Best Kid-Friendly Activities in San Francisco – With the Help of a Fun, Trusted Babysitter
Discover San Francisco Sitters' favorite museums and activities to optimize fun during their time babysitting your children.
Book a Babysitter Who Does More Than Just Supervise
Are you a parent in San Francisco who’s had babysitters that mostly… sit? Tired of paying someone just to keep your kids alive while you're away? What if your sitter could actually engage your children — and even take them on enriching outings around the city?
At San Francisco Sitters, our babysitters go beyond the basics. They’re fully equipped (and permitted!) to take your kids on safe, fun-filled adventures around the city — from museums to parks to creative scavenger hunts. While you enjoy a guilt-free break for self-care or date night, your kids can explore the best of San Francisco with a trusted sitter who’s excited to engage them.
What Can Our San Francisco Babysitters Do With Your Kids?
Our babysitters are vetted, experienced, and ready to create a meaningful experience for your child — whether at home or around the city. Popular activities include:
Playing games and doing crafts at home
Visiting local playgrounds
Exploring children’s museums
Going on nature-themed scavenger hunts
Discovering hidden gems in San Francisco
Our caregivers are more than babysitters — they’re kid-experience guides.
Top 3 Children’s Museums in San Francisco to Visit With a Babysitter
These are some of our favorite kid-friendly destinations in the Bay Area — perfect for a sitter-led outing:
1. California Academy of Sciences
Located in Golden Gate Park, this science museum features an aquarium, a rainforest dome, and fun educational programs like storytime and puppet shows. Kids love the interactive exhibits — and sitters love the structure and variety.
This hands-on science museum is full of experiments and mind-blowing visuals. Great for sparking curiosity and keeping little ones engaged while they learn through play.
Just across the Golden Gate Bridge in Sausalito, this museum is worth the short trip. With age-specific play areas, art studios, and a “How Things Work” zone, it’s a hit with kids of all ages — and a favorite among our sitters.
Favorite Free Adventures for Kids in San Francisco
If your child is more into nature and sunshine, we’ve got you covered! Here are some go-to outdoor spots our sitters love to visit:
1. San Francisco Botanical Garden
A peaceful and educational outing in Golden Gate Park. Kids love exploring the paths, spotting ducks and fish, and taking part in nature-based scavenger hunts.
A calm, family-friendly beach with mellow waves — perfect for building sandcastles, running around, or collecting seashells with a babysitter.
3. San Francisco Public Library Storytime
Many SF libraries host free storytime sessions throughout the week. Our sitters frequently attend with kids — it’s a great indoor activity that blends fun and literacy.
📚 Find storytime schedules here
Bonus: Sitters Often Come With a Bag of Fun!
Many of our babysitters bring their own collection of age-appropriate games, puzzles, books, and crafts — so even an evening in becomes memorable.
Whether you’re planning a date night, need time to run errands, or just want your child to enjoy new experiences, San Francisco Sitters is here to help.
✅ Ready to Book a Babysitter in San Francisco?
You deserve peace of mind — and your child deserves a fun, engaging companion.
👉 Book a sitter now and give your kids an adventure they'll love — while you enjoy the break you need.