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

Explore the rich history of South Los Angeles on a 3-hour guided car tour through the Crenshaw District. Enjoy sightseeing along palm tree–lined streets while...
$85

Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take...
$72

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...
$49

Enjoy an LED Clear Kayak Tour suitable for the whole family! Our LED Glow tour is a truly unique way to enjoy an evening on...
$178

Explore the eclectic food scene of Silver Lake, the “Brooklyn of the West”, with Delicious Dish Tours. With an expert guide, experience LA’s hippest neighborhood...
$167

This is the ultimate Yosemite sightseeing experience and the best way to see Yosemite in just one day. We'll start off exploring a grove of...
$400

Enjoy an amazing 5-7 hour long tour to Puerto Nuevo for lobster. Tour starts from the Chula Vista E Street trolley station in San Diego...
$189

This is really a local's favorite hike in Big Bear that goes to one of the least known scenic lake viewpoints in Big Bear. What...
$82

Santa Rosa Bike & Wine Tour
Experience the beautiful rolling hills of the world famous Russian River Valley vineyards as we leisurely ride up close with high quality regular bikes. Enjoy...
$235

Embark on a Thrilling Sidecar Adventure in San Luis Obispo! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to ride in a sidecar through stunning vineyards and get...
$45

This activity is for everyone of all skill levels. You don't need any experience. You don’t even have to know how to swim. It's very...
$80

Encinitas Food Tour
You will learn about the origins of Encinitas while you sample unique local & favorite tastings from neighborhood restaurants, cafes, and specialty food stores. Behind...
$96

This tour explores the very beginnings of Sacramento, from Sutter’s colony Nueva Helvecia to food tastings in current at hidden gems locals! You’ll learn about...
$109

Vernal and Nevada Falls
Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Yosemite National Park on...
$220

San Diego Vegan Food Tour
Eat your way through San Diego! People of any diet will enjoy themselves as we indulge on some of the most delicious food in San...
$89

Tea By The Sea
Imagine sipping tea by the sea and savoring local treats where the stunning ocean view and soothing sound of waves create a tranquil backdrop. The...
$150

Most surf schools will get you to stand up your first time surfing. They all say so. And for your typical surf instructor, it’s easy...
$185

This seasonal tour departing the Mariposa/Midpines/El Portal areas allows you the opportunity to view the highlights of Yosemite Valley and Glacier Point Enjoy Glacier Point...
$200

Venture into the depths of Monterey Bay for an unforgettable small-group whale watching experience aboard Enocean's 27-foot Robalo. Departing from Moss Landing Harbor, this tour...
$225

Accompanied by our French guides who have been living in Los Angeles for years, come and discover Venice Beach and Santa Monica by bike. This...
$127

Living within minutes of Sequoia, Kings Canyon and Yosemite National parks all my life I have spent most of my life exploring all these parks...
$299

