Outdoor spots to take kids after — or during — a rainy day in the East Bay.
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.
Hike to pancake breakfast at West Point Inn
Pancake hike was totally worth it! I tried to savor the perfect weather, these sweet children, and the epic view because I may never get to do that again.
A Guide to Cherry Picking in Brentwood
Brentwood: When to go, where to go, and what to bring on a cherry picking day trip from the Bay Area.
Bay Area Maker Faire May 17-19 in San Mateo (save 20%)
If you are a crafter, builder, or tinkerer, this event is for you and your curious kids. The Bay Area Maker Faire is unforgettable fun.
Special time with your kid: 10 sibling-free outings
Leave the siblings at home. Anywhere you go together can be special. Here are 10 fantastic places to take your child for one-on-one time.
Day Trip: Sonoma Farm Crawl – Spring Tour Apr 27 + 28
Customize your own tour of the farms of Sonoma County with access to an interactive map and dozens of special activities scheduled for the weekend.
Bay Area staycation guide: 12 things to do during spring break
How many of these day trips and adventures for grade school-age children can you squeeze into one week of your Bay Area staycation?
Chocolate and Chalk Art Festival
The sidewalks in the Gourmet Ghetto will be bursting with color during the CHOCOLATE & CHALK ART FESTIVAL on Saturday, August 24.
Favorite Bay Area science museums
The Bay Area has some of the world’s best science museums. Play with your kids while learning about science, technology, and nature.
Ticket Alert: Easter Egg Hunt and a real train!
Easter Bunny, egg hunt, and steam train ride through the redwoods! Just, wow. Buy tickets now for one of six available train rides.
