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

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Los Angeles Coastline Private Helicopter from Burbank

Get ready to elevate your adventure to new heights with our 30-minute Los Angeles Coastline Helicopter Tour! This isn't just a tour; it's a front-row …More

Get ready to elevate your adventure to new heights with our 30-minute Los Angeles Coastline Helicopter Tour! This isn't just a tour; it's a front-row...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$531
Lake Tahoe Small Group Tour from Cupertino

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both …More

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$385
Full Day Yosemite National Park Tour from Oakland

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both …More

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both...

13 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$425
Anaheim Food tour in Little Arabia District-mediterranean cuisine

Explore the rich and diverse flavors of the Middle East on this guided walking food tour in Anaheim. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this …More

Explore the rich and diverse flavors of the Middle East on this guided walking food tour in Anaheim. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Private Cooking Demonstration of Indian Fusion Cuisine in San Diego

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Nenu, an avid traveler and a self-taught cook. This is a perfect …More

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Nenu, an avid traveler and a self-taught cook. This is a perfect...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$239
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Los Angeles

Get ready for an unforgettable photographic journey through LA iconic destinations! We’ll guide you on a relaxed exploration of the City most photogenic landmarks, showcasing …More

Get ready for an unforgettable photographic journey through LA iconic destinations! We’ll guide you on a relaxed exploration of the City most photogenic landmarks, showcasing...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$124
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
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

Unleash your adventurous side with our Unlimited Games Package! This pass grants you the freedom to explore Monterey's delights while indulging in some truly unique …More

Unleash your adventurous side with our Unlimited Games Package! This pass grants you the freedom to explore Monterey's delights while indulging in some truly unique...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$24
Santa Monica Bike Rentals

This experience is perfect for families, solo riders, couples, and friend groups. Explore Santa Monica like a local! Start in Santa Monica by the the …More

This experience is perfect for families, solo riders, couples, and friend groups. Explore Santa Monica like a local! Start in Santa Monica by the the...

2 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$22
Golden Gate Bridge Electric Bike Rental

We are only 3 blocks away from the waterfront bike path which leads to the Golden Gate Bridge for less than 3 miles. Let the …More

We are only 3 blocks away from the waterfront bike path which leads to the Golden Gate Bridge for less than 3 miles. Let the...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$94
Griffith Observatory Electric Mountain Bike Tour

What sets this experience apart is the rare combination of adventure and culture in a single tour. Guests ride top-tier electric mountain bikes on quiet …More

What sets this experience apart is the rare combination of adventure and culture in a single tour. Guests ride top-tier electric mountain bikes on quiet...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$129
Solvang Kids Viking Tour with Viking Museum Entry

Transform your kids into Vikings for a day on this engaging adventure in Solvang. Children will embark on a quest that includes a scavenger hunt …More

Transform your kids into Vikings for a day on this engaging adventure in Solvang. Children will embark on a quest that includes a scavenger hunt...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Semi Private Surfing Lessons at Venice Beach

Discover the thrill of catching waves with expert-led surfing lessons with us, located on the iconic shores of Venice Beach, Los Angeles. With over thirty …More

Discover the thrill of catching waves with expert-led surfing lessons with us, located on the iconic shores of Venice Beach, Los Angeles. With over thirty...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Alcatraz Night Ticket With North Beach Walking Tour

Alcatraz is different at dusk. Crowds thin as the daytime visitors depart, and the island feels quieter, more isolated. This atmospheric, cultural experience begins in …More

Alcatraz is different at dusk. Crowds thin as the daytime visitors depart, and the island feels quieter, more isolated. This atmospheric, cultural experience begins in...

4 hours
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$99
General Admission Ticket to the Giant House

Step into the Giant’s House in Hollywood! Built to scale for giants, this unique house features rooms that are larger than life, with furniture and …More

Step into the Giant’s House in Hollywood! Built to scale for giants, this unique house features rooms that are larger than life, with furniture and...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
Downtown LA in French: Historic District and Little Tokyo

Discover Downtown LA through a 3h30 walking tour that reveals its fascinating history and architectural treasures. Walk through the historic district, admire iconic buildings such …More

Discover Downtown LA through a 3h30 walking tour that reveals its fascinating history and architectural treasures. Walk through the historic district, admire iconic buildings such...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$72
Los Angeles Private Walking Tour with a Local

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up …More

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up...

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$55
Full-Day San Francisco Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way …More

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

Parasailing is unique among water activities because it combines the thrill of flying with the scenic views of being over water. Unlike traditional water sports …More

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Parasailing is unique among water activities because it combines the thrill of flying with the scenic views of being over water. Unlike traditional water sports...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$99
Hidden Los Angeles Private Photo Tour - Best for social media

Discover Los Angeles Through the Lens At Laphotour, we transform the vibrant cityscape of Los Angeles into your personal photo adventure. Whether you're a professional …More

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Discover Los Angeles Through the Lens At Laphotour, we transform the vibrant cityscape of Los Angeles into your personal photo adventure. Whether you're a professional...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
Professional Photoshoot in Los Angeles

Private, customizable photoshoot in LA's most iconic spots - perfect for social media, fashion, and timeless memories …More

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Private, customizable photoshoot in LA's most iconic spots - perfect for social media, fashion, and timeless memories...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$120
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