Orange County, CA
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Orange County
There are 80 kid-friendly places to visit in Orange County on Mini Navigators, covering amusement parks (13), family entertainment centers (9) and trampoline parks (9).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Orange County. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Last updated 22 September 2026. Hours and prices come from each business.
Indoor activities for kids in Orange County
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 22 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Best places by age in Orange County
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
Browse by category in Orange County
9 categories, 80 places. Counts change as businesses add listings.
Popular places in Orange County
8 of 80, ordered by distance from Santa Ana.
Mission Control Bar Arcade
Mission Control is a vintage-style barcade inside the McFadden Public Market food hall in downtown Santa Ana, mixing retro arcade and pinball games with specialty…
Bowers Museum
Accepts NARM
Santa Ana Zoo
Accepts AZA Reciprocal AdmissionsA zoo in Santa Ana offering animals to see, rides for children, and a seasonal flight experience. Families can spend a few hours exploring the grounds, with…
Discovery Cube
Discovery Cube is a science center in Santa Ana, California featuring interactive science-based exhibits and hands-on activities designed to inspire young…
Discovery Cube Orange County
Accepts ASTC Passport ProgramDiscovery Cube Orange County, located at 2500 N Main St in Santa Ana, CA, is a hands-on science center designed for children, educators, and families. Kids can…
Sky Zone Santa Ana
Sky Zone Santa Ana is an indoor trampoline park in Santa Ana, California, for children aged 3 and up. The site offers wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits…
Heritage Museum of Orange County
Accepts Time TravelersA museum and events center in Santa Ana set on twelve acres of land, dedicated to telling the story of Orange County's past. Families can take guided tours through…
Thrill It Fun Center
Thrill It Fun Center is an indoor family attraction in Orange County with a mix of active play and arcade games. Kids can climb through Ballocity, a multi-level…
Nearby cities
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Orange County?
We list 80 kid-friendly places in Orange County, led by amusement parks (13) and family entertainment centers (9). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
Where can you take kids in Orange County when it is raining?
There are 22 indoor places in Orange County, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centers.