San Diego is a beautiful place to visit any time of year. They have great food, wonderful attractions and coastal vibes. It’s the perfect getaway location and there isn’t a bad time to visit, the weather is perfect almost year round! But I will argue that for families, especially those that are budget conscious, there is absolutely a best time to travel, and that time is NOW. Every October San Diego has “Kids Free October” and many of the most popular attractions in San Diego participate! That means families can save major $$$ because kids go FREE with paid adult admission. Here is a list of some locations participating in “Kids FREE October”

San Diego Zoo (Our Favorite!) Kids 3-11 get in FREE

San Diego Safari Wild Animal Park – Kids go FREE

Sea World Sand Diego – Kids are FREE with paid adult

LegoLand California – Kids go FREE

The New Children’s Museum – Kids go FREE with paid adult admission

USS Midway Museum – Kids go FREE

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego – Kids go FREE

San Diego Natural History Museum – Kids go FREE

San Diego Museum of Art – Kids go Free

San Diego Whale Watch – Kids free with Adult

Plus so many many more locations offering kids from FREE goody bags, to meals! You can see a more expanded list here.

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What are your top San Diego attractions?? Are you planning your visit this October?