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Children's Fairyland

PlayOakland, East Bay4.5/5

About This Place

America's first storybook theme park, located on the shores of Lake Merritt. Enchanting fairy-tale sets, puppet shows, gentle rides, and a petting zoo. The inspiration for Disneyland, it's perfectly sized for young children.

Info

Age Range

0-2, 2-5, 5-8

Venue Type

Outdoor

Price Level

$

Best Time

Weekday mornings, spring and fall

Parking

Lakeside Park lot off Bellevue Avenue. Street parking around Lake Merritt.

Tips

Magic Key unlocks audio storyboxes throughout the park. Puppet shows are included with admission.

Stroller FriendlyChanging StationDining On SiteReservation Needed--

Tags

theme-parkstorybooktoddlerpuppet-showrides
Official Website

Location

Oakland, East BayGet Directions

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