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San Diego is filled with many activities for children, from theme parks to museums, to our beautiful 70-mile stretch of magnificent beach. In fact, San Diego is one of the most kid friendly cities in the United States. With our picture perfect weather, there is always something fun to do outside and many things to do year round that costs very little, if nothing at all.

Here are the top five picks for free children's activities in San Diego from Seaside Nannies.

Explore Sea Life in its Own Habitat
Experience the beach while exploring San Diego sea life in its won habitat. While going to the beach anywhere in San Diego is great fun with children, discovering our tide pools is one sure way to have an educational, hands-on experience. Check out the beautiful tide pools in San Diego here.

Go for a Hike
Get some fresh air and hike the many diverse trails at Torrey Pines State Reserve in La Jolla. Torrey Pines offers one of the most beautiful and breath taking views of the North County San Diego's coast line, and children love to physically explore the natural surroundings of the environment. Discover hiking in Torrey Pines here.

Free Concerts at Seaport Village
Included with free live music, Seaport Village offers a variety of fun things to do on our embarcadero, including fun shopping, fantastic ice cream, watching our beautiful naval ships and helicopters come and go from Naval Air Station North Island. Check out wha Seaport Village has to offer here.

For the Animal Lovers
Give some of our homeless friends some love and affection by visiting them at the Gains Street Humane Society in San Diego. Learn more about the Humane Society here.

Balboa Park Carousel
After visiting the famous San Diego Zoo, opt for a walk around Balboa Park and enjoy the Balboa Park Carousel, located just inside Zoo Place! Built in 1910, the beauty of the carousel is just enough to look at it, but to actually ride it is fantastic. Check out everything Balboa Park has to offer here.

For more advice on the best activities for children in San Diego, contact your local Seaside Nannies.