Day Trips
There are so many places to go when you have the day to explore the Bay Area with a family. Here are a few hundred terrific ideas with places to play and eat while you’re away on your adventurous day trips with kids.
Ticket Alert: East Bay Polar Express: Niles Canyon Train of Lights (2023)
Set your calendar alerts. Niles Canyon Railway plans to release tickets for their popular Train of Lights event for the 2023 Holiday season on October 7.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
Pomegranate Picking in the East Bay
It is pomegranate picking season and you can head out to a Bay Area farm and pick with your children for a terrific autumn outing.
Half-Day Trip to CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point
CuriOdyssey is a science playground and zoo in San Mateo. With engaging exhibits and beautiful views, it’s a fave of many Bay Area families.
Kids Boo Fest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is Scare-Free
Families at Six Flags’ BooFest can expect a Crazy Hay Maze, Pumpkin Painting, Kids Costume Contest, Kids Scream Contest, & Trick or Treat Trail.
Holiday Train Rides Around the Bay Area
All aboard the Polar Express! Here are a few magical holiday train rides for Bay Area families, some of which will sell out quickly.
Apple Picking with Children Near the Bay Area
Apple-picking season is upon us. Here are a few U-pick options and Bay Area apple orchards worth a visit with your family. Always, call first!
Book Now: Magical Christmas Train in Sacramento
Tickets are now available for the Magical Christmas Train by River Fox out of West Sacramento. It will be lots of holiday fun.
Book Now: Napa Valley Santa Train Jolly Journeys
Tickets are on sale now. Modeled after the Polar Express, Santa Train passengers take a 90-minute round trip train ride up to the “North Pole” to receive a small gift and treats.
Ticket Alert: Sacramento’s Polar Express (2023)
Don’t miss your chance to purchase tickets to the Polar Express train in Old Town Sacramento. Be a member by 8/31/23 for presale access.
