Kids Play and Explore for FREE this October
Attractions & Tours
Oceanside Adventures Luxury Cruises
Join Oceanside Adventures Luxury Cruises for a whale and dolphin watching trip during the month of October and they will waive the admission for ONE child, 12 and under, with the purchase of a TWO full priced adult ticket. All tours leave from the Oceanside Harbor. For tickets please call (888) 507-1130 and mention Kids Free October to receive this exclusive offer.* This offer is also available with discounted adult fare at the California Welcome Center.
Old Town Trolley Tours
Old Town Trolley Tours and SEAL Tours will be participating in the Kids Free promotions throughout October by offering a FREE ride for children 12 or under with the purchase of an adult ticket. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Tickets may be purchased by calling 619-298-8687 or from ticket booths. Reservations are required for San Diego SEAL Tour.
San Diego Zoo
For children age 11 and under visiting the San Diego Zoo, entrance is free with the purchase of an adult admission ticket. A maximum of 5 children enter free per ticketed adult. Click here to find out what you need to know before you arrive. We want to thank you in advance for your cooperation in practicing vital preventive measures to maintain a safe environment during your visit.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo Safari Park entrance is free for kids ages 11 and under with the purchase of an adult admission ticket. A maximum of 5 children enter free per ticketed adult. Click here to find out what you need to know before you arrive. We want to thank you in advance for your cooperation in practicing vital preventive measures to maintain a safe environment during your visit. There’s so much to experience along the trails and paths through the Park—join the fun!
Museums
The San Diego Museum Council invites accompanied children to enjoy the thrill and wonder of visiting a museum! Oceanside has world-class museums like the Oceanside Museum of Art, showcasing unique art exhibitions with new and exciting work, and the California Surf Museum, providing an epic look at the history and culture surrounding the sport of surfing. In addition, families can visit the largest mission on the California Mission Trail when they bring their kids to Mission San Luis Rey. Beyond these cool O’side landmarks, explore the greater San Diego County area for more museum opportunities to enjoy.
California Surf Museum
The offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. Mention KIDS FREE when purchasing a ticket to redeem this offer.
Mission San Luis Rey
This offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. The coupon cannot be used for specially-ticketed events, special exhibitions/exhibits, field trips or group visits. Coupon cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
Oceanside Museum of Art
This offer allows TWO children ages 12 and under get FREE admission into the Oceanside Museum of Art with at least ONE full priced ticket of an accompanying adult.
USS Midway Museum
The offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. Offer not valid for Senior Ticket purchase and may not be combined with any other offer.
Stay and Play
With such a wide array of fun activities, tours and museums to enjoy this Kid’s Free October consider playing and staying in Oceanside so that you can take advantage of all of the incredible offers! Make sure to check out these kid-friendly properties when planning your perfect Kid’s Free October getaway. To see even more lodging options visit Where to Stay in Oceanside.
* All information derived from the San Diego Tourism Authority website. Offers and restrictions are subject to change.
**Limited availability. Some restrictions and blackout dates may apply.
