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Things to do with kids in Santa Monica
Family-friendly things to do in Santa Monica: 44 parks, museums and venues plus 3 weekend events for kids. Plan a day in seconds with FamHop.
Family-friendly spots in Santa Monica
- Virginia Avenue Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- Schader Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- Tongva Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- The Landmark Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- Oakwood Recreation Center · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- South Promontory · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Stone Canyon Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Johnson Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Venice Graffiti Walls · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- The Groves Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Inspiration Point · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Mulholland Scenic Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Los Encinos State Historic Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- On LA & Malibu · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Parker Mesa Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Vanalden Vista · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Top of Topanga Overlook · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Red Barn Hill · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Sandbox VR · Wellness
Group puzzle in Santa Monica.
- Stunt Road Viewpoint · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Swing Cave · Outdoors
View stop in Santa Monica.
- Chumash Park Natural Preserve · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- Airport Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
- Ashland Park · Outdoors
Outside hangout in Santa Monica.
Upcoming family events in Santa Monica
- Hula Fun Fest · Saturday, May 23, 2026
Main Library
- Library Playdate · Monday, June 1, 2026
Main Library
- Pride on the Promenade Pop-Up Library · Saturday, June 13, 2026
3rd Street Promenade · Free