Jan
16
2009
The Oakland Zoo is located on top of a hill in Knowland Park with sweeping vistas of the bay. The zoo began operation in 1922 when it was founded by naturalist Henry Snow. Today the zoo has modern exhibits with many of the animals kept in “natural” habitats. One of the highlights for families visiting the Oakland zoo is The Valley Children’s Zoo. This three-acre zoo within a zoo has animal exhibits and interactive play-structures designed for children. The Oakland Zoo is home to over 400 native and exotic animals including tigers, lions and elephants. The zoo also has a couple of fun rides the whole family can enjoy. There us a miniature train that takes your around the perimeter of the zoo and a sky ride which takes you over the zoo. Continue Reading »
Jan
07
2009
Kidspace Children’s Museum has indoor exhibits and two acres of outdoor hands-on exhibits. Designed as a fun learning experience the museum is a great place to take the kids for the day. Indoors children ages 1-9 can explore the natural world and learn about bugs, rock and fossils, mountains and earthquakes. Outdoors kids will enjoy the trike tracks, outdoor climbers and performances and other activities at the Stone Hollow Amphitheater. At kidsplace everything is interactive, kids are encouraged to run and jump and climb and make noise. The museum is a great place for children to burn off some steam. Price is nine dollars per person but there is more than enough to keep kids interested for several hours.
Hours September through May-Tuesday through Friday, 9:30am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 5pm
June, July and August.- open daily, 9:30am to 5pm
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N Arroyo Blvd
Pasadena, California, 91103
(626) 449-9144
