Things to Do with Kids in Monterey, CA

  • TripBuzz found 138 things to do with kids in or near Monterey, California, including 105 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside and Carmel.
  • From Bella Monterey Bay to Monterey Bay Whale Watch, the Monterey area offers 76 different types of family activities, including: Whale Watching Tours, Piers & Boardwalks, Walking Trails and Theaters.
  • A thriving affluent residential and tourist community along California's central coast is the city of Monterey. Known for it charming homes and peaceful beach town atmosphere, the city draws thousands of visitors each year. It's pleasant temperatures make outdoor recreation a primary draw allowing patrons to enjoy the local marine life, boating and strolling along the historic Cannery Row.
  • TripBuzz found 138 things to do with kids in or near Monterey, California, including 105 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salinas, Pacific Grove, Seaside and Carmel.
  • From Bella Monterey Bay to Monterey Bay Whale Watch, the Monterey area offers 76 different types of family activities, including: Whale Watching Tours, Piers & Boardwalks, Walking Trails and Theaters.
  • A thriving affluent residential and tourist community along California's central coast is the city of Monterey. Known for it charming homes and peaceful beach town atmosphere, the city draws thousands of visitors each year. It's pleasant temperatures make outdoor recreation a primary draw allowing patrons to enjoy the local marine life, boating and strolling along the historic Cannery Row.
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45.4 Miles
92% 62 votes
National & State Parks 15000 Skyline Blvd., Los Gatos, CA MoreLess Info
At Castle Rock State Park, visitors can go horseback riding, hiking, and geocaching. The location, which is located near the Santa Cruz Mountains, features campsites for backpackers who wish to stay at the site.
45.5 Miles
62% 82 votes
Recreation Centers 14675 Winchester Blvd, Los Gatos, CA 95032 MoreLess Info
Bay Club Courtside is an active lifestyle resort with nearly 10 acres of facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, 15 outdoor tennis courts and 2 indoor courts. They also have a fitness club and spa.
45.9 Miles
80% 428 votes
Gardens 21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
Hakone Gardens is the oldest Asian and Japanese estate garden in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors enjoy the gardens rolling green hillsides, tranquil waterfalls, koi ponds and tea ceremonies.
45.9 Miles
75% 73 votes
Camping Site 22801 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
A picnic and camping area, the Saratoga Springs camp grounds offer beautiful wilderness surroundings. The area is also available for event rentals and catered functions, and hosts summer day camps and other events.
46.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Theaters 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
The South Bay Musical Theatre is a live entertainment facility that rents out props, costumes, and backdrops. The theater produces plays such as ‘Hairspray’ and ‘The Genius of Leonard Bernstein’.
46.2 Miles
92% 122 votes
Walking Trails San Jose, CA MoreLess Info
Los Gatos Creek Trail runs through the South Bay in San Jose. Different lengths of trails, as well as a variety of flat and hilly terrain, make it a versatile track suited to all levels of fitness.
46.2 Miles
79% 19 votes
Parks 20764 4th Street, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
Situated on four acres, Wildwood Park features wooded areas along with a sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits and picnic areas with grills. The park also has a children's playground, a water play area and restroom facilities.
46.2 Miles
100% 19 votes
Parks 1499 Abbott Ave, at Pollard Road, Campbell, CA 95009 MoreLess Info
Jack Fischer Park contains a variety of children's play equipment, including an interactive water feature, a 'bee hive' hill with walking path and large open play fields. The park also offers a small number of picnic tables.
46.3 Miles
78% 108 votes
Dog Park 1250 Dell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95009 MoreLess Info
The Los Gatos Creek County Dog Park is a sizable dog-park that has areas for dogs both large and small. The park features regularly maintained artificial-turf and a number of hydration areas for the dogs.
46.4 Miles
100% 9 votes
Hiking Trails Saratoga, CA MoreLess Info
Skyline to the Sea Trail is a hiking trail that allows hikers to follow its path from the mountain tops to the ocean shores. Hikers will experience views of waterfalls, redwood groves and other various flora throughout.
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