America’s Finest City is a total paradise for kids in October.

The San Diego Museum Council will host “Kids Free San Diego,” its monthlong event offering kids age 12 and under free admission with a paid adult to 50+ museums across the county.

Curious where to take those curious little minds? There’s something for every interest — and joining the fun is child’s play — most museums are offering Kids Free coupons online. Let’s explore.

🐙 For animal enthusiasts

Birch Aquarium in La Jolla is offering two free child tickets; reservations are required + you must use the code KIDSFREE22 at checkout.
Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista is offering one free child ticket per paid adult.

The family will love a stroll around the gorgeous Japanese Friendship Garden. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

🌸 For nature lovers

Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park is offering free admission for up to two kids.
San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas is offering one free youth ticket for those age 18 and under.

Art exploration for the ages. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

🖼️ For artistic littles

The San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park is offering free admission for two kids.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego — both the La Jolla + downtown San Diego locations — are offering free admission for two children.

POW! BAM! Tiny superheroes get in free with a paid adult in October. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

🧑‍🚀 For niche interests

The Comic-Con Museum in Balboa Park is offering one free kid’s ticket for ages 6-12 — and this includes access to “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing” + a few other special exhibitions.
The San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park is allowing free admission for two kids.

🔬 For science standouts

The Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park is offering one free child admission to the exhibit galleries.
San Diego Archeological Center in Escondido allows two kids to get in free.

These are just 10 ways to partake in Kids Free October; check out the full list of participating museums.