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Legoland California
Visiting Legoland California

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By Betsy Malloy, About.com Guide

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Legoland Entrance

Legoland California Basics

Hours: Closed Tuesday and Wednesday, September through March except during school holiday weeks, and may also close during bad weather
Reservations: Not required
Cost: Admission charged, additional parking fee
Location: Carlsbad, 30 minutes north of San Diego and one hour south of Anaheim
How Long: Allow at least half a day
Best Time to Visit: Any time, but less crowded on weekdays
See It Now: Photo Tour

Legoland California is one of four theme parks worldwide created byt the famous toy company and specifically designed for children ages 2-12. Some rides and attractions are only for smaller children, and even the roller coasters don't go very fast.

Adults like the big Lego block creations and the model cities in Miniland, the simulated factory tour and watching the kids having fun. The kids will find a lot of things to bop and bounce, and plenty of rides and activities geared to their age group. Because of this, many rides have MAXIMUM age and/or weight requirements. About one-third of the rides have a minimum height requirement.

Tips for Your Legoland California Visit

Washington, DC at Legoland

If you have a toddler with you, Legoland's What to do When You're Two is a must-read. It lists activities suitable for the smallest guests.
Several attractions require extra fees. Decide what you want to do about this and discuss it with the kids in advance.
If you buy Lego blocks on sale by the pound (or anything else), you can have them held at the park exit and pick them up on the way out.
Pets are not allowed in Legoland California, but you can leave them at the free kennels (first come, first served) just outside the front gate. Bring your own food and water and dishes to hold them.
If your kids get lost, they'll end up at one of the two Lost Parents locations. Any employee can help you find them.

Legoland California Tickets

The cost of admission includes many rides, shows and attractions. Children aged two and under get in free, and anyone over 12 pays the adult price. Seniors over 60 pay the same as the kids. To save time in line, you can buy tickets online and print them at home.

The Go San Diego Card offers a lot of attractions (including Legoland) at a very reasonable price. You can only do so many of them before your card expires, so be sure you can do enough of them to make it a good deal for you.

Ticket Discounts Airline employees get 20% off up to 6 tickets with valid airline ID and active military should also bring their IDs for a 10% discount at the ticket booth. If you're a AAA member, bring your card along and get a $10 discount on one-day admission tickets for up to 6 guests.