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.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord, a Mega Waterpark in the East Bay
Hurricane Harbor Concord is a giant water park for thrill-seekers and kids who love to splash. Lazy river. Children's sprayground for small people. Open for ...
Epic Playdate Idea: ResortPass or Swimply for Pool Access
How to arrange a staycation, a day spent by a hotel pool within an hour or so of home.
East Bay Fireworks & Other Fourth of July Events
Parades, drone shows, flags, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all.
Best Bay Area Beaches You Can Visit Today
Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or day trip. Here are 15 of our favorites within two hours of Oakland with tips ...
Kayaking with Kids Near Oakland
Kayaking can be an easy and enjoyable way for your family to enjoy the Bay waters. Here are places that can get you out on ...
19+ Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth With Kids
Celebrate Juneteenth, June 19th, with community gatherings, great meals, lively music, and cultural celebrations. Or a little of everything.
EARTHseed Farm U-Pick Apples & Furry Pigs in Sebastopol
EARTHseed Farm is a cute organic farm just past the quaint town of Graton. My family spent a lovely morning there picking apples and more!
Apple-A-Day Ratzlaff Ranch U-Pick Apples
Apple picking time is here! So don your flannels and boots and pack up the kiddos for a good old-fashioned day of apple picking in ...
A Memorable Day Apple Picking at Chileno Valley Ranch
Chileno Valley Ranch in Petaluma is a picturesque place to pick apples with kids -- only an hour drive north of Oakland.
Fun Factory Tours in the Bay Area with Kids
Go behind the scenes at some of your favorite Bay Area companies to see how things are made!
