- TripBuzz found 256 things to do with kids in or near El Cajon, California, including 239 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, San Diego, Poway and Chula Vista.
- From Play Town to Canyon Raceway, the El Cajon area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (All Ages) and Amusement Parks (Kids).
- Known as the 'Big Box,' El Cajon is nestled in the mountains. This settling in the valleys of San Diego County, California is located near San Diego and La Mesa. This largely populated area provides a warm climate for citizens and visitors. The famed San Diego Trolley runs through the city and the many adventures that El Cajon has to offer.
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Located within the Rice Canyon Open Preserve, the Rice Canyon Trail is a 4 mile trail of mixed dirt surfaces. The mostly-level trail cuts through scattered ground cover and serves as an excellent fitness trail or beginning hiking excursion.
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Featuring rotating exhibits, San Diego Natural History Museum showcases history from Native American culture to prehistoric creatures. The museum displays artifacts like dinosaur fossils and has 3D documentary film showings.
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Offering 48 lanes of traditional bowling, Brunswick Premier Lanes features automatic bumpers, glow lanes and a pro shop. The bowling center has arcade games, billiard tables, a snack bar and a lounge area with adult beverages.
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A must-see destination in San Diego, the Botanical Building and Lily Pond is one of the most photographed sites in the area. The garden contains more than 2,100 species of plants including tropical plants, ferns, orchids, and season flower displays.
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At the ARCO Olympic Training Center, guests will be able to view the site where future Olympic athletes train for the archery, rowing, soccer, softball, and cycling competitions. The location features a visitor center and offers guided tours on Saturday mornings.
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From musicals to plays, San Diego Repertory Theater features a variety of cultural arts performances every season. The theater also hosts cultural festivals such as The Lipinksy Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival and Kuumba Fest.
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Balboa Park is a hub of culture, art, history, entertainment, and vivid experiences. The thriving atmosphere contains attractions such as a zoo, photographic studio, miniature railroad, history, space, and art museums among many other things.
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With new exhibits every year, San Diego Zoo is always getting better. Exhibits include a panda tour, an Australian Outback exhibit, an urban jungle, a lost forest, an Asian passage, and much more.
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A 12-screen movie theater, AMC Otay Ranch 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, auditorium rentals for private events and a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Created for use by the entire community, Kimball Park offers a variety of recreational activities. Along with a playground and skating facility, the park is further equipped with an amphitheater where concerts and other special events are held.