San Francisco

There are some epic San Francisco places and activities that are great for East Bay families and totally worth the trek. We’ve rounded up some favorite playgrounds, parks, beaches (all free!) plus tons of other activities for families visiting San Francisco.

Best Kid-Friendly San Francisco Places

Willie Woo Woo Wong Playground

8 San Francisco Playgrounds Worth the Trip

Salesforce Park: Free Gondola Ride and Play Area

Salesforce Park: Free Gondola Ride and Play Area

two adults and a child walking through a large tunnel at OMCA

How to Get in FREE to Dozens of Bay Area Museums, Science Centers, + Gardens

Powell Mason Line Cable Car

Riding San Francisco Iconic Cable Cars With Kids

SF Zoo penguin island

San Francisco Zoo: A Guide for Families

family riding the san francisco bay ferry

Taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry With Kids

Alcatraz Ferry View

Visit Alcatraz With Kids

Upcoming Events for Families in San Francisco

Saturday, September 20, 2025

10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Muni Heritage Weekend @ San Francisco Railway Museum, San Francisco
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Cinema on the Square: Big Hero 6 @ Union Square, San Francisco

Sunday, September 21, 2025

10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Muni Heritage Weekend @ San Francisco Railway Museum, San Francisco

Monday, September 22, 2025

7:30 am – 9:00 am: Free Admission Hours @ San Francisco Botanical Garden, San Francisco

Thursday, September 25, 2025

7:30 am – 9:00 am: Free Admission Hours @ San Francisco Botanical Garden, San Francisco

Saturday, September 27, 2025

11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Autumn Moon Festival @ San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco

More Family-Friendly SF Stuff to Know

Meet The Village Retreat Center in San Francisco for New Parents

Located on a quiet floor of the Fairmont Hotel, receive doula care, lactation support, massages, and calm,

Hot Wheels Monster Truck Glow Party Tiger Truck Monster Truck crushing cars

Ticket Alert Aug 5-6: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

Don't miss Chase Center's Hot Wheels Monster Truck Glow Party! Kids can see enormous versions of their toy cars do exciting stunts.

Alcatraz Ferry View

Visit Alcatraz With Kids

Alcatraz is a lot of fun with kids -- when your kids are the right age -- here are my best tips for Alcatraz with ...

Child climbing tree

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.

Child mini golfs at indoor course

Best Mini Golf Courses in East Bay and Beyond

We rounded up the most entertaining and creative creatives for a family mini golf outing in the East Bay and beyond.

Bart Train at West Oakland Station

Best BARTable Play for Toddlers

Riding BART can be a real treat for train-loving toddlers. Here is a handful of mostly free BART-friendly destinations for toddlers and their parents.

Child hikes in San Francisco

Choose Your Adventure at Lands End: A San Francisco Hiking Destination

Come to Lands End to hike, but stay for the beautiful views and exploration. Put this San Francisco destination on your "Places to Visit" list.

child's view of the symphony

Taking Your Kids to San Francisco Symphony

Through dance, rhythm, and storytelling, the concert makes classical music feel alive and exciting for young audiences.

Child riding carousel at Children's Fairyland

Where to Ride a Carousel in the East Bay

For classic childhood fun, we rounded up 12 carousels to ride in the East Bay and beyond.

Aquarium of the Bay shark tunnel

Play Tourist at San Francisco’s Aquarium of the Bay & Pier 39

Aquarium of the Bay at SF Pier 39 for a fun day trip that's all about sea creatures and the waters of the Bay. Oakland ...

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9:00 AM - Montclair Village Farmers' Market

10:00 AM - Historic Days at Ardenwood

10:00 AM - Family Crafting

10:30 AM - Sunday Storytime

10:30 AM - Creating Cordage Bracelets

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

10:00 AM - Crab Cove Open House

11:00 AM - Tilden Stream Train

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Itty Bitty Storytime

10:00 AM - Trails and Tales

10:00 AM - WildCare's Ambassador Zone

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10:00 AM - Free Admission Day

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Toddler Time at the Farm

10:30 AM - Sing N Storytime

10:30 AM - Storytime for Littles

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Play Pals Drop-In Group

10:00 AM - Play Cafe

10:00 AM - Toddler Time Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

9:00 AM - Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under)

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Bilingual Baby Bounce

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9:00 AM - Kid's Workshop: Crop Duster

9:00 AM - Freedom Farmers Market

10:00 AM - Castro Valley Fall Festival

10:00 AM - Free Family Matinee: The Great Muppet Caper

10:00 AM - MOCHA Open Studio

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9:00 AM - Montclair Village Farmers' Market

10:00 AM - Garin Apple Festival

10:00 AM - Free Family Matinee: The Great Muppet Caper

10:00 AM - Castro Valley Fall Festival

10:00 AM - ConnectFest

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Learn and Play Storytime

10:30 AM - Preschool Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Itty Bitty Storytime

10:00 AM - WildCare's Ambassador Zone

10:30 AM - Sea Squirts: RSVP

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10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Storytime for Littles

10:30 AM - Storytime on the Lawn

12:30 PM - Rockin' Kids Sing-Along

1:15 PM - MOCHA At The Library!

