California Family-Friendly Itinerary for June 2023

1. Day 1: Disneyland Park
   40 minutes (34.5 miles) from Los Angeles International Airport

   Experience the magic of Disney at the famous Disneyland Park. Enjoy rides, meet your favorite characters, and watch the parades and fireworks.

2. Day 2: Aquarium of the Pacific
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   30 minutes (20.4 miles) from Disneyland Park

   Get up close and personal with marine life at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Learn about jellyfish, sharks, penguins and more. Be sure to catch the sea lion show!

3. Day 3: Universal Studios Hollywood
   40 minutes (27.3 miles) from Aquarium of the Pacific

   Experience the magic of Universal Studios Hollywood. Enjoy rides, meet your favorite movie characters, and watch the shows and performances.

4. Day 4: San Diego Zoo
   2 hours (120.1 miles) from Universal Studios Hollywood

   Explore one of the largest and most famous zoos in the world with over 3,500 animals. Take a guided bus tour or a skyfari ride to see the animals from a different perspective.

5. Day 5: LEGOLAND California Resort
   45 minutes (30.7 miles) from San Diego Zoo

   Visit the ultimate LEGO playground with over 60 rides, attractions and shows. Kids will love exploring Miniland USA and building their own creations in the LEGO building area.

6. Day 6: Santa Monica Pier
   1 hour 45 minutes (98.2 miles) from LEGOLAND California Resort

   Take a stroll on the iconic Santa Monica Pier. Enjoy the amusement park rides, games, and attractions. Don’t forget to snap a photo with the famous Route 66 sign!

7. Day 7: Golden Gate Park & Bridge
   6 hours 20 minutes (390.6 miles) from Santa Monica Pier

   Visit the famous Golden Gate Park and Bridge, one of the world's most famous bridges. Take a walk across the bridge and enjoy the stunning views of San Francisco Bay.

Recommendations

Other family-friendly attractions in California include the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Six Flags Magic Mountain, and the San Diego Safari Park. For a side trip, consider visiting Joshua Tree National Park or Lake Tahoe. To maximize your fun, try to arrive early at each attraction to avoid crowds and plan your activities ahead of time. Finally, make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes!

Time and Costs Estimates

• Disneyland Park (8 hours, $154-209/person)
• Aquarium of the Pacific (3 hours, $19.95-29.95/person)
• Universal Studios Hollywood (8 hours, $109-139/person)
• San Diego Zoo (5 hours, $46-60/person)
• Legoland California Resort (8 hours, $89-109/person)
• Santa Monica Pier (4 hours, free admission with pay-for-ride attractions)
• Golden Gate Park & Bridge (5 hours, free admission)
• Total Estimated Costs: $463-656/person