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Things to do in Paradise

Museums — 3 places to go in Paradise, California. 2 of them publish a price. 1 has a verified saving right now.

Paradise offers a mix of museums and entertainment venues suited to different kinds of outings. The Gold Nugget Museum preserves the history of the Paradise Ridge and the 1859 discovery of the 54-pound Dogtown Nugget in local rivers, with free admission available for NARM members. The Paradise Depot Museum explores the rich heritage of the Paradise Ridge through exhibits and living history demonstrations that recreate a century of local history. For families seeking active entertainment, Paradise Playdium is a family entertainment center featuring arcade games, virtual reality experiences, laser tag, and axe throwing. Together, these attractions serve both children interested in local history and older kids looking for hands-on activities in a single town.

What this list covers

Paradise has 3 places to go: Gold Nugget Museum, Paradise Depot Museum and Paradise Playdium.

2 of them publish an admission price, 2 publish opening hours, 1 is running a verified saving.

Every figure here was read on the attraction’s own website, most recently on September 12, 2026.

How we know these are real

Savings here are quoted from the attraction’s own website, word for word. This one, for example:

“free admission to NARM-member museums across the country”

Quoted from goldnuggetmuseum.org · checked on

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Free in Paradise

One attraction in Paradise gets you in for nothing, in the venue’s own words.

  • Gold Nugget Museum

    The venue says: “Admission is free, though donations are graciously accepted.”

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Common questions

How many attractions in Paradise are running a deal?
1 of the 3 attractions in Paradise currently has a verified saving, covering 1 offer in total. Each is quoted from the attraction’s own website.
Is there anything free to do in Paradise?
1 attraction in Paradise says on its own website that admission is free. We only say free when the venue does, unqualified — a child rate priced at nothing is not a free attraction.
What kinds of attractions are included?
museums (2), theme parks (1).
Are these deals guaranteed to still be available?
No. Every deal here carries the date it was last checked on the attraction’s own website and a link straight to the page it came from, so you can confirm it before you travel. Prices and offers change without notice.
What can I do with kids who love history?
The Gold Nugget Museum tells the story of the Paradise Ridge and the discovery of a famous local nugget found in nearby rivers. The Paradise Depot Museum offers exhibits and living history demonstrations that bring a century of regional heritage to life. NARM members receive free admission to the Gold Nugget Museum.
What's good for active older kids and teenagers?
Paradise Playdium is a family entertainment center with arcade games, virtual reality experiences, laser tag, and axe throwing. These activities suit teenagers seeking more engaging entertainment than a traditional museum visit.
Can I spend a full day in Paradise with different attractions?
Yes. You could start at either museum to explore local history, then move to Paradise Playdium for hands-on entertainment. The combination of educational and active venues makes a varied day possible.