KidSpace

The KidSpace Children's Museum is beautifully tucked away in Pasadena right across from the Rose Bowl. We've been here once, a few years back, but looks like they've made quite a few additions from what I remember. One thing I really appreciate here is the access to plentiful and easy parking. I, and I'm sure the rest of you toddler-toting parents, for one can't give enough praise on parking lot design..and this place has easy access from any spot.

There are also some nice parks right before you enter so you can have a picnic before or after. We decided to get the 6-month Permit to Play membership (for four family members). If you don't opt for the membership, it's $10 per adult or child (free for children 12 mos./under). As you can see if a family of four goes twice, well after that it's all gravy. Everyone here is extremely nice and patient and it's big enough for kids to be kids and run and play around.

This tree house is actually two levels, the first level is underground and connects to this above level.







One of the coolest tri-cycles tracks around.


"I come in peace"..I thought it was a space alien, but I think it's a bug.

This one looked like something straight out of a movie..to funny.


Make sure you bring an extra set of dry clothes and your Crocs/slippers as I guarantee you will not be able to strip your kids from this fantastic water play set.


One of my favorite things about the KidSpace Museum is that there alot of trees, plants and streams around. This one in particular provided a perfect canopy for the kids playing beneath.






One of the better wall climbers. This one is actually kind of advanced as it gets pretty high and has nooks and cranny where kids can wedge their hands and toes. My son here was trying to pendulum his right hand over to grab that finger hold..it's very well padded below.


My daughter was calling this the "Beanstock"..but it looked like just vines to me..another addicting playground set at the KidSpace.


We had a great time and ended up going to Little Tokyo after wards for dinner. They do sell snacks and P&J sandwiches, juice, etc., but if you want to eat something else other than kiddie food, checkout the numerous places on Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena.