The best family-friendly activities in California for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

California, USA
10AM-1:00PM Tahoe City 3-Hour Single Kayak Rental

Paddle along the historic western shore of Lake Tahoe with a three hour kayak rental in Tahoe City.  Enjoy crystal clear waters and stunning mountain views of one of …More

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Paddle along the historic western shore of Lake Tahoe with a three hour kayak rental in Tahoe City.  Enjoy crystal clear waters and stunning mountain views of one of...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$67
South Fork Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip from Lotus (Class 2-3+)

With all the wildflowers, trees, wildlife, and sunshine keeping your senses occupied, it’s easy to forget that you are getting ready to paddle into some …More

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With all the wildflowers, trees, wildlife, and sunshine keeping your senses occupied, it’s easy to forget that you are getting ready to paddle into some...

3 hours 30 minutes
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$103
90-Minute Sunset Tour Aboard Wine Therapy

The Golden Gate Bridge at golden hour, from the water. Wine Therapy is a classic 1958 45-foot wooden yacht. Small groups, full bar, local wines, …More

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The Golden Gate Bridge at golden hour, from the water. Wine Therapy is a classic 1958 45-foot wooden yacht. Small groups, full bar, local wines,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$95
Ocean Wonders: Catalina Island's Immersive Movie Experience

More than 15,000 happy guests and counting! Experience the oceans like never before! This truly unique immersive experience takes you on a thirty minute virtual …More

More than 15,000 happy guests and counting! Experience the oceans like never before! This truly unique immersive experience takes you on a thirty minute virtual...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$30
Walking History Tour on Catalina Island

Avalon History Tours is a small family-owned business located on Catalina Island. We offer an authentic and immersive experience led by knowledgeable guides who are …More

Avalon History Tours is a small family-owned business located on Catalina Island. We offer an authentic and immersive experience led by knowledgeable guides who are...

45 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart

Our tour is the only wind farm tour on a private wind farm. We are the first commercial wind farm in the San Gorgonia Pass. …More

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Our tour is the only wind farm tour on a private wind farm. We are the first commercial wind farm in the San Gorgonia Pass....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$55
Queen Mary General Admission Self-Guided Experience

Step aboard the legendary Queen Mary in Long Beach and discover one of the world’s most famous ocean liners. From her glamorous Art Deco design …More

Step aboard the legendary Queen Mary in Long Beach and discover one of the world’s most famous ocean liners. From her glamorous Art Deco design...

2 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Beach Tour with Hotel Pickup

This top-rated Los Angeles city tour makes seeing the highlights easy from start to finish. With round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off included, you can relax …More

This top-rated Los Angeles city tour makes seeing the highlights easy from start to finish. With round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off included, you can relax...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$95
Los Angeles: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Explore the Glitz and Glamour of Hollywood and the laid-back sunshine of the Pacific coast as you explore Los Angeles with Big Bus. Enjoy the …More

Explore the Glitz and Glamour of Hollywood and the laid-back sunshine of the Pacific coast as you explore Los Angeles with Big Bus. Enjoy the...

100 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
San Diego Zoo and Safari Park 2-Visit Pass Ticket

With thousands of wild animals including many on the endangered species list, its no wonder that San Diego Zoo is world famous. With more than …More

With thousands of wild animals including many on the endangered species list, its no wonder that San Diego Zoo is world famous. With more than...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$133
City Tour of Los Angeles from Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Terminals

Disembarking from a cruise ship at san Pedro cruise terminal, or Long Beach cruise terminal? Then this tour is for you. Explore the iconic sights …More

Disembarking from a cruise ship at san Pedro cruise terminal, or Long Beach cruise terminal? Then this tour is for you. Explore the iconic sights...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
LA: Hop-on Hop-off Tour plus TMZ Hollywood Celebrity Tour

Join the TMZ Celebrity Tour and see the REAL Hollywood on the 2-hour TMZ Celebrity Tour. The tour travels through Hollywood, The Sunset Strip, Beverly …More

Join the TMZ Celebrity Tour and see the REAL Hollywood on the 2-hour TMZ Celebrity Tour. The tour travels through Hollywood, The Sunset Strip, Beverly...

100 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$99
West Harbor LA 45-Minute Narrated Harbor Cruise of San Pedro

Join us as we explore the amazing Port of Los Angeles, the busiest harbor in the Western Hemisphere. You'll learn the history of the port …More

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Join us as we explore the amazing Port of Los Angeles, the busiest harbor in the Western Hemisphere. You'll learn the history of the port...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
Classic Safari Adventure at Safari West

Discover the wild side of Sonoma County on an exhilarating 3-hour safari at Safari West. Climb aboard a custom safari vehicle and embark on a …More

Discover the wild side of Sonoma County on an exhilarating 3-hour safari at Safari West. Climb aboard a custom safari vehicle and embark on a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$110
Los Angeles Bubble Planet Immersive Interactive Experience

Bubble Planet invites guests into a whimsical, immersive world where bubbles come to life through more than ten interactive environments designed to spark wonder, imagination, …More

Bubble Planet invites guests into a whimsical, immersive world where bubbles come to life through more than ten interactive environments designed to spark wonder, imagination,...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
From San Francisco: Yosemite & Giant Sequoias in Small Group

Explore glacially-formed cliffs, wildflower-speckled meadows, and hike to the towering Sequoias in the heart of Yosemite’s dynamic wilderness. Immerse yourself in our day-long tour with …More

Explore glacially-formed cliffs, wildflower-speckled meadows, and hike to the towering Sequoias in the heart of Yosemite’s dynamic wilderness. Immerse yourself in our day-long tour with...

14 hours Free Cancellation
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$209
Hollywood Night Tour with Griffith Observatory Stop

Embark on a 90-minute journey through the City of Angels to see life under the enchanting night sky. Starting at the iconic Dolby Theatre, home …More

Embark on a 90-minute journey through the City of Angels to see life under the enchanting night sky. Starting at the iconic Dolby Theatre, home...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Experience the magic of cinema through the lens of those who participate in the creative, collaborative process of filmmaking. The museum is conveniently located on …More

Experience the magic of cinema through the lens of those who participate in the creative, collaborative process of filmmaking. The museum is conveniently located on...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
Downtown San Francisco Architecture & Public Art Tour

Explore San Francisco’s Central Business District on a 2.5 hour walking tour that showcases its stunning architecture, captivating public art, and vibrant public spaces. Discover …More

Explore San Francisco’s Central Business District on a 2.5 hour walking tour that showcases its stunning architecture, captivating public art, and vibrant public spaces. Discover...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

Awaken your senses and tickle your taste buds on this culinary journey through San Francisco's famous Ferry Building! Sample San Francisco's bounty of local, seasonally …More

Awaken your senses and tickle your taste buds on this culinary journey through San Francisco's famous Ferry Building! Sample San Francisco's bounty of local, seasonally...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$95
Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

Learning to surf with Sandbar Surf School is a lifetime bucket list thing that you will never forget. We are the premier surf school in …More

Learning to surf with Sandbar Surf School is a lifetime bucket list thing that you will never forget. We are the premier surf school in...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$125
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