Playgrounds
21 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Grant Mahoney Park0.2 mi from downtown
- Fairmont Park0.4 mi from downtown
- Children's Wonderland Park0.7 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Vallejo with kids
5 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Vallejo, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Springstowne Library1003 Oakwood Ave.
- John F. Kennedy Library505 Santa Clara St.
Bookstores
4 local bookstores in Vallejo.
- Alibi BookshopVallejo
- Every Day Is A GiftVallejo
- Ashay By The BayVallejo
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Kirby Cove Campground23 mi southwest
- S F Bay Model Regional Visitor Center23 mi southwest
- Contra Loma Reservoir24 mi southeast
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- John Muir National Historic Site11 mi southeast
- Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)23 mi southwest
- Kirby Cove Campground23 mi southwest
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Vallejo with kids?
Playgrounds (21), Libraries (2), Bookstores (4), Picnic spots (9), Wildlife and nature (21). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Vallejo for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Vallejo when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.