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

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Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica

Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our …More

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Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Electric Bike Rentals in Dana Point

E-bike rental to explore Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Beach and it's beautiful surroundings. Get exercise or just go for fun! …More

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E-bike rental to explore Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Beach and it's beautiful surroundings. Get exercise or just go for fun!...

2 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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San Diego Balboa Park Highlights Small Group Tour with Coffee

Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s most iconic destinations, but with more than 1,200 acres of museums, gardens, and historic architecture, it can be …More

Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s most iconic destinations, but with more than 1,200 acres of museums, gardens, and historic architecture, it can be...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid

Explore the city sights and rugged hills around Santa Barbara with an electric, mountain or hybrid bike 1- or 2-day rental. Get around town easily …More

Explore the city sights and rugged hills around Santa Barbara with an electric, mountain or hybrid bike 1- or 2-day rental. Get around town easily...

Flexible Free Cancellation
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$60
Joshua Tree Natural Wonders Walk: Plants, Animals and Rocks

***due to high heat 10am hikes might be canceled. We can discuss what that looks like if you decided to book a 10am hike at …More

***due to high heat 10am hikes might be canceled. We can discuss what that looks like if you decided to book a 10am hike at...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$60
Happiest Magical LA Tour

Avoid the crowds and travel with US and we'll show you why Hollywood is the Entertainment Center of Los Angeles. From the Hollywood sign up …More

Avoid the crowds and travel with US and we'll show you why Hollywood is the Entertainment Center of Los Angeles. From the Hollywood sign up...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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Alcatraz City Cruises Official Admission Ticket

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 …More

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...

3 hours
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$60
Tea with hummingbirds at a Hummingbird Sanctuary

Visit the enchanting Hummingbird Sanctuary, a peaceful retreat where nature and beauty intertwine. This haven is filled with hundreds of hummingbirds that thrive here year-round. …More

Visit the enchanting Hummingbird Sanctuary, a peaceful retreat where nature and beauty intertwine. This haven is filled with hundreds of hummingbirds that thrive here year-round....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Catalina Nighttime Flying Fish and Undersea Adventure Cruise

See Catalina Come Alive After Dark! Experience Catalina’s coastline after dark aboard the Sea View Glass Bottom Boat on this 55-minute nighttime adventure cruise. Cruise …More

See Catalina Come Alive After Dark! Experience Catalina’s coastline after dark aboard the Sea View Glass Bottom Boat on this 55-minute nighttime adventure cruise. Cruise...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
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San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding …More

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Whale Watching Tour Monterey California

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected …More

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure

Enjoy the best sightseeing on the San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated tour provided by The San Diego Natural History Museum of San Diego's whale-watching …More

Enjoy the best sightseeing on the San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated tour provided by The San Diego Natural History Museum of San Diego's whale-watching...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Hollywood and Beverly Hills Half-Day Tour with Exclusive Stops

Enjoy this unique experience in a custom tour vehicle. Board at a convenient Hollywood location and enjoy a fun sightseeing tour of the Hollywood area, …More

Enjoy this unique experience in a custom tour vehicle. Board at a convenient Hollywood location and enjoy a fun sightseeing tour of the Hollywood area,...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Two-Hour Luxury Whale Watching Tour from Oceanside

Every trip is guided by a certified marine naturalist who offers live narration and expert insight into the incredible marine life we encounter. Onboard, you'll …More

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Every trip is guided by a certified marine naturalist who offers live narration and expert insight into the incredible marine life we encounter. Onboard, you'll...

2 hours
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$64
San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million …More

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
Lake Tahoe-Hike Year Round With a Local

I would love to be your Tahoe local friend and lead you on a 2 mile hike to a beautiful overlook of Emerald Bay and …More

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I would love to be your Tahoe local friend and lead you on a 2 mile hike to a beautiful overlook of Emerald Bay and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
Redwoods of Marin and Mt. Tamalpais Walking Tour with Local Guide

See Marin's world-famous redwoods without the crowds on your moderately strenuous, 3 to 4-hour, guided small-group tour led by an expert local guide. Access the …More

See Marin's world-famous redwoods without the crowds on your moderately strenuous, 3 to 4-hour, guided small-group tour led by an expert local guide. Access the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique …More

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental with Sausalito Ferry Return

Measuring 48 square miles, San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities, and world-class cuisine. Dotted with landmarks like the Golden …More

Measuring 48 square miles, San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities, and world-class cuisine. Dotted with landmarks like the Golden...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$64
Historic Houseboat Tour

Visit Sausalito’s famed houseboats and learn the storied history of one of the bay’s most iconic landmarks on this 2 hour walking tour.  Hear stories …More

Visit Sausalito’s famed houseboats and learn the storied history of one of the bay’s most iconic landmarks on this 2 hour walking tour.  Hear stories...

2 hours
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$65
San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from …More

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Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$65
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