Right off of Interstate 80 is Roseville Golfland – Sunsplash.  Here there are two 18-hole miniature golf courses, tons of water slides (Open beginning on Memorial Day) and a large arcade all in the confines of a huge castle.  Even if this isn’t your kids’ first experience with mini-golf, the courses offered on this one are well kept and offer interesting obstacles.  My kids are admitedly...

This park is spread out and has lots to offer all ages. At the entrance you are greeted by a full-sized locomotive engine that you can climb on.  I don’t know a kid alive who’s head wouldn’t turn at that! Near the entrance is also the play area for the very young. There is a rock-climbing wall (more of a tall bouldering wall, as there aren’t any ropes.)  A long suspension bridge is...

Monterey Youth Museum http://www.mymuseum.org/ 425 Washington Street This museum is all about hands on, and what could be greater for the younger crowd? There are so many sets to spark imaginative play and exploration, and even areas geared toward the three and under crowd.  They have a restaurant set, tree house, kid-sized house, a theatre stage where storytime sometimes takes place, and lots lots more! Share...

  Monterey Bay Aquarium is a must see when in Monterey. There are things for kids of all ages and enough to keep anyone’s interest for hours at a time. Parking and directions are at here.   Watching humans interact with animals is fascinating, for kids and adults. I recommend going early to catch some of the feeding events. A favorite for us is the penguin feeding at 10:30 am at the Splash Zone (an area...

This large working barn offers from 9am – noon, a place where kids can help out feeding the animals. The owner is fabulous with kids, and the pace is leisurely to ensure everyone is having a good time. The cost is about $2 or you can get a season pass which is incredibly inexpensive. There is a small store where you can purchase fresh eggs or other seasonal items. The barn is closed in the winter. To...