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Los Angeles with kids
Itineraries and practical tips for families visiting Los Angeles, written to be used on the day. No fluff, no sponsored picks.
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Christmas in Los Angeles with Kids: Lights, Theme Parks and a 2-Day PlanChristmas in LA with kids: Disneyland's holidays, Grinchmas at Universal, glowing zoo lanterns, an enchanted forest of light and a warm-weather 2-day plan. - Los AngelesThe Best Los Angeles Museums for Kids, by Age and InterestThe best Los Angeles museums for kids: the Space Shuttle Endeavour, dinosaurs, Griffith Observatory, a hands-on children's museum and what's closed in 2026.
- Los AngelesDisneyland or Universal Studios Hollywood with Kids? An Honest ComparisonDisneyland or Universal Studios Hollywood with kids: which suits which ages, how many days each needs, height limits, line-skipping passes and how to choose.
- Los AngelesDisneyland with Kids: Practical Tips for a Great Day (and Fewer Lines)Disneyland with kids: when to go, rope drop, Lightning Lane, Rider Switch, rides for little ones, breaks, food and a plan for one park in one day.
- Los AngelesFree Things to Do in Los Angeles with KidsFree things to do in Los Angeles with kids: the Space Shuttle Endeavour, Griffith Observatory, the Getty, beaches, the Santa Monica Pier and a free day plan.
- Los AngelesGriffith Park with Kids: Trains, the Zoo, the Observatory and Easy HikesGriffith Park with kids: real old trains at Travel Town, a miniature railroad, the LA Zoo, the observatory at sunset, easy trails and what's closed right now.
- Los AngelesLos Angeles in Summer with Kids: Beaches, Outdoor Shows and Cool EscapesLos Angeles in summer with kids: family beaches, the Hollywood Bowl under the stars, free pier concerts, the Aquarium of the Pacific and beating the heat.
- Los AngelesLos Angeles for Spring Break with Kids: Parks, Poppies and Beach DaysLos Angeles for spring break with kids: beating theme park crowds, wildflower poppies, the Space Shuttle, the first beach days of the year and a 3-day plan.
- Los Angeles3 Days in Los Angeles with Kids: an Easy Family ItineraryA realistic 3-day Los Angeles itinerary for families: Hollywood and Griffith Park, the Space Shuttle and dinosaurs, then Santa Monica's pier and beach.
- Los AngelesRainy Day in Los Angeles with Kids: the Best Indoor PlansA rainy day in Los Angeles with kids: the Space Shuttle and dinosaurs, aquariums, hands-on children's museums, the Petersen's cars and a ready-made indoor plan.
- Los AngelesSanta Monica and Venice Beach with Kids: the Pier, a Bike Ride and the CanalsSanta Monica and Venice with kids: the pier's Ferris wheel and little aquarium, bikes on the beach path, playgrounds, the Venice Canals and a sunset.
- Los AngelesUniversal Studios Hollywood with Kids: a Plan for the DayUniversal Studios Hollywood with kids: what to ride by age, Super Nintendo World tips, the Studio Tour, height limits, Child Switch and a plan for one day.
- Los AngelesWhere to Stay in Los Angeles with Kids: the Best Areas by Trip TypeWhere to stay in Los Angeles with kids: Anaheim, Santa Monica, Hollywood, Universal City, Downtown and Long Beach compared, and when to move hotels.