Los Angeles usually brings to mind images of the rich and fabulous shopping along Rodeo Drive or brushing elbows with glittering celebrities. What many mom don’t know is that the city of angels is an amazing place to experience with the kids and Los Angeles flights are available from all over the world.
From world-class theme parks to the iconic Santa Monica Pier, LA is fun for the whole family. Here are some of the city’s best kid-friendly activities:
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios gives kids that little piece of Hollywood. With larger than life theme park rides and entertaining live shows, this working movie studio is a chance for kids to see how the magic is made. There are shops, restaurants and cinemas within the park, making it one of the most entertaining spots in the city.
California Science Center
Home to the Space Shuttle Endeavour, and tons of other incredible exhibits, the California Science Center is a fascinating and educational attraction engages the entire family (it will also bring out the hidden geek in Dad!). Kids will love the hands-on approach to educational tourism in the Ecosystems exhibition wing or the regular screenings in the IMAX Theater.
Horseback Riding at Sunset Ranch
There’s no better way to take in the scenery of the Hollywood Hills than to watch the world go by beneath the Hollywood sign. With some of the best views in the city, Sunset ranch offers everything from moonlight rides to hourly trips to famous film locations. You’ve seen cowboys ride off into the sunset in the movies, now’s your turn to do a little riding of your own out in Hollywood!
Kidspace Children’s Museum
Touted as Southern California’s premier family destination, Kidspace is an educational attraction that’s fun, interactive and entertaining. With exhibits including an early childhood learning center, butterfly garden and Kidspace vegetable patch, this museum is a marvel.
Santa Monica Pier
This L.A. landmark is home to a manner of rides, games and delicious treats. With panoramic views of the Pacific coast and hours of entertainment, you can’t leave Los Angeles without visiting Santa Monica Pier. Parents and children alike are sure to fall under the spell of the pier.
LA is an unforgettable destination where dreams can come true. Kids will love the wide variety of entertaining activities the city has to offer and mums will truly appreciate the family-friendly itineraries available in one of the glitziest, most glamorous city in the world.
Disclosure: This post was contributed by the client
My aunt, my Mum’s sister lives in LA. I also have 2 cousins…my Mum just came from a 3 week visit.
It’s so great to have family in great destinations to visit!