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

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay. This small-group sail is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends looking...
$99

The Haight-Ashbury neighborhood was the center of the counter-culture movement and the Summer of Love. I'll bring its bohemian history to life and even share...
$37

Begin your stargazing adventure by meeting your guide, then sit back and watch as the valley transforms. Thousands of stars appearing, constellations sharpening into view,...
$90

Join our Highlights Tour for an insider's view of America's most glamorous city! Unlike other tours we keep our groups private and under 15 people...
$269

Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour | 3 Hours | Food & Drink Included Explore downtown San Luis Obispo on this small-group food...
$199

Experience a full-day narrated tour of Los Angeles, exploring the city’s most iconic landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and top photo spots. Led by a local guide,...
$115

Kayak one of the few remaining sections of undeveloped, scenic coastline in California, home to more than 1,500 plant and animal species. This popular, 3-hour kayaking trip...
$122

I craft one four-hour adventure each morning just for the small group and unique goings on in the City that day. The itinerary is open...
$148

Private Surf Lessons in Malibu
Everyone who visits California wants to go surfing. It’s what California stands for. There are many places to surf in California but Malibu is on...
$135

Join the behind the scenes of the first historical and food tour of North Beach. Enjoy tasting high local foods, see how these culinary delights...
$89

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

Ghosts of San Diego Walking Tour
When you purchase your tickets directly from Ghost City you're in for a stress free, easy, and enjoyable experience. The Ghosts of San Diego will...
$30

Exploring Tahoe National Forest is a wonderful activity any time of the year and at any time of day. There is an extra level of...
$90

This is a great way to get an overview of Kings Canyon National Park and see all of the iconic sites in a small guided...
$300

Get a comprehensive look at San Francisco and learn a bit of city history along the way. This 4-hours sightseeing tour travels by smaller bus/van...
$145

These two high-quality, separate-departure tours can be done on the same day or over more than one day. First, choose a date from the schedule...
$152

During your Wine Country experience, you’ll visit a variety of winery estates from organic boutique wineries to famous mainstream wineries. Many of the wineries that...
$110

Kayak on the San Diego Bay
What makes this experience unique is that the majority of the areas you can visit are only accessible by kayak or paddle board....
$20

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by...
$55

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

Experience the vibrant beachside city of Santa Monica with Delicious Dish Tours. While enjoying views of the ocean, the mountains, and the famous pier, taste...
$181

