Playgrounds
4 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Story Park0.3 mi from downtown
- Almansor Park0.9 mi from downtown
- Alhambra Park1.1 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Alhambra with kids
4 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Alhambra, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Alhambra Public Library101 S. First St.
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Angeles National Forest6 mi northeast
- Whittier Narrows Dam6 mi southeast
- Santa Fe Dam9 mi east
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Angeles National Forest6 mi northeast
- Whittier Narrows Dam6 mi southeast
- Santa Fe Dam9 mi east
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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Almansor Park, Great Place for Relaxing - Alhambra, CA
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Alhambra Park Water Play
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What is there to do in Alhambra with kids?
Playgrounds (4), Libraries (1), Picnic spots (13), Wildlife and nature (20). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Alhambra for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Alhambra when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.