Top city guide · 2026-04-05

San Francisco, CA Family Guide

The best family-friendly things to do in San Francisco, CA, from current activity picks to local events and city guides.

Explore top places to go, what is happening soon, and more ways to plan time with kids in San Francisco, CA.

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Best Places To Start

Featured places for families in San Francisco, CA right now.
Top Pick 2
Alcatraz Island Tour
Landmark
Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133
4.7 / 5
Playground Pick
Strawberry Hill Playground
Park
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118
4.7 / 5

What Families Can Do Here

Browse this city by activity type.
Landmark
Alcatraz Island Tour
Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133
Palace of Fine Arts
3601 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
Hiking/Park
Lands End Trail
Point Lobos Ave at 48th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

Current Family Events

What is happening soon in San Francisco, CA.
APR18
Birding the Hill at Randall Museum
APR 18 · starts Apr 18
Explore the avian residents and seasonal visitors of Corona Heights with the Randall Museum’s Birder-in-Residence. Suitable for all ages.
Free
APR18
Earthfest at San Francisco Zoo
APR 18 · starts Apr 18
Celebrate Earth Day with conservation partners and activities at the San Francisco Zoo's Madagascar center. Free with zoo admission; no registration required.
Paid/Varies
APR18
Meet the Animal Keepers at Randall Museum
APR 18 · starts Apr 18
Join an open discussion about the museum’s wildlife residents in the new live animal exhibit, Wild in California. Suitable for all ages.
Free
APR20
Library on the JFK Promenade
APR 20 · starts Apr 20
Visit the SF Public Library's bookmobile at the JFK Promenade to browse and borrow materials. Suitable for all ages.
Free
MAY30
Carnaval San Francisco
MAY 30 · starts May 30
Experience global cuisine, international music, dance, arts & crafts, and other fun activities at this free two-day family festival in the Mission District. Suitable for all ages.
Free

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