🎉 Kids Free October is Back!

All month long, kids (typically 12 & under) enjoy free admission to 60+ museums, attractions, gardens, and cultural spots across San Diego — plus hotel and dining specials to make family fun even more affordable.

We’ve pulled together the top deals with direct ticket links so you can start planning right away — and linked the full official lists at the bottom so you don’t miss a thing.

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🐼 Top Theme Parks & Major Attractions

• San Diego Zoo & Safari Park — Kids 11 & under FREE with paying adult in October.
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• SeaWorld San Diego — One free child with each paying adult.
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• LEGOLAND California Resort — Free child (ages 2–12) on select dates/packages.
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• Belmont Park — Free kids ride wristband (under 12) with adult wristband purchase.
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🖼️ Top Museums & Cultural Spots

• Fleet Science Center — Hands-on exhibits + IMAX. One free child per adult.
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• San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) – Up to two kids (12 & under) per adult.
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• San Diego Air & Space Museum – Flight simulators & history. Kids free with adult.
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• USS Midway Museum – Two kids under 12 free per adult.
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• Birch Aquarium at Scripps – Kids free with adult; tide pools + ocean exhibits.
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🏨 Top Hotels with Kids Free Deals

• Mission Bay Resort – Kids stay free + $50 resort credit.
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• Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa – Kids stay + dine free in October.
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• Bahia Resort Hotel – Kids stay & play free + family perks.
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• Town & Country Resort – Kids stay free with seasonal perks.
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🍔 Dining Deals

• Casa Guadalajara – Kids eat free with adult entrée.
• Carnitas’ Snack Shack – Free kids’ meals with adult purchase.
• Crab Hut – Kids eat free in October.
• Hasta Mañana Cantina – Family-friendly meals, kids eat free.

(Restaurant offers vary — call ahead to confirm.)

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📋 Want the Full List?

We’ve highlighted our top picks with direct links above, but there are 60+ museums, attractions, hotels, and restaurants that participate in Kids Free October.

👉 Explore the Official Full Museum List here:
🔗 San Diego Museum Council — Kids Free October

👉 See the master list of attractions + hotels + dining deals here:
🔗 Visit San Diego — Kids Free October

✅ Tips Before You Go

• Age limits vary (11 & under vs. 12 & under).
• Most museums require a Kids Free October coupon.
• Special exhibits (IMAX, planetarium, shows) may not be included.
• One free child per adult is the most common rule.
• Arrive early at the Zoo, Safari Park & SeaWorld.
• Book hotels in advance — October packages sell out quickly.

✨ Wrap Up

San Diego’s Kids Free October is the perfect chance to make memories without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a local family or visiting from out of town, you’ll find endless opportunities to explore, learn, and play together.

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