THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Bakersfield, CA
Places to Visit in Bakersfield
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Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, Murray Family Farms, The Big Red Barn, Parks, Department Stores. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, Murray Family Farms, The Big Red Barn, Parks, Department Stores. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- fromper adult (price varies by group size)₹60,794
Historical Toursfromper adult₹1,093
Private Sightseeing ToursBakersfield Puzzling Adventure
0 reviewsfromper group (up to 12)₹3,102
Scavenger Huntsfromper group (up to 10)₹1,775
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What travellers are saying
- averyfamily3U S A513 contributionsFantastic place for live music, memorabilia, and food! So glad we went here for dinner! The service and staff were fantastic! The live music and food was great! We will be back.Written 17 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jim58 contributionsGood selection of jams, jellies, honey, BBQ sauce. Most of the BBQ sauce was somewhat spicy, however - chipotle, for example. Some vegetables, although I would think the selection varies with the season. Some very good candy. Very helpful employees.Written 22 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- elizabethlascheidLos Angeles, CA5,249 contributionsCALM is a great little zoo and museum. It is so family friendly. You will love it. It is only closed on Monday. The prices are great, we paid 10$ per adult for the whole day.
Located in Bakersfield, which is fun, it is part of Kern County which has a lot to offer. The zoo is kept super clean and the staff is very friendly. It can get super hot in the summer so keep that in mind. It was fine the day we were there.
CALM has grown from a locals-only attraction to an international destination point. Visitors from around the world are attracted to the zoo to see a variety of endangered species and California’s native species. You will get to see animals and plenty of plant life that you will never see at some zoos.
They also have a rehab center for all manner of animals and your entrance fee helps to support that.
You can also rent the entire place. I know nothing about it. You would need to call them.
You will just have the best time at this little zoo on the hill. Have fun.Written 8 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Richard SAngmering, UK789 contributionsWe went with friends from Bakersfield who are members of this 'working' museum. It is a real gem that tells the story of the history of Bakersfield. We never knew about the Bakersfield sound, being second only to Nashville. The hostory of the railroad, the oil and the people.that built this city.Written 23 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Trek-AlwaysAlpharetta, GA2,515 contributionsThis is a beautiful area close to town but off the beaten path. Roads are paved and easy to follow. Lots of hiking options. Campground onsite.Written 31 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JulieinazTucson, AZ10 contributionsThe beauty of the trees and rivers will
Almost steal your heart, but there is trash on the ground everywhere, and the trash bins are overflowing.Written 7 July 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jane D4 contributionsFUN TIMES! We went to watch the races and it's an affordable place to take the family on a Saturday night. Racing and demolition derby was awesome and big fire works show every night!Written 24 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maria P4 contributionsOne of the oldest here in town and one of the small intimate place to see good show and old movies , it is nice to have historical building like placeWritten 30 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ashley G13 contributionsMy seven year old had a great time here. It’s small, but packed with great artifacts and learning opportunities about dinosaurs, sharks, native Americans, and rocks and minerals.Written 6 November 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- carrot_fixerBakersfield, CA255 contributionsBuilt for hockey, but a nice place for a concert. My wife is 4'10" so floor seats don't work for her, but since it was built for hockey, it is great for a concert. Even if someone stands in front of you, you can still seeWritten 7 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Daniel LPhnom Penh, Cambodia6 contributionsGood pool experience, pretty great Slides! Easy access via Truxton Ave and California. Very close to the Amtrak Train Station.Written 5 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- miguelacruz216Bakersfield, CA6 contributionsPeacocks geese ducks and lot wild life its nice place take your family family too bbq just dont go into the lake maybe the river but at your own risk takes a lot of tourist lives but over pl a hgood sot active spot on easterWritten 15 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