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - All Abilities Day

10:00 AM - Play Cafe

10:00 AM - Toddler Time Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

9:00 AM - Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under)

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Bilingual Baby Bounce

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10:00 AM - Kits Cubed STEM Fair

10:00 AM - Drop-In Open Art Lab

10:00 AM - Bearded Dragon Naming Contest

10:30 AM - Ballet Stories

10:30 AM - Creature Feature: Animal Meet

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9:00 AM - Hike to a Pancake Breakfast

9:00 AM - Montclair Village Farmers' Market

10:00 AM - Solano Avenue Stroll

10:00 AM - Bike Family Fest

10:30 AM - "Apples and Honey" Rosh Hashanah Celebration

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Learn and Play Storytime

10:30 AM - Preschool Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Itty Bitty Storytime

10:00 AM - WildCare's Ambassador Zone

10:30 AM - Hikes for Tykes: Anthony Chabot (Bort Meadow)

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9:00 AM - Campus Tour (K to 8th)

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Storytime for Littles

10:30 AM - Storytime on the Lawn

12:30 PM - Rockin' Kids Sing-Along

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Play Pals

10:00 AM - Play Cafe

10:00 AM - Toddler Time Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

9:00 AM - Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under)

9:00 AM - Talk like a Pirate Day

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

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9:00 AM - Freedom Farmers Market

9:30 AM - Cantonese playgroup

10:00 AM - Muni Heritage Weekend

10:00 AM - MOCHA Open Studio

10:00 AM - The 2025 Lafayette Art & Wine Festival

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9:00 AM - Montclair Village Farmers' Market

9:30 AM - UC Brickeley

10:00 AM - Airport Open House

10:00 AM - The 2025 Lafayette Art & Wine Festival

10:00 AM - Muni Heritage Weekend

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Jump and Shake Time

10:30 AM - Learn and Play Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - Jewish Gateways Rosh Hashanah Family Services

9:00 AM - EBGIS Early Childhood Info Session (Preschool & K)

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Itty Bitty Storytime

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9:00 AM - Campus Tour (K to 8th)

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Storytime for Littles

10:30 AM - Storytime on the Lawn

12:30 PM - Rockin' Kids Sing-Along

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Play Cafe

10:00 AM - Toddler Time Storytime

10:30 AM - Family Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

8:00 AM - Bananas Playgroup

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

9:00 AM - Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under)

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

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9:00 AM - Free Entrance Day at National Parks

10:00 AM - Habitot Mobile Museum

10:00 AM - Maker Faire Bay Area

10:00 AM - Drop-In Open Art Lab

10:00 AM - Family Storytime

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9:00 AM - Montclair Village Farmers' Market

10:00 AM - Community Music Day

10:00 AM - Family Crafting

10:00 AM - Maker Faire Bay Area

11:00 AM - Autumn Moon Festival

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

10:00 AM - Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime

10:30 AM - Learn and Play Storytime

10:30 AM - Preschool Storytime

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - EBGIS Elementary & Middle Info Session (1st to 8th)

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Itty Bitty Storytime

10:00 AM - WildCare's Ambassador Zone

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9:00 AM - Campus Tour (K to 8th)

10:30 AM - Sing N Storytime

10:30 AM - Storytime for Littles

10:30 AM - Storytime on the Lawn

12:30 PM - Rockin' Kids Sing-Along

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7:30 AM - Free Admission Hours

9:00 AM - Jewish Gateways Yom Kippur Family Service

9:15 AM - Campus Tour (K to 8th)

9:30 AM - Pump It Up Preschool Jump

10:00 AM - Play Pals Drop-In Group

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8:00 AM - Explore Blake Garden

9:00 AM - Pop-N-Play

9:00 AM - Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under)

10:30 AM - Story Time @ Crab Cove

11:30 AM - Drop-In Tot Public Swim

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9:00 AM - Oakland Black Cowboy Parade & Festival

9:00 AM - Kid's Workshop: Haunted Candy Box

9:00 AM - Freedom Farmers Market

9:30 AM - Open House (Age 2 to 5th)

10:00 AM - Free Family Matinee: Ghostbusters

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