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Children's Fairyland

This ten-acre entertainment park on the shores of Lake Merritt features carousel rides, puppet shows and displays of other fairy-tale characters from well-loved stories like Johnny Appleseed, Peter Rabbit and Alice in Wonderland. The park features a puppet theatre, rides, cafe and gift shop. Children of all ages will love a trip to Children's Fairyland where they can let their imaginations run wild.

Address: 699 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland

Website: www.fairyland.org

Telephone: (510) 238 6876

Opening times: Winter: Friday to Sunday 10am-4pm; Spring and fall: Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm; Summer: Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm.

Admission: $8