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

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Snorkeling Los Angeles

This isolated beach in Los Angeles is almost completely empty and we get it all to ourselves. It is a unique Treasure tucked away along …More

This isolated beach in Los Angeles is almost completely empty and we get it all to ourselves. It is a unique Treasure tucked away along...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

Cross the border from San Diego to Tijuana to have and adventure in a day trip where you will see high quality urban art. The …More

Cross the border from San Diego to Tijuana to have and adventure in a day trip where you will see high quality urban art. The...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Onewheel Board Experience

Experience surfing on land and snowboard at the beach. This is an unforgettable, one of a kind activity that will be sure to make memories …More

Experience surfing on land and snowboard at the beach. This is an unforgettable, one of a kind activity that will be sure to make memories...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Santa Monica Ice Cream Tour 4 Stops Samples and Full Scoops

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four …More

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Half Day Small Group Los Angeles Tour and Scavenger Hunt

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 …More

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...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$81
LA Half Day City Tour and 2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour Combo

Get an insider look at LA culture, history, landmarks, and hot spots. Stop at The Santa Monica Pier, The Grove/Original Farmer's Market for shopping and …More

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Get an insider look at LA culture, history, landmarks, and hot spots. Stop at The Santa Monica Pier, The Grove/Original Farmer's Market for shopping and...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$81
Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San …More

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$81
Private Surf Lesson in Venice Beach, CA

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

1 hour 30 minutes
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Private Surf Lesson at Will Roger's State Beach

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

2 hours
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Private Surf Lesson in Santa Monica Bay St

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

2 hours
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$82
A Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience

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 …More

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$82
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you …More

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Journey to Frog Rock

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver & …More

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver &...

2 hours
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$83
Carlsbad Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour with Margarita or Beer

Discover the vibrant taco scene of Carlsbad Village on this fun Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour. Explore four unique tasting locations, savoring everything from traditional …More

Discover the vibrant taco scene of Carlsbad Village on this fun Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour. Explore four unique tasting locations, savoring everything from traditional...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy …More

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$84
San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Experience the awe and wonder of one of California's  oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. With limited reserved …More

Experience the awe and wonder of one of California's  oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. With limited reserved...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$84
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
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we …More

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Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

We'd love for you to come have a blast with us on one of our electric bike tours! As the first tour provider to lead …More

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We'd love for you to come have a blast with us on one of our electric bike tours! As the first tour provider to lead...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting …More

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Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book. Continue …More

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book. Continue...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
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