The place is no longer there, I made a trip with my family and kids to visit but there's a…read moredepartment store that has been replacing mini city for several years now

My African American child loved this place and keep asking to go back. Keep in mind they do not…read morespeak english here and google translate my not benefit you as much as it does at a restaurant. The line to into moves slow because they have to check you in and give each child a safety bracelet that will also collect the data for the money earned and spent during their time. The parking is located right off the freeway but you will need to walk into the shopping center to locate the entrance to Mini City. Also I recommend you stay 2 + hours to fully enjoy the experience Mini City has to offer.

A great indoor play area for children to run freely without having to worry about them getting…read morelost. It's clean, safe and secure - plus well lit. Air conditioning is on full blast which is a necessity especially with all the people and the body heat that's generated here. Food and drink are reasonably priced. Socks are included and aren't too pricey. Several dedicated sections for parties of all sizes. I wouldn't hesitate to consider this place for a birthday party. Staff are accommodating and friendly. Be back soon.

On the crap end of what is left of The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall, someone decided to open an Indoor…read morePark that caters to younger children. It's like if someone crossed a SkyZone Trampoline Park with a McDonald's Playpen and slapped it with a coat of pastel paint and candy stickers. Sorry, CANDEE stickers. I will say that the prices are very reasonable. $25 buys you two hours of playtime. Grip socks are extra, food is extra, some of the games are extra. And the area itself is impressively clean, especially considering the number of young children traipsing about. On the negative side of things, however, the list is a bit longer. First, there's not a ton to do. Candeeland has limited space to work with and much of it is taken up by sitting areas for parents. The empty space could easily house 2-3 more small activities without sacrificing any existing areas. Still, what activities they do have are pretty intricate, with the multilevel play area having a nice array of padded areas for children to crawl through and a toddler area with nice pneumatic tube setup to delight the young. Next, even though the place is less than a year old, there's already some breakage of some of the area. There's a floor made up of touch screens that displays numerous games for kids to step on a play with. However, it's apparent that some larger kids have smacked a number of screens, causing them to go out or flicker. Which leads to my biggest issue. There are not that many people working here. This means that there are usually people minding the gate and checking if your kid is leaving with the right person. But, there aren't enough people on the floor to ensure safety or police older kids from doing things they shouldn't be doing. Candeeland really is a place that caters to those between 3-8 years of age. Older kids either don't fit on some of the slides or play a bit too rough with the environment. More than once, a screaming 12 year old almost barreled over my kid, knocked her off a slide, or hit her with one of the nerf axes. Sure, they balk when you glare at them. But, they just go back to screaming and thrashing about while their parents sleep oblivious in the corner. So, does my seven year old like Candeeland? Yes, she loved it and wants to come back. Did I like Candeeland? M'eh, not particularly. Still, I'm sure I'll be back eventually...

This aquarium is TERRIBLE! The aquatic animals in their are being neglected. The aquarium gives off…read morea dirty, unsanitary feeling. The fish tanks are not fit for the fish there and almost NONE of the fishes have the proper tank set up. They have FAKE CORAL PLANTS that are made of PLASTIC which are HORRIBLE for these animals. Not to mention the shark they have there has the WORST tank set up out of ALL. Also the turtles in the pond also have a rough set up. And one of the fishes was SICK, it was also missing some fins, overall just rough. Please DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE!!

Not enough sea life to view and enjoy. A few fish tanks and your out in the blink of an eye.read more

Good place for kids!! They have a blast!! Just pay for a hour because they burn so much energy that…read moresome kids after 60 min they are done . Note** you are charge by time you purchase! Totally recommended

This skyzone was amazing! It was very clean & had great options for its customers. The facility is…read morea good size with a really awesome sky ladder as an addition to the park. The music makes the experience really enjoyable as well. I took lots of friends and everyone said they had a blast! I highly recommend this place!!

Absolutely amazing experience for adults and kids alike! Went with my little one and husband for a…read morest. Patrick day event! It was above and beyond what I expected and we enjoyed every minute of it! St. Patrick was a highlight for my son and husband who enjoyed his spot on Irish accent very much! The scavenger hunt was sweet and well thought out with very fun prizes at the end! Everyone made new friends, the petting zoo was great too! I made friends with one of the brand new goat babies they're very sweet and tiny! My husband held a couple snakes and my little guy had fun watching the tortoises eat! If your family want to have a great time I highly recommend visiting fort cross! Incredible Photo ops everywhere! Did I mention paint ball slingshot , tomahawk throwing and archery ? Well done and family fun great for bonding! We loved the very welcoming and compassionate owners! We are already planning our next visit back!

If you are looking around Julian for an activity outside of shopping, eating and apple picking; I…read morewould recommend Fort Cross Adventures. This family owned and built setup gives an old timey backyard feel with games ranging from treasure hunt, archery, ax throwing to a large garden/nursery. Like a large backyard it is all dirt paths with over grown trees & bushes so i would not come in high heels or nice shoes. The garden area is an "instagram" worthy spot for influencer photos as it is decorated with vintage photo frames, art, pottery giving it a rustic yet artsy feel. Pictures on yelp do the venue more justice than the companies website or TripAdvisor. Dates and hours are limited, as the family runs all aspects of Fort Cross. Highly recommend confirming they are open before just heading out. My one reservation or word of caution is with the archery. There are no forearm guards or finger protection offered. The bowstring with repetitive can possibly hurt your skin and cause of injuries.

Amazing all around we love it for my 2 and 4 year old Clean…read moreand always new toys The owners are responsive and we threw a great party here for the toddlers. Highly recommend

This was my second visit here, and overall I had a good experience…read more In my opinion, the experience would be even better if the check-in process were a little easier and faster. The play area is very clean and well-maintained, which I really appreciate. I think this concept is best suited for children between 1 and 3 years old. Older kids may get bored after a while since there aren't many activities available for them. The staff members are friendly, helpful, and attentive. They made us feel welcome and were always willing to assist. The drinks were not my favorite, but since the kids get an hour of playtime, I ended up purchasing something while waiting for them to play. As for pricing, it seems comparable to other indoor playgrounds in the area. Overall, it's a nice and clean place for younger children to have fun.

What a fun indoor playground! The staff was really nice. It was really busy every time we went, so…read morejust a heads up. My child is only 15 months so 1 hr was plenty for us and cost $15 (one parent free with child entrance fee; $55 for a month membership). You do have to have slip resistance socks that they sell for $3 each. It is a little overstimulating, from all the bright/flashy lights, sounds, and colors, but was a great way for my child to burn her mid afternoon energy when it was raining. She had so much fun my husband took her back when it was super hot outside too. They have a toddler section and a climbing area that has slides and bridges. My child preferred to climb. The climbing area is parent friendly if you don't mind ducking and climbing through things. Definitely a place we'll use on repeat when the weather is awful.

Overall, the playground looked clean and felt pretty safe, which I really appreciated. My kids had…read morea good time. One thing we noticed, though, was that no employees were walking around to check on things. It would make a big difference if staff did regular rounds every 15-20 minutes to keep everything clean and in order. Also, this place seems better suited for younger kids--probably not ideal for teenagers. The music choice could be more kid-appropriate as well. With a bit more supervision and attention to those details, this could be a really great spot."