Fun for Families in the Bay Area
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 cultural wonders and mesmerizing San Francisco scenery, all for free.
Count down to Noon Year's Eve at Bay Area Discovery Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
New Year's Eve Weekend in San Francisco with Kids: Countdown to 2026
Welcome the arrival of 2026 in family-friendly fashion.
Explore the City by the Bay. Photo courtesy of Gina Ragland
GUIDE
San Francisco Visitors' Guide for Families
Soak in historic San Francisco sights!
Photo by Dnaiel Gorosteita via Pexels
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Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids Guide
Find the best FREE activities for kids in the Bay Area.
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.
​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.
The Yard in Brentwood. Photo credit: Copyright © 2024 The Yard
19 San Francisco Restaurants Where Kids Can Play While Parents Eat
Where gourmet food meets happy, entertained kids!
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!
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.
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.
Have a dino-mite time at The Lawrence. Photo courtesy of The Lawrence Hall of Science
The Lawrence Hall of Science with Kids: A Parent’s Guide
Science comes to life in the East Bay!
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!
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 cultural wonders and mesmerizing San Francisco scenery, all for free.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Celebrate the season with the classic
Holiday Theater, Physics Show, and More Great Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend with Kids
The Bay Area welcomes holiday fun and more.
Enjoy the holiday pageantry of Fairy Winterland at Children's Fairyland. Photo courtesy of Children's Fairyland
Christmas Weekend 2025 in San Francisco: Top Things to Do With Kids and Families
Make merry this weekend all across the Bay Area.
Noisemakers and party hats make the evening feel festive from the start! Photo by Ivan Samkov via Pexels
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Kids at Home: 22 Parent-Tested Ideas
Countdown treat bags, time capsules, and more ways to welcome 2025 at home.

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Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
Union Square Holiday Ice Rink
Union Square - 10:00 AM
KAWS Family at the SF MOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM
Walnut Creek on Ice
Walnut Creek on Ice - 11:00 AM
Great Big Game Show- San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf - 11:00 AM
Swing into Stories in San Francisco
Various Parks - 9:30 AM
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
IlluminOdyssey
CuriOdyssey - 10:00 AM
Union Square Holiday Ice Rink
Union Square - 10:00 AM
KAWS Family at the SF MOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
IlluminOdyssey
CuriOdyssey - 10:00 AM
Union Square Holiday Ice Rink
Union Square - 10:00 AM
KAWS Family at the SF MOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
IlluminOdyssey
CuriOdyssey - 10:00 AM
Union Square Holiday Ice Rink
Union Square - 10:00 AM
KAWS Family at the SF MOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
IlluminOdyssey
CuriOdyssey - 10:00 AM
Union Square Holiday Ice Rink
Union Square - 10:00 AM
KAWS Family at the SF MOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM
El Dia de los Tres Reyes Magos at Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose - 11:00 AM Pick
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
The Physics Show
Foothill College Physics - various times Pick
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
Second Saturday at Gamble Garden
Gamble Garden - 10:00 AM
Second Sundays for Families with SFMOMA
SFMOMA - 10:00 AM Pick
Family Day at Marin MOCA
Marin Museum of Contemporary Art - 11:00 AM Pick
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
Tiny Chef, Big Impact at Cal Academy
The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
IlluminOdyssey
CuriOdyssey - 10:00 AM

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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
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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
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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.