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    River Street Ranch

    River Street Ranch

    3.8
    (820 reviews)
    7.1 km

    I took my kids here today and we had a great time! I'll admit it's not the cheapest activity to do…read morewith kids, but the offerings here are so unique that it feels worthwhile. We spent a total of $45 dollars since I have one preschooler and one toddler (kids under 3 are free!). We got one tray of food to feed the animals, and my older daughter got to do a pony ride too. First we went to the guinea pig area, where you get to sit down and have the attendant place a guinea pig in a little pen on the bench with you. You can feed it and pet it, and if there's no line then you can stay as long as you like! The guinea pigs are so tame and tolerant. It was the perfect thing for my young toddler to experience, since she is the opposite of gentle (we're working on it, ha!). My preschooler loved feeding the guinea pig too. Then we saw the pigs and emu. The pigs were so cute and little! Next to their pen was the goats. The goats were HUNGRY! Even when we ran out of food they kept trying to reach for things. But they were pretty gentle too. There is plenty of space for kids to spread out and pet or feed the goats. Lastly, they have some llamas and alpacas next to the goats. They didn't seem as interested in the food but they didn't mind a few gentle pats on the head. There's lots of shade available, which was a must when you come around noon in July. The whole guinea pig area is fully covered, and about half of the remaining animal areas are in shade too, so we were warm but not overheating. The pony ride was great. Kids 3 and up are allowed to ride. The saddles are equipped with full enclosed harnesses so the littlest kids will remain securely fastened. The pony trainer leads your kid around the path, but parents have to stay back at the entrance. I wish parents could go in with the kids, especially if it's their first time and they're feeling a little nervous- so that's my only suggestion for improvement. After all the animal activities, we went to the other side where there is a playground and other activities, like a train, some diggers and panning for gold. We just played on the playground and didn't pay for any additional activities. There are some benches and picnic tables, some with shade, near the playground so it was perfect for a snack break. All in all, we spent almost 2 hours here and it was the perfect mid-morning activity for my animal-loving kids!

    Pretty pricey for what it is. It's a bit on the smaller side, which we were surprised with given…read moreall of the attractions listed on their webpage - it's a bit cramped. We bought tickets and signed waivers ahead of time so we were able to walk right in. In order to feed the animals, each feed plate was $6! And the plates weren't that big. Gone in 60sec. There were goats, an emu, and other animals to feed. There are also pony rides that cost more money. The kids enjoyed it. The staff were also really friendly. There is also an area to do some panning and sit on a digger. They charge for both of those. And the panning has different tiers if you want to splurge and get better rocks. One of the diggers was out of order, and the digger my son went on wasn't working properly. The guy at that station was on his phone the whole time and wasn't available to help, so that was a wasted run. Very much a cash grab. Honestly, the boutique shops and eateries around the ranch and the small park were more worth it.

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    Bunnies
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    Kid Cando

    Kid Cando

    4.8
    (20 reviews)
    18.5 km

    This review is for the Newport popup. I really wanted to like this place, but it was a big…read moredisappointment. We visited Kid Can Do expecting a fun, engaging indoor play space for young children, but it felt more like a restrictive, adult-supervised activity zone than a true play area. The biggest issue was the inconsistency and lack of freedom for the kids. Plenty of cupboards, covers, and storage areas were unlocked and easily accessible, so naturally the children explored them. As soon as they pulled out toys or art supplies, staff quickly took them away because they "weren't part of this week's theme." If you're going to leave things unlocked and within reach, kids are going to play with them, that's completely normal and developmentally appropriate. Instead, we spent most of our time picking up after our child and saying "no" or redirecting them. If that's the kind of experience you're looking for, this is the spot for you. If you want a place where children can actually play freely without constant intervention, look elsewhere. It also didn't feel developmentally suitable for the younger ages they advertise for. The setup created more frustration than fun, with limited open-ended play opportunities. On top of that, the cost felt excessive for what's offered. For the price, I expected more space, better variety, and far less policing of normal kid behavior. You could re-create what they offer for a fraction of what you are paying to go here for 90 minutes and have better peace of mind doing it in your own home. Save your time and money. Head to Play Pie or the New Children's Museum down in San Diego instead--both are much better options for actual play and exploration. Unfortunately, this was a waste of an afternoon for us.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    This is an amazing little center set up with multiple sensory/arts activities for young children…read more If you're ever bored and looking for something to do with your kids - this is a wonderful place to spend your time. Every activity is thoughtfully set up and planned out by the owner Negar (who is wonderful btw!). We always have a good time here and thruthfully, my kiddo always sad when it's time to leave.

