Things to do in Southern California

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Things to Do in Southern California with Kids

There's fun for all the family wherever you go in Southern California. Here are some family friendly experiences you can enjoy together that promise to make your trip a blast:


 

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Downtown Los Angeles

4/5(6,555 area reviews)

DTLA's offers a wide variety of shopping options in its many neighborhoods, such as FIGat7th in the Financial District and Japanese Village Plaza in Little Tokyo. Explore sights like Olvera Street and Grand Park, while easily accessing urban rail transit.

Downtown Los Angeles
Hollywood featuring a sunset, a city and street scenes

Hollywood

3.5/5(3,891 area reviews)

Discover the heart of the U.S. film industry with nearby studios, stroll along the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, and visit landmarks like the Dolby Theatre and Hollywood sign. Shop at the Hollywood & Highland Center mall and easily navigate via the Metro Rail B Line.

Hollywood
US Grant Hotel

Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(8,497 area reviews)

Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

Downtown San Diego
Belmont Park showing rides and a garden

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Beach
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Pacific Beach

4/5(1,422 area reviews)

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Pacific Beach
Disney California Adventure® Park featuring rides

Anaheim Resort

4.5/5(15,113 area reviews)

Home to Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Convention Center, this neighborhood offers shopping at Downtown Disney and Anaheim GardenWalk, while sports enthusiasts can catch games at Angel Stadium and Honda Center. Accessible via multiple transport options, including Amtrak and Metrolink.

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southern California on a sunny day?
What to do in Southern California on a rainy day?
If it's pouring with rain during your visit, ditch the umbrella and have a go at some of these excellent indoor activities:

What is Southern California famous for?
Pack your comfiest shoes because there are loads of renowned attractions you simply can't miss:
  • Disneyland®
  • Universal Studios Hollywood
  • SeaWorld
  • Legoland California

What should I not miss in Southern California?
Don't return home without checking off the following list of fantastic attractions:
  • Venice Beach
  • Mission Beach
  • Staples Center
  • Los Angeles Convention Center

Are there cheap things to do in Southern California?
What can you do in Southern California for free?
You could put your wallet in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions will cost you nothing at all:
  • Santa Monica Pier
  • Hollywood Walk of Fame
  • University of California Los Angeles
  • La Jolla Cove