Things to do with kids in Irvine, CA

California Science Center

Large science museum with interactive exhibits, an IMAX theater, and the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

4.7 (20461)FreeLos Angeles, CA

💬 1 local tip

Heisler Park

Scenic coastal park with walking paths, tide pools, and beautiful ocean views.

4.8 (7739)FreeLaguna Beach, CA

Mile Square Regional Park

Massive regional park with multiple playgrounds, lakes, sports fields, and picnic areas.

4.7 (6911)FreeFountain Valley, CA

Main Beach (Laguna Beach)

Iconic beachfront park with a playground, basketball courts, and tide pools.

4.7 (6294)FreeLaguna Beach, CA

Pier Playground

Fenced beachfront playground with sand play and equipment right next to the ocean.

4.6 (4744)FreeSeal Beach, CA

Yorba Regional Park

Large park with lakes, extensive walking paths, and numerous picnic spots along the Santa Ana River.

4.7 (4173)FreeAnaheim, CA

Carbon Canyon Regional Park

Large park featuring hiking trails, a redwood grove, and picnic areas.

4.7 (3013)FreeBrea, CA

Great Park

Expansive park featuring a giant tethered helium balloon, sports fields, playgrounds, and walking paths.

4.6 (2462)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 18 local tips

Eisenhower Park

Community park featuring a duck pond, walking paths, and playgrounds.

4.6 (2447)FreeOrange, CA

Treasure Island Park

Scenic beach park with tide pools, swimming, and coastal views.

4.9 (2345)FreeLaguna Beach, CA

Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve

Expansive nature preserve with trails for hiking, biking, and bird watching, plus an interpretive center.

4.8 (2271)FreeNewport Beach, CA

William R Mason Regional Park

Spacious park with playgrounds, hiking trails, a lake, and plenty of space for family picnics.

4.7 (2220)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 3 local tips

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park

Community park with athletic fields, tennis courts, and a playground.

4.7 (2162)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 4 local tips

El Dorado Park West

Expansive park with sports facilities, a duck pond, and large open spaces for recreation.

4.5 (2061)FreeLong Beach, CA

West Jetty View Park

Small waterfront park perfect for watching boats and relaxing by the harbor.

4.7 (2021)FreeNewport Beach, CA

TeWinkle Park

Large park featuring a lake, multiple playgrounds, and sports courts.

4.7 (1532)FreeCosta Mesa, CA

Crescent Bay Point Park

Bluff-top park offering panoramic ocean views and access to tide pools.

4.8 (1474)FreeLaguna Beach, CA

Oak Canyon Nature Center

Nature park with oak woodlands, streams, and hiking trails, featuring an interpretive center.

4.7 (1378)FreeAnaheim, CA

Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park

Large wilderness area with extensive hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails through canyons.

4.7 (1304)FreeTrabuco Canyon, CA

💬 1 local tip

Heritage Community Park

Large municipal park with sports fields, public swimming pools, a playground, and a community center.

4.6 (1094)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 1 local tip

Stanton Central Park

Modern community park with a large playground, splash pad, and sports facilities.

4.7 (978)FreeStanton, CA

Redwood Grove

Park featuring a redwood grove trail, lake, and playground.

4.8 (943)FreeYorba Linda, CA

Carl Thornton Park

Neighborhood park with sports fields, a small lake, and a children's play area.

4.4 (848)FreeSanta Ana, CA

Adventure Playground

Unique outdoor play space encouraging creative, hands-on play with forts and building materials.

4.7 (835)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 2 local tips

Niguel Botanical Preserve

A scenic botanical preserve with walking paths and native plant displays.

4.8 (822)FreeLaguna Niguel, CA

Citrus Ranch Park

Unique park featuring a lemon orchard, playground, and hilltop gazebo with scenic views.

4.7 (756)FreeTustin, CA

Lions Park

Community park featuring a playground, sports fields, and a local community center.

4.6 (751)FreeCosta Mesa, CA

💬 1 local tip

Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

Large wilderness park with extensive trails for hiking and mountain biking.

4.7 (748)FreeAliso Viejo, CA

North Lake Park

Community park with walking paths and lake views.

4.7 (715)FreeIrvine, CA

Huntington Beach Central Library

Large public library with a dedicated children's wing, storytimes, and community events.

4.7 (632)FreeHuntington Beach, CA

Victory Park

Local park with open green space and a playground for neighborhood play.

4.7 (627)FreeTustin, CA

Hilbert Museum of California Art

Museum featuring California-themed paintings and landscapes.

4.8 (584)FreeOrange, CA

Little Corona del Mar Beach

Small, scenic beach known for tide pools and rocky coves.

4.8 (581)FreeNewport Beach, CA

Cerritos Library

Modern library known for its unique architecture, extensive children's area, and interactive exhibits.

4.3 (562)FreeCerritos, CA

IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary

Tranquil wetlands preserve with miles of flat trails perfect for birdwatching and nature walks.

4.8 (545)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 2 local tips

Baker Ranch Community Park

Neighborhood park with sports courts, baseball fields, and dedicated play areas for kids.

4.7 (544)FreeLake Forest, CA

Serrano Creek Park

Community park with walking paths, a playground, and picnic areas.

4.6 (512)FreeLake Forest, CA

Jeffrey Open Space Trail

Paved 5-mile trail through parkland perfect for family walks, jogging, and bike rides.

4.8 (511)FreeIrvine, CA

Dinosaur Park

Community park featuring athletic fields and a popular dinosaur-themed playground.

4.6 (504)FreeLaguna Hills, CA

HB All-inclusive Playground

Accessible, inclusive playground designed for children of all physical abilities.

4.7 (471)FreeHuntington Beach, CA

Turtle Rock Community Park

Park with sports courts, playground, picnic areas, and an amphitheater.

4.7 (464)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 2 local tips

Castaways Park

Scenic park with paved paths offering sweeping views of the bay and ocean.

4.7 (462)FreeNewport Beach, CA

Steve Ambriz Memorial Park

Large community park with sports facilities, walking paths, and a playground.

4.6 (440)FreeOrange, CA

Cypress Community Park

Large park with multiple playgrounds, sports courts, and an on-site library.

4.6 (416)FreeIrvine, CA

Handy Park

Local park offering open green space and playground equipment for neighborhood play.

4.5 (409)FreeOrange, CA

Larwin Park

Neighborhood park featuring a playground and a splash pad for summer cooling.

4.7 (399)FreeBuena Park, CA

Badlands Park

Local park known for its scenic coastal views and walking paths.

4.8 (394)FreeLaguna Niguel, CA

Canyon View Park

Scenic park with a sand-based playground and walking paths overlooking the canyon.

4.7 (389)FreeAliso Viejo, CA

Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center

Nature center overlooking the estuary with interactive exhibits on local wildlife and ecology.

4.8 (383)FreeNewport Beach, CA

Oak Creek Community Park

Local park with sports fields, a playground, and picnic areas.

4.5 (377)FreeIrvine, CA

💬 1 local tip