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

See Yosemite’s most iconic views in one relaxed 3‑hour walk while your naturalist guide brings 15,000 years of geology, wildlife, and human history to life....
$140

Come Ride Half Moon Bay's ocean scenic and historic downtown tour. Ride to all the breathtaking sights, both scenic and historic. Enjoy Half Moon Bay's...
$110

Make the best of your trip to San Francisco by joining the most engaging historical and food tour in Chinatown. Enjoy tasting homemade Dim Sum,...
$85

Step into Hidden Valley, where something extraordinary awaits. Tara, your scavenger hunt game show host, will curate a unique adventure just for you. Embark on...
$33

Fun Movie Star Homes Tour
See Hollywood and it's surroundings in a fun, windowless bus which allows for excellent views without obstructions in less than 2 hours. The tours depart...
$29

Experience the ultimate helicopter adventure above the stunning attractions of Los Angeles! Our most popular tour takes you on an unforgettable journey, providing intimate aerial...
$607

Escape the city and discover the dramatic desert landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group day trip from Los Angeles. Travel east across...
$219

Paddle away on a two-hour adventure through the shimmering waters of Mission Bay in San Diego aboard your unique, clear illuminated kayaks. With expert local...
$89

Daily guided wine country bicycle tours include local professional cycling tour guide, locally-sourced farm-to-table picnic lunch, wine & olive oil tasting, as well as bike...
$175

Our expert captains are all licensed by the United States Coast Guard and are sure to offer your family the safest experience while flying high...
$99

Our company has been providing exceptional Sequoia National Park tours for over 24 years! We’ll take the stress out of navigating the park so you...
$299

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....
$55

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military...
$60

Take part in an amazing race – part sightseeing tour, part scavenger hunt! This fun-filled 5-hour small-group tour offers a unique and interactive way to explore...
$81

This one day excursion gets you two iconic attractions combining Muir Woods visit visit to Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy a hybrid of light driver narration...
$85

Sunset Kayak Tour in Tahoe City
Kayaking the lake at dusk is always a magical experience. Imagine yourself gliding across the clear waters of Lake Tahoe as they change from emerald...
$75

Join Ghost City Tours for a chilling walk through Hollywood's haunted past. 'Ghosts of Hollywood' takes you beyond the glitz and glamour to explore the...
$30

TNT offers an affordable and safe way to travel to Universal Studios. Our professional drivers will take the stress and hassle away of driving through...
$89

We offer the only Paddle Board and Kayak Lessons and Rentals accessing the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge....
$25

Our powerful eBikes will let you climb the steep hills of Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea with ease! With over 40 miles of scenic coastline to...
$56

California has a rich donut history, and on this tour, you'll explore the best of West Hollywood's donut scene. We start at fōnuts, an unconventional...
$70

