Activities for Big Kids in San Diego
5 activities for kids ages 7–9 in San Diego. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Waterfront Park, San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Air & Space Museum. 1 are free. 3 work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Top Picks

Waterfront Park
4.7 starsWaterfront Park in North Vancouver has a playground right on the harbor with mountain views behind and ships passing in front. Kids can play, watch th

San Diego Natural History Museum
4.6 starsThe fossil hall at the San Diego Natural History Museum features actual dinosaur skeletons mounted at kid-eye level, children 5-10 who are even mildly

San Diego Air & Space Museum
4.6 starsThe San Diego Air & Space Museum has real aircraft hanging from the ceiling and displayed at eye level, kids can walk under a full-size Apollo capsule

City Fun Center
4.6 starsCity Fun Center packs bowling, mini golf, laser tag, and an arcade into one Poway location, kids can spend an entire afternoon bouncing between activi

Sesame Place San Diego
4 starsSesame Place San Diego is the only Sesame Street-themed park on the West Coast, and for kids ages 2-10 who love Elmo, Big Bird, and Cookie Monster, th
FreeWaterfront Park
Ages: 1-10 years

San Diego Natural History Museum
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up

San Diego Air & Space Museum
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up

City Fun Center
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up

Sesame Place San Diego
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in San Diego?
- San Diego has 5 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Waterfront Park, San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Air & Space Museum, City Fun Center, Sesame Place San Diego.
- Are there free big kids activities in San Diego?
- Yes — 1 of the 5 big kids-friendly activities in San Diego are completely free, including Waterfront Park.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in San Diego?
- 3 indoor or rainy-day activities in San Diego are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Air & Space Museum, City Fun Center.
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