The Roll

Working presses and binding machines in a small SoMa workshop, demonstrated by volunteers. Better with kids who like to see how things are made.

A playground beside a ball field, basketball court and community garden, so there is room for a group with mixed ages.

Bowling downstairs from the ice rink at Yerba Buena Gardens. Bumpers, light lanes, and a good pairing with skating in one afternoon.

Indoor rink in the middle of downtown with public sessions most days. Skate aids for small children, and the bowling alley is downstairs.

A downtown play stop near the carousel, bowling, skating and the children's museum.

Studios in Yerba Buena Gardens where kids make claymation, music and art with their hands. Built for ages 2 to 12, and the old carousel is right outside.