Indoor Activities
Family-friendly indoor entertainment across Los Angeles and San Diego — museums, arcades, trampoline parks, bowling, and more. Perfect for rainy days or year-round fun.
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Aquariums
1 listedBirch Aquarium at Scripps
Ocean science aquarium perched above the Pacific in La Jolla, with tide pool touch tanks and seahorse exhibits.
Art Studios
1 listedColor Me Mine (Multiple Locations)
Paint-your-own pottery studio with locations across the LA area, great for birthday parties and family outings.
Billiards & Pool
1 listedHollywood Billiards
Pool hall in the heart of Hollywood with regulation tables, a full bar, and a lively atmosphere for families and groups.
Bowling
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Bowlero Hollywood
Modern bowling center with arcade games and a full menu, located right on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Bowlero Mira Mesa
Large bowling center with an arcade and party rooms, popular for birthday parties and family outings.
Pinz Bowling Center
Family-friendly bowling alley in the San Fernando Valley with an arcade, billiards, and party packages.
Climbing & Trampoline Parks
5 listedBig Air Trampoline Park
Trampoline dodgeball, dunk court, ninja course, foam pit, and rock climbing wall in the San Fernando Valley.
Fly High Trampoline Park (Altadena)
7,000 square foot indoor play area with trampolines, a ninja course, and soft play best suited for ages 1-14.
Sky Zone San Diego (Kearny Mesa)
Trampoline park with foam zone, dodgeball, and ninja obstacles for kids and adults alike.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park (Van Nuys)
Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam zone, dodgeball court, and ninja obstacle course. Popular for birthday parties.
Urban Air Adventure Park (Fullerton)
Full indoor adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, ropes course, go-karts, and bumper cars.
Escape Rooms
1 listedEscapology Los Angeles
Themed escape room experiences suitable for families, friends, and corporate groups.
Fun Centers & Arcades
3 listedDave & Buster's Hollywood
Arcade games, sports viewing, and dining all in one spot, located in the Hollywood & Highland complex.
Dave & Buster's Mission Valley
Arcade games, sports bar, and dining all under one roof in the Mission Valley shopping center.
LA Galaxy Arcade & Fun Center
Family arcade and fun center with classic and modern games, redemption prizes, and party packages.
Ice Skating
3 listedIce at Santa Monica
Seasonal outdoor ice rink in downtown Santa Monica, typically open during the winter holiday season.
Pickwick Ice Center
Year-round indoor ice skating rink offering public sessions, lessons, and birthday parties in Burbank.
San Diego Ice Arena
Year-round indoor ice rink in the Mira Mesa area offering public skate sessions and lessons for all ages.
Museums
11 listedAutry Museum of the American West
Located in Griffith Park, exploring the history and cultures of the American West with family programs throughout the year.
California Science Center
Free admission. Home to the Space Shuttle Endeavour, hands-on exhibits, and an IMAX theater. A top family destination in Exposition Park.
Cayton Children's Museum
Colorful interactive children's museum near the Santa Monica Pier with hands-on exhibits including a jet cockpit and fire engine.
Fleet Science Center
Hands-on science museum in Balboa Park with a planetarium and rotating interactive exhibits for all ages.
Griffith Observatory
Free admission to explore astronomy exhibits and telescopes overlooking the city. Planetarium shows available for an extra fee.
Kidspace Children's Museum
Indoor and outdoor exhibits designed for young children, including a splash pad, art studio, and nature exploration areas.
LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)
Major art museum with the iconic Urban Light outdoor sculpture installation and drop-in family art workshops.
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Dinosaur fossils, gems and minerals, and an interactive Discovery Center. Located in Exposition Park near the Science Center.
New Children's Museum
Contemporary art-inspired children's museum in downtown San Diego with climbing structures and hands-on creative spaces.
San Diego Natural History Museum
Located in Balboa Park, featuring fossils, regional wildlife exhibits, and an IMAX theater geared toward families.
Skirball Cultural Center
Jewish cultural museum featuring the beloved Noah's Ark exhibit for kids, archaeology digs, and family programs. Free admission on Thursdays.
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