Los Angeles family guide
Things to Do in Studio City with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated June 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
📍 Where Studio City is
Studio City sits in Los Angeles, Southern California. Nearest major airport: Hollywood Burbank (~5 mi / 7 km). It's roughly 10 mi (16 km) from Downtown LA and 121 mi (195 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 Studio City
Farmers markets in Studio City
Studio City Farmers Market
A popular Valley Sunday market with produce, food stalls, pony rides, and a petting zoo for kids.
Local restaurants in Studio City
Carney's
Hot dogs and chili burgers served from a bright yellow train car, a fun novelty stop for kids.
Highly Likely
Old-school-diner-style all-day cafe with breakfast bowls, burgers and coffee for the whole family.
Vitello's
A Studio City Italian mainstay since 1964, tucked in a cozy village setting — California-inspired pastas and classics in a warm, neighborly room.
Local shops in Studio City
Classic Toys
25-year Ventura Blvd fixture stocking nostalgic toys like wind-ups, marbles, and games.
Emerald Forest Gifts & Fine Crafts
Ventura Blvd shop of jewelry, bath and body, baby items, and handcrafted gifts.
Seasonal & outdoors near Studio City
The closest splash pads, patches, lights and more — distances from Studio City.
Studio City is part of the North of LA family guide — see the region's best things to do, local eats and events.
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