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    Time to bake
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    Yayoi Kusama Art Project
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    Nolan's Aquarium

    Nolan's Aquarium

    4.8
    (257 reviews)
    26.8 km

    This is My second attempt at starting an aquarium. My Husband had a 50-gallon fresh water tank back…read morein the day which I loved to watch the fish - very hypnotic & fascinating, swimming to & fro - but when He leveled up I had to let His fishy friends go too (the maintenance requirements were too overwhelming for Me then). My first recent try was to go the traditional route - heater, filter, bottles of water conditioner & beneficial bacteria, etc. etc. - when I unexpectedly happened upon an eye-opening You-Tube vid about the Walstad method (less homework & a more natural environment, the way God intended). So I returned all that other gear & am starting from scratch. Fernando eased My initial anxiety arriving as a total tank newbie, and gave Me a tour of the various low-maintenance plants I could start My nitrogen cycling with. Nolan - the Captain of this aquarium supplies ship - answered every one of My questions with patience & grace, did not talk down to Me or make Me feel stupid, and I left feeling happily hopeful that I might actually be successful in creating a fish-friendly safe & healthy environment. I am already envisioning My future fishy tenants, plus a snail & a sucker fish or two. Wish Me luck!! :-)

    Beautiful place! 10/10 recommended if you're close by or in town. Definitely worth seeing.read more

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    A Grade Red OB
    New shipment of pond plants. Water hyacinth, a water Lettuce, AZOLLA, and Parrots Feather.
    New shipment of pond plants. Water hyacinth, a water Lettuce, AZOLLA, and Parrots Feather.
    3.5" Male Pink OB Albino

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    Sky Zone Trampoline Park

    Sky Zone Trampoline Park

    3.2
    (464 reviews)
    5.7 km

    We recently hosted our soccer team's end-of-season party at Sky Zone Mission Viejo, and it was such…read morea great experience from start to finish! The staff was incredibly friendly, organized, and helpful throughout the entire event. They made check-in easy, kept everything running on schedule, and were so patient with our large group of energetic kids. Our party hosts did an amazing job making sure everyone had what they needed, and they really helped make the day stress-free for the parents. The facility was clean, well-maintained, and had plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained the whole time. They had an absolute blast jumping, playing, and burning off energy, and it was the perfect way to celebrate the season. The pizza party was well organized, and the overall value for the experience was excellent. You can tell the team truly cares about making sure everyone has a fun and memorable visit. If you're looking for a place to host a birthday party, team celebration, or any group event, I highly recommend Sky Zone Mission Viejo. We'll definitely be back. Thank you to the entire staff for making our celebration such a success!

    Shout-out to Savannah! She is always welcoming, helpful, and goes above and beyond with admissions…read more She remembers my kids' names and makes us feel valued every visit. Outstanding customer service--thank you for making such a positive difference!

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    Candy wrappers stuck in the netting of the toddler area
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    Broken fence on the raised platform kids jump off of.
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    Hidden Hills Park

    Hidden Hills Park

    3.4
    (5 reviews)
    3.3 km

    A nice park for both toddlers and bigger kids. No sand so leave the sand toys at home! However,…read morethere are swings for babies and big kids. Grass surrounding park is perfect for soccer or throwing a ball around. There are also shaded tables which are perfect for a picnic lunch or snack during the warmer days. We had a fun time and will definitely be back again!

    The playground is for everyone to use and share obviously but when one mom decides to throw a party…read moreand has a bunch of older kids that are bullying younger ones it becomes an unsafe environment for everyone who's trying to enjoy the playground. Today at around 3:15 pm there was some kind of party with small and older kids 5-12 years of age and just one parent supervising them. There was so much going on and the kids were all over the park so there's no way one mom could be able to pay attention to every single one. Some older kid stepped on my toddler while he was on the slide and clearly no one explained to him that's not what you're supposed to do when you're sharing a playground with someone else so we had to leave sooner than we planned to. Parents if you can't handle 10 kids at once by yourself don't bring them to public places like a park instead have a party in your backyard and be considerate to others if your kids can't behave and be nice. It is such an unusual thing to witness in such beautiful neighborhood and it's really frustrating we had to go through this today ourselves.

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    Slide and climb
    Slide and climb
    Petite adult size castles.

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