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.
A Guide to Cherry Picking in Brentwood for 2023
Brentwood: When to go, where to go, and what to bring on a cherry-picking day trip from the Bay Area.
Bay Area LEGOLAND Discovery Center is Incredible for LEGO Lovers
The LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Milpitas is a really cool indoor playground for all LEGO builders and wannabes, especially those ages 4 to 10.
Robert Livermore Aquatic Center Now Open for 2023 Season
The Robert Livermore Aquatic Center has a lagoon-style play pool, a water play structure, and a 22-foot-long water slide. Perfect for some splash-time fun!
Day Trip Inspiration: Muir Woods with Kids
Muir Woods National Monument -- add it to your Bay Area Bucket List! It's a great day trip option for hiking and earning a junior ...
Best Places in the Bay Area for Camping With Little Kids
Here are our favorite Bay Area places to go tent camping with our little kids -- plus some cabin camping options for good measure.
Day Trip: Sonoma’s TrainTown Railroad
Just 50 minutes from Berkeley, Sonoma's TrainTown offers an introductory amusement park experience. Train enthusiasts will be more than satisfied.
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.
8 All-Abilities Playgrounds Near Oakland
Inclusive playgrounds are designed with innovative features to welcome children of all ages and capabilities. These are within an hour of Oakland.
The Tech Challenge Showcase Returns April 29+30
Kids in grades 4 to 12 are invited to compete in The Tech Challenge in San Jose, in-person this year after 3 years of virtual ...
12 Best Bay Area Science Museums for Kids
The Bay Area has some of the world's best science museums. Play with your kids while learning about science, technology, and nature.
