In honor of FIT4MOM's 25th Anniversary, we've curated some of our favorite places for moms and kiddos of all ages to enjoy (in addition to our super fun classes, of course). Grab your kiddos, grab a mom friend, and go enjoy our beautiful Westside!
25 Best Westside Spots for Moms and Littles
Sandra Lena
FIT4MOM • STRENGTH IN MOTHERHOOD®
25 Best Westside Spots for Mamas & Little Ones
Westchester • Playa Vista • Mar Vista • Marina del Rey • Culver City
Breathe. Believe. Belong.
Your curated, tour-guide-approved shortlist of the best free and budget-friendly spots to relax, play, and connect nearby, from parks and farmers markets to storytime, a $1 ride around the marina, and a few spots worth the drive.
Parks, Beaches & Nature
1. Kenneth Hahn State Recreation AreaFREE ENTRY
338 acres with a fishing lake, lotus pond, shaded tot lots, and stroller friendly trails.
4100 S. La Cienega Blvd. · parking $6 weekends and holidays
2. Dockweiler State BeachFREE
Wide, flat sand and a paved beach path, with fire pits for an evening bonfire.
Vista Del Mar, Playa del Rey · parking fee at lots
3. Del Rey Lagoon ParkFREE
A 14 acre park around a calm duck lagoon, with a playground and shaded benches.
6660 Esplanade, Playa del Rey
4. Burton W. Chace ParkFREE
A 10 acre waterfront park with picnic areas, calm harbor views, and free summer concerts. The family-friendly Marina Drum Circle returns Sundays, Aug 16 to Oct 18, all ages welcome.
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey
5. Mother's BeachFREE
A protected, surf free lagoon beach with a lifeguard and playground.
4101 Admiralty Way · parking fee at lots
6. Concert ParkFREE
Open green space in Playa Vista hosting free outdoor movies, concerts, and fun runs.
13020 Pacific Promenade, Playa Vista
7. Ballona Creek Bike PathFREE
A flat, paved path linking Mar Vista to Culver City and the Marina, ideal for strollers. Nearby, Friends of Ballona Wetlands hosts monthly volunteer restoration days, and Culver City's Fiesta La Ballona returns Aug 28 to 30.
Multiple entry points along Ballona Creek
8. Stoneview Nature CenterFREE
A peaceful 5 acre native garden and fitness loop on the Park to Playa Trail.
5950 Stoneview Dr., Culver City
Farmers Markets
9. Mar Vista Farmers' MarketFREE TO BROWSE
A beloved Sunday tradition with live music and a relaxed, walkable stretch of Grand View Blvd. Free kids craft workshops most weeks, plus face painting and a kids cooking class on the fourth Sunday.
Grand View Blvd. & Venice Blvd. · Sundays, 9am to 2pm
10. Playa Vista Farmers' MarketFREE TO BROWSE
A Saturday morning market with fresh produce and easy stroller access.
12775 W. Millennium Dr. · Saturdays, 9am to 2pm
11. Culver City Farmers' MarketFREE TO BROWSE
A Tuesday afternoon market in the heart of Downtown Culver City, an easy stroll from shops and cafes.
3800 Main St. · Tuesdays, 2pm to 7pm
12. Del Rey Farmers' MarketFREE TO BROWSE
A small, easy Friday market at Glen Alla Park with a grassy spot to picnic after.
Glencoe Ave. at Glen Alla Park, Marina del Rey · Fridays, 12pm to 7pm
Libraries & Storytime
13. Loyola Village Branch LibraryFREE
Toddler storytime plus a Family Arts & Crafts hour in a cozy children's area.
7114 W. Manchester Ave., Westchester
14. Playa Vista Branch LibraryFREE
Toddler Storytime and a dedicated children's section in a bright, modern space.
6400 Playa Vista Dr., Playa Vista
15. Mar Vista Branch LibraryFREE
Toddler Storytime every Tuesday, 12:30 to 1pm. Babies and toddlers of all ages are welcome with caregivers.
12006 Venice Blvd., Mar Vista
16. Culver City Julian Dixon LibraryFREE
Baby Storytime and Circle Time for ages 0 to 2, plus a peaceful Japanese garden out front.
4975 Overland Ave., Culver City
17. Lloyd Taber – Marina del Rey LibraryFREE
A small library with big harbor views and regular children's storytimes.
4533 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey
Family Extras & On the Water
18. Wallis Annenberg PetSpaceFREE
Free, interactive, and air conditioned, with a kid sized slide and adoptable animals to meet.
12005 Bluff Creek Dr., Playa Vista · closed Mon and Tue
19. Village Well Books & Coffee$
A community bookstore cafe with weekly storytimes and a big kids section.
9900 Culver Blvd. #1b, Culver City
20. Marina del Rey WaterBus$1 PER RIDE
A scenic boat loop around the harbor, about 45 minutes, with 8 stops. Cash only, bikes and strollers welcome.
June 19 to Sept 7, 2026, plus select fall dates to Oct 25 · Fri & Sat 11am to 11pm, Sun 11am to 9pm
Farther Away · Worth the Drive
21. Paper or Plastik CafeFREE KIDS ZONE
A Mid City cafe with a free Kids Zone mornings Fri through Sun, for children up to about age 3.
5772 W. Pico Blvd., Mid City · about 20 to 30 minutes away
22. Centennial FarmFREE
A three acre working farm at the OC Fairgrounds with goats, pigs, and cows to meet up close.
88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa · free admission and parking · closed during the OC Fair, reopens Aug 26, 2026
23. Pierce College Farm CenterFREE TO VISIT
A real working farm in the Valley with a small market. Pony and train rides cost extra.
6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills · about 30 to 40 minutes away
24. LACMAFREE FOR KIDS
Sign up for NexGenLA, LACMA's free membership for L.A. County kids 17 and under, good for free admission any time plus one accompanying adult, for good. LACMA also hosts free Jazz concerts Friday evenings, May through October.
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles · sign up at lacma.org · closed Wednesdays
25. Getty CenterFREE ADMISSION
Free timed-entry admission and 86 acres of stroller friendly grounds. Only parking costs extra. Also free: Garden Concerts for Kids, weekends in August, and Off the 405, free summer evening concerts.
1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles · parking $25, drops to $15 after 3pm and $10 after 6pm · closed Mondays
Hours, prices, and events can change without notice. Please confirm details before you head out or book, especially for markets, library programs, farm hours, and the seasonal WaterBus.
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