Fun for Families in the Bay Area
Participate in DIY fun at Tinkerfest. Photo courtesy of the Chabot Space and Science Center
Tinkerfest, Contra Costa County Fair, and More Fun Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend
Fairs, flying dogs, and feta—summer fun kicks off this weekend!
Climb iconic sculptures and structures at Koret Children's Quarter in Golden Gate Park. Photo by Mike Liu, via Flickr 2.0
Best Playgrounds in San Francisco
Swing, slide, and climb across the Bay Area.
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San Francisco Summer Camp Guide
Find summer camps around San Francisco for kids of all ages and interests.
Spend a beautiful spring day at Gilroy Gardens. Photo courtesy of Gilroy Gardens
29 Amazing Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids this Spring
Spring is in the San Francisco air!
Swing by The Outpost at the Presidio Tunnel Tops for all the free fun. Photo by Sandra Lee
100 Fun Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids
Explore kid-friendly cultural wonders and mesmerizing San Francisco scenery, all for free.
Kiddos will love the arched drum bridge. Japanese Tea Garden photo by Nicole Findlay
Visiting Golden Gate Park with Kids: Everything You Need To Know
Golden Gate Park has it all: boating, hiking, museums, carousels, Ferris wheels, and more!
Chamomile blooms by the Golden Gate Bridge in the spring. Photo by Simon Shim via Pexels
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Spring Fun Guide for San Francisco Kids
When the days get a little longer, there's so much to do with kids in the Bay Area.
SF limits those tween and teen eye rolls! Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Visit California
40 Things To Do in San Francisco with Teens and Tweens That They'll Actually Enjoy
All the amazing entertainment in SF limits those tween and teen eye rolls!
Hike amongst iconic landmarks. Photo courtesy of Nicole Findlay
Family-Friendly Urban Hikes in San Francisco
Escape the city for serenity without straying too far.
Discover culture and cuisine when strolling through Chinatown with kids in San Francisco. Photo by Nicole Findlay
Chinatown with Kids: 18 Best Things To Do in Chinatown, San Francisco
Embark on a cultural odyssey in the bustling and historic Chinatown.
Explore the City by the Bay. Photo courtesy of Gina Ragland
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San Francisco Visitors' Guide for Families
Soak in historic San Francisco sights!
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is packed with things to do for kids of all ages. Photo by xiquinhosilva, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Fisherman's Wharf with Kids in San Francisco: 24 Best Things To Do
Fisherman's Wharf is full of sweet stuff from chocolate, sea lions, and kid-friendly attractions.
Delight in the wonders of the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Photo by Gina Ragland
37 Great Things To Do with Preschoolers & Toddlers in the San Francisco Bay Area
Here are our favorite places to entertain little ones in the Bay Area.
See giant redwood trees is an experience every family should have.
Best Places to See Giant Redwoods in California: A Family Travel Guide
Look up at the towering trees in the heart of Northern California nature.
​Riding a cable car is a must when in San Francisco! Photo by Gina Ragland
Guide To Riding San Francisco Cable Cars with Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Hop on San Francisco's cable cars and turn city travel into an unforgettable adventure.
There's so much to see and do in San Francisco with kids. Cable Car by Vasile Cotovanu via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
3 Days in San Francisco with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
We made it easy and did all the planning for you to explore SF like a local.
Admire the hundreds of animals at the Oakland Zoo. Photo courtesy of the Oakland Zoo
Oakland with Kids: 34 Best Things To Do in Oakland, CA
Redwood groves, fairy tales, and engaging museums.
Take baby to the beach to admire San Francisco's most iconic landmark. Crissy Beach photo by Nicole Findlay for Mommy Poppins
39 Things To Do with San Francisco Babies Before They Turn 1
Babies in the Bay Area won't be bored.
It feels like sitting on top of the world. Or, at least, on top of the Tops.
Exploring San Francisco's Presidio Tunnel Tops with Kids
Get the scoop on what to bring and when to go.
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Weekend Getaway Guide and Day Trips for San Francisco
The best weekend getaways for San Francisco families.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum has the most stunning view of any kids' museum. Ever. Photo courtesy of the Museum
100 Things To Do in San Francisco With Kids Before They Grow Up
Leave your heart, take the memories.

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Mart Littles: Music with Mr. Andrew
Marin Country Mart - 10:30 AM Pick
Veterinary Hospital Tours at the Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo - 10:00 AM Pick
Free Admission at the SF Japanese Tea Garden
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Unseen Oceans at the California Academy of Arts and Sciences
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Bean Sprouts Family Days
San Francisco Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Mart Littles Storytime at Copperfield's Books
Marin Country Mart - 11:00 AM Pick
Contra Costa County Fair
Contra Costa County Event Park - 12:00 PM Pick
Bike to Wherever Day
Jack London Square - 7:00 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Oakland Greek Festival
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension - 11:00 AM Pick
Contra Costa County Fair
Contra Costa County Event Park - 12:00 PM Pick
Ferry Flicks at the Fort Point Beer Garden
Ferry Building - 7:30 PM Pick
Free Admission at the SF Japanese Tea Garden
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Unseen Oceans at the California Academy of Arts and Sciences
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Zoo Kids at Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo - 9:30 AM Pick
Veterinary Hospital Tours at the Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo - 10:00 AM Pick
Tinkerfest at Chabot
Chabot Space and Science Center - 10:00 AM Pick
SF Jazz Family Matinee
SF Jazz Center - 11:00 AM Pick
South Bay AAPI Festival in San Jose
History Park - 11:00 AM Pick
Tinkerfest at Chabot
Chabot Space and Science Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Oakland Greek Festival
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension - 11:00 AM Pick
Contra Costa County Fair
Contra Costa County Event Park - 12:00 PM Pick
Bubble Planet - Oakland
Henry J. Kaiser Center - 9:30 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Free Admission at the SF Japanese Tea Garden
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Activate- San Francisco
Stonestown Galleria - 9:30 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Bubble Planet - Oakland
Henry J. Kaiser Center - 9:30 AM
Unseen Oceans at the California Academy of Arts and Sciences
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Bean Sprouts Family Days
San Francisco Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Activate- San Francisco
Stonestown Galleria - 9:30 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Unseen Oceans at the California Academy of Arts and Sciences
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Toddler Tuesday at Salesforce Park
Salesforce Park: Main Plaza - 10:00 AM

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Participate in DIY fun at Tinkerfest. Photo courtesy of the Chabot Space and Science Center
Tinkerfest, Contra Costa County Fair, and More Fun Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend
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Enjoy quality time with Mom at Blankets & Blockbusters at Thrive City. Photo courtesy of the event.
Mother’s Day Weekend 2025 in San Francisco: Brunches and More Things To Do With Kids
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Attractions in San Francisco for Kids
There's so much to see and do in San Francisco with kids. Cable Car by Vasile Cotovanu via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
3 Days in San Francisco with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
We made it easy and did all the planning for you to explore SF like a local.
Kiddos will love the arched drum bridge. Japanese Tea Garden photo by Nicole Findlay
Visiting Golden Gate Park with Kids: Everything You Need To Know
Golden Gate Park has it all: boating, hiking, museums, carousels, Ferris wheels, and more!
​Riding a cable car is a must when in San Francisco! Photo by Gina Ragland
Guide To Riding San Francisco Cable Cars with Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Hop on San Francisco's cable cars and turn city travel into an unforgettable adventure.
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is packed with things to do for kids of all ages. Photo by xiquinhosilva, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Fisherman's Wharf with Kids in San Francisco: 24 Best Things To Do
Fisherman's Wharf is full of sweet stuff from chocolate, sea lions, and kid-friendly attractions.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum has the most stunning view of any kids' museum. Ever. Photo courtesy of the Museum
100 Things To Do in San Francisco With Kids Before They Grow Up
Leave your heart, take the memories.
Discover culture and cuisine when strolling through Chinatown with kids in San Francisco. Photo by Nicole Findlay
Chinatown with Kids: 18 Best Things To Do in Chinatown, San Francisco
Embark on a cultural odyssey in the bustling and historic Chinatown.