This low-tech attraction in Griffith Park holds plenty of appeal for children, with its train-yard full of stationary choo-choos. It’s a modest affair, with a small gift shop and miniature train ride around the perimeter rounding out the facilities, but magical in its own way. Children, especially toddlers, love to climb through the old empty trains, pretending they’re passengers or conductors.
Contact number: (323) 662-5874
Location: 5200 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Children who can’t wait for their driver’s licenses will love this three story museum devoted to cars and car culture. LA’s history is traced through its relationship to the auto industry. There are hot-rods and Model-T’s, custom cars and the former LA trolley system’s Red Cars. The third floor is geared specifically to kids, with hands-on exhibits that let them climb in the driver’s seat.
Contact number: (323) 930-2277
Location: 6060 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036
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Located downtown in front of Union Station, this tidy tourist attraction approximates a Mexican Street with mariachis, taco stands, and craft vendors. Free docent-led tours take place daily at 12PM, 11AM, and 10AM, providing historical insight into the lives of early Spanish settlers in LA. Holiday celebrations are colorful and festive. A great place to immerse your children in the roots of LA’s vibrant Latino culture.
Contact number: (213) 628-1274
Location: Olvera Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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