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Best Activities To Do In Anaheim

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While Disneyland is one of the largest draws in Anaheim, there are plenty of other activities to consider. In fact, Anaheim offers something for all ages. From interactive children's museums, to attending a game at Angel Stadium, we've got you covered!

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Adventure City
238 S Beach Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 236-9300
www.adventurecity.com

For those looking to bring their kids to a great amusement park that won't break the bank, Adventure City is the place to be. With free parking, Adventure City is a family themed fun park with tons of rides and attractions. From their Rewind Racers rollercoaster, a vintage 1946 20-horse carousel, a 45 foot tower which slowly rises and then falls and a petting farm, to a children's theatre with a variety of entertaining and educational shows, there is a lot to do at this top Anaheim theme park.

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Anaheim Packing District
440 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 533-7225
www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com

Located in the heart of downtown Anaheim, the Anaheim Packing District is made up of several restored buildings and locations, including the Packard Building, Farmers Park and The Packing House. The Packing House offers a communal gathering place with more than 20 artisan eateries, live music, and much more. Some of the best restaurants here include Umami Burger, Anaheim Brewery, ADYA, Black Sheep, Rolling Boil, Lemon Drop, Kettle Bar, and Georgia's. Farmer's Park, a beautiful two acre park, offers gardens, grassy areas, a boardwalk, an olive grove, and much more for visitors to enjoy. Designed by award-winning landscape architect Ken Smith, it connects the historic Packard Building and The Anaheim Packing House.

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Camelot Golfland
3200 E. Carpenter Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 630-3340
www.golfland.com

For a little miniature golf fun with the family, Camelot Golfland is Anaheim's best option. Considered to be the largest miniature golf facility in the country, Camelot Golfland features everything from mini golf, laser tag and water slides to a large arcade and much more. Hungry? They offer tasty pizza for visitors at Camelot Pizza. Or, try a classic shake at Iceberg Shakes!

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Flight Deck Air Combat Center
1650 S Sinclair St
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 937-1511
www.flightdeck1.com

Get a taste of what it's like to fly and experience the thrill of aerial maneuvers at 600 knots in this air-to-air combat simulator! At Flight Deck, you'll get to jump into a flight simulator for not just fighter jets, but a Boeing 737 as well! For a real thrill, Flight Deck offers visitors the option to fly in the F-16 Fighting Falcon. With flight suits, mission briefs, shooting and blowing up things along the way, you'll start to feel like you're really a battle pilot. Or, if flying a commercial airliner is more your speed, jump into the Boeing simulator, and experience what its like inside a real replica of the plane. With a 180-degree wrap around screen, you will get to fly for either 30 minutes or 60 minutes and experience what it's like to take off, fly a itinerary and land.

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See An Angels Game!
Angel Stadium
2000 East Gene Autry Way
Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 940-2000
www.angels.com

During baseball season, you can catch a game at the beautiful Angel Stadium on almost every night of the week. Baseball fans can take in a game with a bevy of great food options, and watch one of the best teams in the country. The stadium also offers tours to the public on certain dates. When the Angels are out of town, Angel Stadium often plays host to concerts and events as well.

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See Great Art
MUZEO
241 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 956-8936
www.muzeo.org

Located in Anaheim and nestled against the arts district of the area, the MUZEO Museum features contemporary exhibits which are enhanced with special programs for visitors. You can either choose to visit the main gallery for ticketed exhibitions, or visit the Carnegie Gallery to see some free exhibitions. In addition, events and activities surround their exhibits which make it exciting every time a new one comes through.

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