Find kid-friendly places in Fremont (10)

A small, inclusive play space inside Fremont's huge Central Park: water play, sandpits, spinners, and climbers designed for all abilities, with Lake Elizabeth's pedal boats, train rides, and lakeside path all around it.

A compact, shady playground in Fremont's historic Niles district where the small footprint means you can actually see your kid the whole time - then walk the paved lake loop and browse Niles' antique shops and silent-film history.

North Fremont's favorite: two modern play structures (toddler and big-kid), an inclusive swing seat, a big netted climbing structure, and spinner seats kids can't get enough of. Rubber surfacing throughout.

The South County base with an indoor pool and whirlpool - rain-proof swimming - plus free parking and quick access to Lake Elizabeth, Ardenwood Farm, and the Niles Canyon Railway for kid outings.

Fremont's family pizza pub: arcade games to burn the wait for the pie, a huge craft beer list for the grown-ups, live music Saturdays, and gluten-free crusts so nobody's left out.

Fast-casual kebabs, wraps, and boxes with a weekend kids-eat-free deal: a free Kids Box with each adult wrap or plate and a fountain drink. Quick enough for hangry emergencies.

A working Victorian farm with a farmyard of animals, a hay barn and a blacksmith at the forge, for $4 an adult and $2 a child. Tuesday to Sunday; the Harvest Festival in October is the big one.

A small inclusive outdoor playground with water play, sandpits, spinners, and climbers.

An indoor playground with soft play equipment and a big ball pit, with a separate area just for babies and toddlers.