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Top Family Activities in South Bay

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Lotus Abrams

Bay Area native Lotus is lucky enough to call San Mateo in the South Bay home, affording her access to all that the region has to offer, from unspoiled beaches to award-winning eateries.

Traveling is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Bonding with family and spending time with kids is another. Do both with these family friendly activities in the South Bay Area.

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Five people are jumping in the air with smiles on their faces in front of a colorful building entrance. The group, dressed in casual clothing like jeans, hoodies, shorts, and a dress, captures a lively and joyful moment—perhaps celebrating the best things to do on Monterey Peninsula in July 2022.
Photo: Courtesy of Alley Kat Adventures LLC

Santa Cruz-ade Scavenger Hunt

1540 Pacific Ave , 1540 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
Price: $18
Work with your family as a team to complete a unique scavenger hunt in the coastal city Santa Cruz. A remote live host will assist you on your adventure as you as you solve clues, accept challenges, and reach checkpoints.
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A small child in a purple mermaid costume stands on a sandy beach, giving a high-five to an adult woman lying on the sand. The woman, also dressed in a matching purple mermaid costume with a tail, smiles warmly. Rocks and the ocean are visible in the background—just one of the best things to do Monterey Peninsula July 2022.
Photo: Courtesy of Mermaid Memories Santa Cruz

Mermaid Experience & Photoshoot

1 Rockview Dr , 1 Rockview Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Price: $190
This is your chance to fulfill your dreams of becoming a mermaid in the beach town Santa Cruz. Spend time on the beach and take home pictures and memories that will last a lifetime.
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A vintage steam train with a red front and green carriage travels on a wooden bridge through a dense forest of tall trees. Passengers are seated in yellow open-air cars, enjoying the scenic ride. White steam billows from the train’s chimney, making it one of the best things to do Monterey Peninsula July 2022.
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Best Redwood Forest Steam Train and Santa Cruz Harbor Day Trip

Departure locations include: 291 Geary St , 291 Geary St, San Francisco | 250 El Camino Real , 250 El Camino Real, Millbrae | 1688 Hostetter Rd , 1688 Hostetter Rd, San Jose | 46196 Warm Springs Blvd , 46196 Warm Springs Blvd, Fremont | 988 Broadway , 988 Broadway, Oakland
Price: $196
Take your family on an adventure in historic steam train located in a majestic redwood forest in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Afterwards head to the coast and enjoy the scenic beaches, cute beach towns, and an abalone farm.
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Four friends are having fun on a city street, soaking up the summer vibes. One is holding a camera, another covers their face with a scarf, while the other two laugh heartily. Dressed casually against historical architecture, they enjoy one of the best things to do Monterey Peninsula July 2022-style.
Photo: Courtesy of @LetsRoam

San Jose Scavenger Hunt: The Heart of Silicon Valley

87 N San Pedro St , 87 N San Pedro St, San Jose
Price: $12
Spend time with your family roaming around to the best hidden gems and landmarks in Silicon Valley. Each player will choose an interactive role and have their own challenges to solve, work together or compete against each other to complete challenges.
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A young girl with brown hair in a ponytail, wearing an off-shoulder white top, smiles while standing on a crosswalk on the bustling Monterey Peninsula. Blurred figures of an adult and another child holding hands are visible in the background.
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Vacation Photographer in San Jose

Location in San Jose of your choice
Price: $245 per group (up to 4)
Have a professional capture memories of you and your family on your travels. Discover the culture.
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