Los Angeles family guide
Things to Do in Lynwood with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated August 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
Lynwood on the map
📍 Where Lynwood is
Lynwood sits in Los Angeles, Southern California. Nearest major airport: Long Beach (~8 mi / 13 km). It's roughly 9 mi (14 km) from Downtown LA and 103 mi (166 km) from San Diego — SoCal traffic can make a drive take far longer than the distance suggests, so plan around it.
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Things to do in Lynwood
Lynwood City Park
A 23-acre park at 11301 Bullis Rd with two children's play areas, a skate park, a roughly 1-mile walking path, an outdoor fitness zone, five picnic shelters, ball fields and tennis and basketball courts. It has restrooms and a concession stand, and the shelters can be reserved for parties.
Free
Lynwood Natatorium
An indoor, heated, 50-meter Olympic-size pool at 3770 MLK Jr Blvd, open since 1953, with a one-meter diving stand, sun deck and locker rooms. Being indoors, it works on hot or smoggy days, but public swim times aren't posted online, so call first.
Public swim fees not published online; call (310) 886-0414
Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham (Burke-Ham) Park
A 9-acre park at 11832 Atlantic Ave with a playground, a ¾-mile walking path with exercise stations, a baseball field, a basketball court and two picnic areas with charcoal grills. Restrooms and a concession stand are on site.
FreeSenator Lara Linear Park
A 5.25-acre, five-block linear park at 3850 Fernwood Ave with a 1-mile walking trail, community art, two playgrounds, two dog parks, a community garden and a covered pavilion. The long, narrow layout suits kids on scooters and bikes.
FreeLocal restaurants in Lynwood
La Pasta Italian Cafe
Family-owned Italian cafe at 3614 MLK Jr Blvd putting its own twist on traditional Italian dishes, with pasta, lasagna and pizza. Dine-in, takeout, catering and online ordering. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm and Sun 11am–8pm.
Hacienda Mariana Mexican Restaurant
A Mexican comfort-food restaurant at 11035 Long Beach Blvd, Unit 1 known for menudo, pozole tradicional, albondigas, caldo de res, birria de res and chilaquiles with handmade tortillas, open daily from 8am with pickup and delivery.
El Torogoz Pupuseria & Restaurante
Salvadoran restaurant at 10406 Long Beach Blvd serving handmade pupusas and traditional Salvadoran dishes with tamarind and horchata drinks. Open Mon–Thu 11am–9pm and Fri–Sun 11am–10pm.
Ten-Raku All You Can Eat Korean BBQ
All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ at 3102 E Imperial Hwy with dine-in and takeout, and a call-ahead note for group orders. Its site lists no hours or prices, so call before going.
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Lynwood family FAQ
What are the best things to do in Lynwood with kids?
Family favorites in and around Lynwood include Lynwood City Park, Lynwood Natatorium, Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham (Burke-Ham) Park and Senator Lara Linear Park. Our guide lists 4 spots, each with a price note and practical tips where we have them.
Are there free things to do in Lynwood?
Yes — free family spots near Lynwood include Lynwood City Park, Yvonne Burke-John D. Ham (Burke-Ham) Park and Senator Lara Linear Park. Our free things to do page lists more across Southern California.
Where can families eat in Lynwood?
Local, family-friendly spots in Lynwood include La Pasta Italian Cafe, Hacienda Mariana Mexican Restaurant, El Torogoz Pupuseria & Restaurante and Ten-Raku All You Can Eat Korean BBQ — independent, SoCal-only eateries, never national chains.
What does the YourSoCal Lynwood guide cover?
Our Lynwood family guide includes 4 things to do and 4 local eats — with independent, non-chain eats and shops.
Listings are curated and may change — confirm hours and details before you go.
Where to stay in Lynwood
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