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Check out these 5 destinations for an affordable family vacation ➡️
San Diego, CA
Family vacations can be costly, but that doesn’t have to be the case for your next trip to California. Opportunities abound for epic but inexpensive family vacations across the Golden State. From affordable city getaways to coastal and desert trips, there are many budget-friendly ways to visit California.
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Redding
Redding, California, United States
Before you head out beyond the borders of Redding, hop on the Sacramento River Trail and walk or bike to many of the city’s highlights. Along the way, you’ll encounter Turtle Bay Exploration Park, a 300-acre nature complex with a natural history museum, arboretum, sculpture park, and forest camp that’s great for kids. Right next door, the Sundial Bridge over the Sacramento River is a great spot for fun family photo ops. Find more great things to do in and around Redding along with affordable places to stay at the "Visit Website" link.
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Sacramento
Sacramento, California, United States
California’s capital city is packed with memorable family experiences that are more affordable than you’d expect. Walk along the Old Sacramento Waterfront, a National Historic Landmark that will transport your family back in time to the mid-1800s Gold Rush. After exploring Old Sacramento’s old-timey sidewalks and shops, walk across the gilded Tower Bridge. Find more great things to do in and around Sacramento along with affordable places to stay at the "Visit Website" link.
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Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, California, United States
One hour north of San Francisco, the biggest city in Sonoma County is a hidden gem for budget-conscious vacationers. A must-see for any family visiting Santa Rosa is the Charles M. Schulz Museum, where kids and adults can learn about the art of cartooning and how Schulz created Snoopy and the "Peanuts" gang. Head across the street to Snoopy’s Home Ice (Redwood Empire Ice Arena) and you can ice skate with Snoopy himself. Find more great things to do in and around Santa Rosa along with affordable places to stay at the "Visit Website" link.
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Ventura
Ventura, California, United States
About an hour’s drive north of Los Angeles, Ventura is a seaside city that’s laid back, affordable, and offers a wide range of family-friendly activities. Eat a fresh seafood dinner, rent a stand-up paddleboard or swan boat, or shop for beachy souvenirs at Ventura Harbor Village. Take a spin along one of Ventura’s many bike trails or explore miles of sandy beaches. Find more great things to do in and around Ventura along with affordable places to stay at the "Visit Website" link.
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Palm Springs
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Palm Springs, California, United States
About 90 minutes east of Los Angeles, Palm Springs can be a surprisingly affordable place for a family vacation. If you can pull your kids away from the pool, take them for a ride up the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. While in Palm Springs, make sure you visit The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens in Palm Desert, where you can get up close to desert plants and animals, from cacti to coyotes. Find more great things to do in and around Palm Springs along with affordable places to stay at the "Visit Website" link.