Kidspace Children's Museum

A giant pirate ship with cannons and a plank, bucket swings for little ones, and a sand pit with running water that keeps castles standing. Built to be wheelchair accessible throughout.

Arts and Crafts architecture kids can actually enjoy, with 45-minute tours led by teen docents and summer storytime under the big oak.

A quiet pocket park under the Colorado Street Bridge with modern play equipment, grassy meadows and one of the best bridge views in town.

An Old Town base with an outdoor pool and hot tub, walking distance to more than 100 shops and restaurants.

An Old Pasadena arcade packed with playable 80s and 90s machines, where kids meet the games their parents grew up on.