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Fun activities to do with your kids in California

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Some guest authored ideas for fun activities to do with children in California, USA

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Together, family members can create numerous memories. When your kids are growing up, you see them do new things every day, whether learning a new skill or trying their hands at some new sport. As parents, you might have witnessed that time passes by in the blink of an eye; you see your kids developing too fast. 

So, except for spending family time at home, there are other things that you should do with your kids to create fond memories. And when you are living in California, you have access to multiple family activities to bond over. This article mentions some interesting activities for you to do with your kids before they grow up. 

Humpback whale breaching out of the water
Photo by Thomas Kelley on Unsplash

Whale Watching 

California is famous for whale watching around the world. People plan their vacations in California, keeping the best whale-watching season in mind. So, whether you take them out this weekend or in the coming months, we suggest your family must consider getting a long beach whale watching experience. You can contact the respective service providers and ask them about the bookings. You could see different whales during other months of the year. For instance, if you want to witness a blue whale. It is a fun activity because you go on a cruise ship between the oceans to see the largest mammals on earth. The experience is par explanatory. We suggest you should not miss out on this activity. 

Raging Waters 

California has one of the largest water parks in the world. So, if swimming, splashing, and sliding through water are your things, You should plan a visit to raging water parks. Look for the nearest park in your region or plan a 2-day vacation to another city where you can find a nice water park. These parks have water slides, water tides, and thrilling activities that you and your kids will enjoy doing together. All the slides and water areas have security guards. They provide safety suits and tubes to people who do not know how to swim. The slides there splash you into the water, making it a memorable trip. In addition, you will have access to on-site restaurants that serve milkshakes, pizzas, icecreams, etc., to you and your family. 

Golden gate bridge 

The stunning golden gate bridge is a must-visit place with your family. It is a 2-miles long golden gate and is one of the main wonders of the world. You can visit this place to experience breathtaking views over San Francisco Bay and the Pacific ocean. You can walk or cycle through the bridge tail and discuss why this suspension bridge is an engineering marvel. 

The Golden Gate Bridge, California, at sunset
Photo by Varun Yadav on Unsplash

Legoland California

The official Funland in California; the Legoland. It offers you a good day of entertainment, fun, and amusement. It has breathtaking creations of the best buildings in the world. This place has over 50 rides and attractions for you to enjoy with your family. Interestingly, it also offers a masterclass for people who want to learn about lego brick creations. You can take the riverboat cruise to view the attractions, eat food in the restaurants within Legoland, and experience the fun rides. You’d be happy to know that this theme park has activities for everyone, whether you love adrenaline rides or calm and composed sand digging activities. One day at this park will help you create memories for a lifetime.

Disneyland

Many children wish to visit Disneyland because it is a part of their childhood movies. So, why not surprise your family with a one-day trip to Disneyland Resort in California? It has plenty of attractions and character replicas inside the resort. Your children will be happy to meet their favorite characters from the movies, ride on the stunning rides, and eat from themed restaurants. 

San Diego Zoo

A zoo visit with your kids is a must-do. The San Diego zoo is home to more than 650 species and has over 12000 animals. A zoo is the best place to visit if your kids love animals and want to explore their habitat. It offers many attractions such as a guided tour, presentations, and a play area for kids. The exhibits are made to impart more knowledge to your children in interactive and fun ways. 

Final Words 

The state of California has many fun activities and attractions to offer to tourists and locals. So, whether a local or a tourist in California, you can make the best of your vacation time by visiting the places mentioned above.

Children of Wanderlust Administrator
We are Rachel & John, parents from the UK with 4 small children. After persuing separate jobs for many years, including being an experienced science teacher, we have now moved to Spain for a fresh challenge. We have always had a passion for travel and exploration. Nowadays, that means bringing our 4 children, Savannah (9), Aurora (7), Easton (5) and Tiago (3) along with us. This oftens means taking a road trip in our beloved vintage camper, touring all corners of Europe and Morocco. We hope that you enjoy reading about our family adventures all over the world.

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