This Family Friendly Road Trip Through Southern California Leads To Whimsical Attractions, Themed Restaurants, And More
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Danielle Schwartz
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If you’re ready for an adventure right in your own backyard, take a fun family trip through Southern California to check out these exciting local attractions. From whimsical art to entertaining dinner options, there will be something for every member of your family. So, what are you waiting for? Strap in because this is about to be a fun-filled adventure for all.
See this map for the full itinerary. With five and a half hours of driving and 268 miles total, this trip may best be made over two days.
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7600 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620
For a swashbuckling good time, you should definitely check out the Pirates Dinner Adventure in Buena Park, CA. The kids will love the epic show filled with wild battles and nautical lingo. They also have themed shows, so make sure you look at their calendar for fun options like holidays and vampires! While you watch the show, you’ll get to choose from menu options for your appetizer, entree, and dessert. There’s also a bar for the adults that features pirate-themed drinks like the Shipwreck, the Sassy Wench, and the Skull Island Margarita. Make sure you buy tickets in advance for this exciting experience. Take a look at the Pirates Dinner Adventure website and Facebook page.
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Make a stop in downtown Los Angeles to check out The Last Bookstore. Located in the Spring Arts Tower in 22,000 square feet of space, it’s the most breathtaking bookstore you’ve ever seen. The bookstore buys, sells, and trades books too! You’ll also find the Arts & Rare Book Annex, vinyl records, graphic novels, yarn, and art. There are over 250,000 books in this huge retail space, so the Last Bookstore will certainly please everyone in your family. There are lots of quirks you can find in this expansive space, including a well-known book tunnel and haunted bank vaults! While of course, it isn’t really the last bookstore, it is definitely a unique and memorable one. With cozy nooks in which to lounge and read, you can sit quietly and have some peaceful bonding moments with your family while thumbing through incredible selections until you decide which ones you absolutely have to bring with you on the rest of your trip! Check out The Last Bookstore's website and Facebook page.
Borrego Springs Road, Borrego Springs Rd, Borrego Springs, CA 92004, USA
For a combination of the great outdoors and art appreciation, go out to the small town of Borrego Springs to the Galleta Meadows Sculptures. Located in Anza Borrego State Park, about 90 miles northeast of San Diego, you’ll find fascinating metal sculptures with a pretty background of the San Ysidro mountains. You’ll feel the movement in the sculptures when you take the time to really look at them. They interact with the natural environment and really feel like a part of their surroundings. The Galleta Meadow Sculptures are supported by the Under the Sun Foundation. Take a look at the Under the Sun Foundation's website and Facebook page.
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2965 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
If your family is in the mood for some time-traveling fun, continue your drive over to San Diego for a blast from the past! This 1950s-themed diner is a great time for you and the kids. You’ll be charmed by the poodle skirts, vintage decor, and classic diner fare. Corvette’s parent company, the Cohn Restaurant Group, is known for its great dining experiences. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another decade, with jukeboxes, t-birds, whimsical booths, and as many malts as you could want. If one of the kids has a birthday, this is the perfect place to celebrate, as Corvette Diner specializes in fun birthday parties. Check out Corvette Diner's website and Facebook page.
So, what do you think about the family-friendly road trip through SoCal? Do you have more places you think should make the list? Make sure to shout them out in the comments section!
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