfront
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Waterfront Park
Park with fountains, lawns & a play area. Public park featuring spray fountains, grassy areas & lots of play equipment for kids.
Coronado Ferry Center
Shopping mall with waterfront views. Waterfront shopping center with art galleries, apparel retailers, fine dining & casual eateries.
Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum
Bonsai trees, koi ponds & garden tours. Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, garden tours & more.
Fleet Science Center
Hands-on exhibits & an IMAX theater. Educational center with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, an IMAX theater & interactive displays.
San Diego Natural History Museum
Big, comprehensive science museum. Large natural history museum with rotating displays on animals, dinosaurs & earth science.
Desert Garden
Scenic park with a variety of cacti. Various cacti bloom in this unique, scenic garden with several trails for walking.
Harbor Island Park
Bay views, a bike route & a walking path. Tranquil public park overlooking the bay with a shoreline path for walkers & a route for bicyclists.
Old Trolley Barn Park
City park with a playground. City park on the site of an old streetcar barn, offering a playground & summertime concerts.
Old Town San Diego
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Kimball Park
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Mission Bay Park
Bustling area for oceanside activities. Vast bayside spot popular for sand & surf sports, sunbathing, boats, picnics & dog-friendly beaches.
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
Rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean. Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.
Stairs to lookout on Sunset Cliffs
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Living Coast Discovery Center
Exhibits on stingrays, turtles & sharks. Interactive center focuses on animals native to the San Diego Bay such as stingrays & sea turtles.
Chula Vista Bayside Park
Waterfront strip with paths & a pier. Public greenway with paved walking trails, a fishing pier & picnic tables, plus bay & city views.
Mission Beach Boardwalk
Bustling promenade with ocean vistas. Longtime beachfront boardwalk featuring shops, an old-school amusement park & ocean activities.
Chula Vista Bayfront Park
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Pacific Beach
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Music Lessons & Performing Arts Programs
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Best Places for Birthday Parties
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Best Kids Camps & Summer Programs
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Best Sports & Fitness Activities for Kids
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Best Theaters & Live Shows for Kids
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Things to Do with Toddlers
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Best Indoor Play Areas for Kids
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Language Classes for Children
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Top Public Schools & School Districts
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Top Private Schools for Kids
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Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails & Nature Walks
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Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes
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Best Tutoring Centers & Academic Support
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Best Camping Spots & Outdoor Adventures
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Top Amusement Parks & Fun Centers
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Best Museums & Educational Spots for Kids
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Best Family-Friendly Attractions
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Things to Do with Kids at Night
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Unique & Hidden Gem Activities for Families
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Best After-School Programs & Activities
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Best Parks for Outdoor Fun
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Best Water Parks & Splash Pads
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Best Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Encounters
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Best Science Centers & Discovery Zones
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Best Sports Leagues & Youth Athletics
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