3 Family-Friendly Spots in San Jose, California

San Jose, CA.
San Jose, CA. Photo by Andrii Ganzevych on Unsplash

San Jose may not be one of California’s most touristy cities, but that’s part of its charm. You won’t be disappointed if you decide to check it out with your entire family because it’s home to many kid-friendly spots—and these three are a good place to start.

Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak was one of the founders of this children’s museum, which grew into one of America’s very best interactive museums. With 150 interactive exhibits on its premises, it features everything from life-size mammoth replica to tech-savvy displays.

California’s Great America

No family trip can go without a visit to an amusement park, and San Jose has one in store. Located in Santa Clara, California’s Great America is worth the ride, because it offers everything from wild rides and water slides to numerous food stands and live entertainment.

The Tech Interactive

San Jose is home to several kid-friendly attractions for science lovers, and Tech Interactive deserves a spot on your travel itinerary. This hands-on museum is home to countless interactive exhibits for people of all ages, and you’ll fall in love with its IMAX theater with a dome laser projector.