Things to Do with Kids in Oakland, CA

  • TripBuzz found 763 things to do with kids in or near Oakland, California, including 743 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Richmond.
  • From Lake Merritt to Fairyland, the Oakland area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (Kids), Parks and Sports Facilities/Fields.
  • The eighth largest city in California, Oakland is home to over 400,000 residents in an area of just under 80 square miles. The populous community is also the center for the Port of Oakland, the busiest in all of Northern California. The city is a balance between vast greenery and majestic downtown architecture, a view to be enjoyed by all visitors.
  • TripBuzz found 763 things to do with kids in or near Oakland, California, including 743 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Richmond.
  • From Lake Merritt to Fairyland, the Oakland area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (Kids), Parks and Sports Facilities/Fields.
  • The eighth largest city in California, Oakland is home to over 400,000 residents in an area of just under 80 square miles. The populous community is also the center for the Port of Oakland, the busiest in all of Northern California. The city is a balance between vast greenery and majestic downtown architecture, a view to be enjoyed by all visitors.
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14.8 Miles
84% 199 votes
National & State Parks N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
China Camp State Park is most frequented by locals, as it is tucked away as one of San Rafel's secret treasures. The park offers beautiful marshlands, hiking trails and premier bird watching.
14.8 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks Appian Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Situated on a hill, Sellick Park provides visitors with a walking path for jogging and a general purpose grass field. The playground has features like a cement cave; a rock, paper, scissors game; and multilevel climbing structures.
14.8 Miles
75% 8 votes
Horseback Riding 10970 Crown Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552 MoreLess Info
Specializing in horse training, Graceland Equestrian Center offers visitors instructional classes that teach the basics of horsemanship. In addition to horse training, the center hosts a weekly yoga session to improve the flexibility of riders.
14.8 Miles
81% 124 votes
Parks 301 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
With 102 acres, Heather Farm Park offers a range of activities for visitors including a skate park, dog park, swim center, a community center and equestrian center. Other amenities include bike paths, sand volleyball, playground, fishing pond and athletic fields.
14.9 Miles
75% 32 votes
Dog Park 505 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Located on the north end of Heather Farm Park, the Heather Farm Dog Park features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs. The one-acre park is open from dawn until dusk most days.
14.9 Miles
40% 5 votes
Parks Northridge Drive, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
Offering great views of the ocean, as well as play areas for kids, Northridge City Park is a great place to take the whole family for some fresh air and fun in the sun.
15.0 Miles
93% 135 votes
Historic Sites 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
The John Muir National Historic Site is a dedicated to the founder of the environmental movement. There are several group and walking tours available throughout his home as well as the surrounding land so visitors can learn more about the impact Muir made on society.
15.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Cherry Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
Grundy Park is named after San Bruno's first Mayor. The park features a large open lawn area, two play areas, one picnic site available for reservation as well as a public restroom.
15.0 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks Pleasant Hill Rd E, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Nancy Boyd Park is a recently renovated park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and group sports arenas. Amenities include barbecues, restrooms, a gazebo, soccer fields, and baseball fields.
15.0 Miles
66% 148 votes
Movie Theaters 125 Crescent Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 MoreLess Info
Century 16 Downtown is a 16 screen movie theater that features stadium seating and reserved seating. The theater airs first rum films and 3D films and also has a cafe and a game room.
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