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    Cheetah Run

    4.4 (7 reviews)

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    Reserved viewing $6
    Marcus F.

    20 minutes of waiting and 2 seconds of racing. I'm not sure it's worth it dealing with the crowds in the heat but in typical Safari Park fashion they'll offer you a spacious and shaded view for $6 additional bucks.. - There always seem to be large crowds for the Cheetah run even when it's on a weekday. - Take this opportunity to take the tram while everyone else is waiting to see the Cheetahs.

    Cheetah and best friend (dog) post run

    The Chetah Run at the San Diego Zoo is awesome if you have an interest in learning about this quick cat (fastest land animal). The demonstration is in 2 steps, first the Chetah's buddy (a dog) runs after the lure to show that its safe. Once done, the Chetah does its run 0-60 in 3 seconds (top 70mph). Blink and you may miss it. My daughters and I arrived 30 minutes early and were able to get a good viewing location (free). There's an option to pay for a more guaranteed good viewing spot and that might be of consideration if crowded and coming late ($15 per person I believe). The show seems to be once a day. I captured the run on video real time and my daughter captured it in slow motion. These will be for great memories and we were still enjoying this experience days later. However, If done wrong, you will most likely miss the run.

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    Children's Museum of Discovery - Section for kids under 2!

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    Been to a lot of children's museum and one of my favorite things about this one is they offer time…read moreslots for crafting. My daughter got to make a planter pot for a flower. It is on the cozy smaller size but the play activities are all nicely spaced out. I went here on a weekday and it wasn't too packed. The children museum provides indoor and outdoor play options. They have a small section for kids under two where they get to crawl, climb and play with balls. *shoes off* For indoor they have the magna-tiles table, chalk board, reading area, pretend grocery store and ranger lookout, For outdoor they have a big water table; soft foam building blocks, a garden and a dirt excavation section. They do have a handwashing station outside so I appreciate that after the messy play. I also love the art installation, it's big colorful bugs and insects. Would recommend you checking it out.

    We hosted our daughter's 3rd birthday party at the Children's Museum of Discovery this past…read moreweekend, and it was such a fantastic experience from start to finish. A huge shoutout to Michele, our party planner, who was incredibly communicative, organized, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. She made everything feel easy and seamless, and truly helped create such a special, memorable day for my daughter and her friends. The setup and decor were beautiful, and everything was ready to go when we arrived, which made a big difference when hosting a group of excited kids! The space itself is amazing, with so many engaging, hands-on activities for a wide range of ages (definitely up to around 10). The kids were entertained the entire time. Even better, so many of the parents were raving about the experience and how much their kids loved it, which says a lot. Highly recommend hosting a party here if you're looking for something fun, interactive, and well-organized. We had the best time!

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    SoCal Mini Pigs is not just a petting zoo. It's a special place where visitors can interact with…read moremini pigs, from petting to feeding and even adopting. Visits are by appointment only, so my husband and I booked a session on Valentine's Day. This was hands down the best animal experience we've had, thanks to the amazing staff and adorable animals. The animals were friendly, engaging, and active, which is a testament to how happy and well cared for they are. Each party is given a complimentary bucket of lettuce to feed the animals, with more available for purchase. We got to pet and feed not only mini pigs, but also goats, ducks, chickens, and even a large, handsome turkey. And because it was Valentine's Day, the staff passed around glasses of sparkling wine for guests, which was an extra special touch. The setting is tucked away in a mountainous area, making it feel like a hidden gem off the beaten path. It was the perfect stop on our way to San Diego. We're definitely looking forward to returning again next time!

    To label Disneyland as the happiest place on earth feels wrong after visiting with So Cal Mini…read morePigs. Not only were the owners extremely kind, friendly and big hearted, the experience made for the most heart warming time I could ever ask for on my birthday with my boyfriend. This place is absolutely wonderful and I had the best time ever. My heart feels happier than ever. Book an experience with them asap and go play, cuddle and share love with the animals!

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    I saw a video about this place on social media and saved it…read moreFor later, since it looked like a fun place to take my son. He is almost 6 years old, and I'm always looking for fun ideas/things we can do on weekends. We drove here from Santa Monica (about an hour). Parking is located a few minutes away from the farm. Keep moving down the trail, and you will find it. We bought tickets online, so the check-in process was easy. We purchased a veggie basket to feed the animals, and we paid some extra $$$ so my son can ride the tractor and play on the excavator. There is also a playground on site and a horse ride. It was nice, but after an hour, my son asked to leave. Younger kids will enjoy it more. It took us 1.5 hours to drive back, so we spent more time on the road than actually experiencing the farm. What I like is that there are variety of shops and restaurants around the farm, and it's cute. Boutiques to shop for jewelry, clothes, shoes, HomeGoods, all kinds of stuff, so that was really nice.

    Came by River Street Ranch and honestly... a bit overrated…read more It's a smaller spot than expected, so don't come in thinking it's a full-on big attraction. You can get through everything pretty quick. That said, it's still a nice place to check out if you're already in the area or want something easy to do with kids. The setup is clean and organized, and there's enough little things to keep it interesting for a short visit. Think more "quick stop" than "plan your whole day around it." Overall, it's decent, not a must-go destination, but not bad either. Good to add to your list if you're nearby and just want something simple to do.

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