Recommended by C Cherng

Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo, Palo Alto

Address 1451 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA Map, Tel 650.329.2111 Call, Website

A perfect size for a few hours escape into a small zoo with a combination of nature and wild animals. During the week, they also have little hands-on science exhibits available. Both my boys have really enjoyed this place.