Knott’s Berry Farm (Buena Park, CA)
Knott’s Berry Farm is the perfect place for families. The new addition to the park has been attracting more visitors, but the lines are still short, a lot shorter than Disneyland. The best time to go would be on Wednesday, avoiding long lines. In addition, it is less expensive than Disneyland. During October, Knott’s Scary Farm is a must see if you like scary stuff, of course, don’t go strolling with your kids in ghost town. Overall, Knott’s Berry Farm is affordable for small and large groups while still offering the fun and thrill you are seeking for.
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SeaWorld San Diego (San Diego, CA)
This SeaWorld is very spacious and clean. There is a lot of stuff to see so prepare to be amazed. There are many shows and many interactive programs. Also, If you want to swim with dolphins, you absolutely can! The park itself includes family-friendly rides, but make sure to bring extra clothes just in case you get wet. If you stay long enough, you might see some fireworks. Overall, this park can be a very fun and educational for all ages.
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Legoland California (Carlsbad, CA)
Have you ever built something with Legos? Was it fun? If building something with a 100 piece kit was fun, try walking around in Legoland that has over 57 million LEGO bricks! You will be astounded by what you can possibly build with Legos. This attraction is mainly built for kids, but I can guarantee adults would also have a blast just looking at the structures/characters and having fun with their kids. In addition to the park, there is Legoland waterpark where kids and adults can cool down during the summer heat. Overall, the price and food is relatively priced for a theme park.
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Adventure City (Stanton, CA)
Adventure City is perfect for kids! The park is small but it is pack with fun! The park offers a lot of rides, games, and even a petting farm. If you want your kids to be happy and have fun while staying on a budget, then Adventure City is the place to go. Parking is free, infants who are less than 1 year old is free, and general admission is below $20!
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Castle Park (Riverside, CA)
The park has a medieval castle theme, which includes games, arcades, outdoor miniature golf courses, rollercoasters, and various amusement rides. The tickets can be relatively inexpensive if you purchase them online. Also, if you purchase tickets online, they will even give you a discount for their water park. With less than $100 you can probably bring your entire family here for a day worth of fun. The cons about Castle Park are their customer service and their rides (sometimes rides are down and they have limited big-boy rides). Overall, since their admission is inexpensive, given what they have to offer, it does not hurt to go out to pass time and have a little fun.