# Free things to do with kids in La Jolla

Parks, playgrounds and other things to do in La Jolla that are free to get into. 5 listed.

Last updated 2026-10-28, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [Kellogg Park Playground](https://ourplayday.com/places/kellogg-park-playground-la-jolla) (playground, La Jolla). An ocean-themed playground steps from the sand, for when small kids have had enough of the water. Has: free to enter.
2. [Ellen Browning Scripps Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/ellen-browning-scripps-park-la-jolla) (playground, La Jolla). A big lawn above the cove, made for running around and a picnic with the ocean right there. Has: free to enter.
3. [Bird Rock Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/bird-rock-park-la-jolla) (playground, La Jolla). Climb, slide, then run around on the grass. Short, simple and close to the water. Has: free to enter.
4. [Villa La Jolla Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/villa-la-jolla-park-la-jolla) (playground, La Jolla). A tot area and bigger slides side by side, with open grass around them so siblings of different ages can split up. Has: free to enter.
5. [Children's Pool Seal Viewpoint](https://ourplayday.com/places/children-s-pool-seal-viewpoint-la-jolla) (pool, La Jolla). Harbor seals on the beach below, watched from the walkway close enough to count them. Has: free to enter.

## About this list

Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) A list needs at least three places to exist.

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