FamxplorThings to do in San Diego with toddlers
Enjoy San Diego’s sunny beaches, interactive museums, and animal encounters with tips from insider families for unforgettable toddler-friendly adventures.
The Best 3 Day San Diego Itinerary with Kids
This family ❤️:
- San Diego Zoo
- We spent the whole day there, taking the guided bus tour, seeing the Australian Outback, the giraffes, elephants, and penguins, and riding the Aerial Tram.
- ✨ The kids loved the variety of animals, especially the koalas and wombats, and the giraffes, too. They also enjoyed the Aerial Tram.
- Balboa Park
- We left the zoo in the early afternoon to check out some of the other sites in the park and just wandered around enjoying the green space, playgrounds, and carousel.
- ✨ The kids loved the variety of things to see and do, the green space, playgrounds, and carousel. We also enjoyed seeing all the different types of architecture.
- Annie’s Canyon Trail
- We started out the day driving north to the trail. We held hands with the little ones and made sure to only head up the canyon.
- ✨ The kids loved climbing through the sandstone slot canyon. It was a great workout and a lot of fun.
- Torrey Pines State Park
- We packed a picnic lunch and headed to the park. We hiked the Guy Fleming and Parry Grove trails to the viewpoints and down to the beach.
- ✨ The kids loved the spectacular scenery, playing in the sand, and looking for Torrey pine trees. We also enjoyed the beautiful views.
- La Jolla Cove
- We went to the beach to see the sea lions and found a safe spot to play in the waves.
- ✨ The kids loved seeing the sea lions and playing in the waves. The beach was beautiful and calm.
- Cabrillo National Monument
- We started out at the monument. We enjoyed the stunning views of the water, fascinating history, and made time to visit the tide pools.
- ✨ The kids loved exploring the tide pools. They also enjoyed learning about the history of the monument.
- Coronado Central Beach
- We drove over the bridge to Coronado and went to the beach in front of the Hotel del Coronado.
- ✨ The kids loved the beach. It was beautiful and calm.
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Insider tips for San Diego's Top 5 Family Attractions
This family ❤️:
- San Diego Zoo
- We spent a day at the zoo, seeing all the different animals and learning about them.
- ✨ The kids loved seeing the lions, tigers, and elephants, and we all enjoyed the giraffes.
- Balboa Park Museums
- We spent a day exploring Balboa Park, visiting the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and the Model Railroad Museum.
- ✨ The kids loved the interactive exhibits at the Fleet Science Center, and we all enjoyed the miniature trains at the Model Railroad Museum.
- Cabrillo National Monument
- We visited Cabrillo National Monument, which includes the Point Loma Lighthouse and tide pools.
- ✨ The kids loved exploring the tide pools and learning about the history of the lighthouse.
The Best Places for Family Fun in San Diego
This family ❤️:
- San Diego Zoo
- We spent a day at the zoo exploring the exhibits, watching the animals, and taking a ride on the Skyfari.
- ✨ The kids loved seeing all the different animals, especially the lions and tigers. We all enjoyed the relaxing Skyfari ride at the end of the day.
- Balboa Park
- We spent a few hours in Balboa Park, exploring the gardens, walking the trails, and admiring the beautiful architecture.
- ✨ The kids enjoyed playing in the gardens and exploring the park. We all loved the beautiful architecture and the peaceful atmosphere.
- Old Town
- We spent an evening in Old Town, enjoying delicious Mexican food at Casa Guadalajara and Fiesta De Reyes, and soaking up the festive atmosphere.
- ✨ The kids loved the lively atmosphere and the delicious food. We all enjoyed the feeling of history and the vibrant culture of Old Town.
- Mission Beach
- We had a fun-filled day at Mission Beach, enjoying the boardwalk, the amusement rides, and the arcade.
- ✨ The kids loved the rides and the arcade. We all enjoyed the beautiful beach and the lively atmosphere.