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

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From LA: Catalina Island with Zipline Tour and Hotel Pickup

Spend a day in paradise on this Adventure to Catalina Island. A day you will remember for the rest of your life! With its year …More

Spend a day in paradise on this Adventure to Catalina Island. A day you will remember for the rest of your life! With its year...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$338
Wine Country Half-Day Bike Tour from Solvang - w/o Lunch

Daily guided wine country bicycle tours include local professional cycling tour guide, wine & olive oil tasting, as well as bike rentals. Our guests have …More

Daily guided wine country bicycle tours include local professional cycling tour guide, wine & olive oil tasting, as well as bike rentals. Our guests have...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$200
Olive Oil, Cheese, and Wine Tasting with Local Expert

After 10 years in Italy and a Master’s in Food Philosophy and Sustainability, I’ve come back to my hometown to delve into the food scene …More

After 10 years in Italy and a Master’s in Food Philosophy and Sustainability, I’ve come back to my hometown to delve into the food scene...

2 hours
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$129
Golden Gate Park's Hidden Gems, Highlights and History

There's truly no better way to explore the many highlights and hidden gems of Golden Gate Park than with your own personal local meteorologist and …More

There's truly no better way to explore the many highlights and hidden gems of Golden Gate Park than with your own personal local meteorologist and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Big Bear Fall Colors Hiking Tour in Southern California

This hiking tour is hands down the best way to experience the best fall colors in all of southern California. It's hard to know where …More

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This hiking tour is hands down the best way to experience the best fall colors in all of southern California. It's hard to know where...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in San Francisco

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We're not just photographers, we're storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing …More

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We're not just photographers, we're storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$125
Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17 …More

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17...

3 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$197
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading …More

Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

No other surf company locally has this product because they can't do it right like we do. This is a private group surf lesson for …More

No other surf company locally has this product because they can't do it right like we do. This is a private group surf lesson for...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$135
Alameda First Walking Food Tour

Stroll through the charming streets of Alameda as we visit local favorites and hidden gems, from cozy neighborhood eateries to lively spots in the downtown. …More

Stroll through the charming streets of Alameda as we visit local favorites and hidden gems, from cozy neighborhood eateries to lively spots in the downtown....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a …More

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour

This tour will take guests through these unique communities in North San Diego County; Solana Beach, Encinitas, Cardiff by-the-Sea and Annie's Canyon Trail. This tour …More

This tour will take guests through these unique communities in North San Diego County; Solana Beach, Encinitas, Cardiff by-the-Sea and Annie's Canyon Trail. This tour...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Easy and Elegant French Cooking Class with Wine near Laguna Beach

Experience a unique French-Californian cooking class in a stunning Southern California coastal home with Ann and Rick. This warm, food-loving couple brings a wealth of …More

Experience a unique French-Californian cooking class in a stunning Southern California coastal home with Ann and Rick. This warm, food-loving couple brings a wealth of...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$159
Golden Gate Park Twilight Wildlife Walking Tour

This is the only tour that focuses on not just the history, but the native wildlife of Golden Gate Park. A perfect tour for new …More

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This is the only tour that focuses on not just the history, but the native wildlife of Golden Gate Park. A perfect tour for new...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Big Sur Electric Bike Tour Along Old Coast Road

Discover one of the most scenic rides in the world on our electric bikes. Famous for its beauty, Big Sur offers the ultimate experience to …More

Discover one of the most scenic rides in the world on our electric bikes. Famous for its beauty, Big Sur offers the ultimate experience to...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
Private Palm Springs Cooking Class with Chef Stephen in La Quinta

Join your host in their Coachella Valley home for a cooking class and in-home dining experience. Learn about life in the Coachella Valley and enjoy cuisine …More

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Join your host in their Coachella Valley home for a cooking class and in-home dining experience. Learn about life in the Coachella Valley and enjoy cuisine...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$259
Guided Historic La Jolla Village Walking Tour

Welcome to the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" – your gateway to an extraordinary adventure in the heart of La Jolla! Our expert local guide …More

Welcome to the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" – your gateway to an extraordinary adventure in the heart of La Jolla! Our expert local guide...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Big Sur Sightseeing Tour

What makes this Big Sur tour truly unique is our over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in guiding educational adventures through the majestic Monterey County, …More

What makes this Big Sur tour truly unique is our over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in guiding educational adventures through the majestic Monterey County,...

3 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$215
Yosemite 3 Day Tour from Los Angeles and Orange County

Yosemite National Park 3-Day Adventure from Orange County & Los Angeles Available Dates: July 11–13, July 24–26, Aug 7–9, Aug 14–16, Sept 4–6, Sept 11–13, …More

Yosemite National Park 3-Day Adventure from Orange County & Los Angeles Available Dates: July 11–13, July 24–26, Aug 7–9, Aug 14–16, Sept 4–6, Sept 11–13,...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$950
Hollywood Sign Hiking: Explore Griffith Park

Reach the famous Hollywood Sign on a universally accessible hike through the picturesque Griffith Park Hills. This 3-hour tour allows you to discover the fascinating …More

Reach the famous Hollywood Sign on a universally accessible hike through the picturesque Griffith Park Hills. This 3-hour tour allows you to discover the fascinating...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Shore Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Just minutes from your cruise ship, you can disembark and join us on a variety of departure times for our Muir Woods Tour available at 8:30am …More

Just minutes from your cruise ship, you can disembark and join us on a variety of departure times for our Muir Woods Tour available at 8:30am...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$84
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