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

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Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, and Sausalito Coastal Experience

Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San …More

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Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$195
Nightfall at Filoli

Travelers can see halloween take over Filoli with hundreds of pumpkins, scarecrows and a spooky house. …More

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Travelers can see halloween take over Filoli with hundreds of pumpkins, scarecrows and a spooky house....

1 to 2 hours
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$55
Visit Venice Beach Neighborhood: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighborhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch …More

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighborhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Cultura y Comida: Mission District Food & Culture Tour

Explore the Mission District with someone who actually grew up here! With one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in the world, our rich Latino …More

Explore the Mission District with someone who actually grew up here! With one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in the world, our rich Latino...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Huntington Harbour Stand Up Paddleboard Tour

Begin your stand up paddleboarding journey with an engaging land-based lesson from an experienced guide who covers the essentials of water safety and paddling techniques. …More

Begin your stand up paddleboarding journey with an engaging land-based lesson from an experienced guide who covers the essentials of water safety and paddling techniques....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Mission District food and history Walking Tour: Small group

Be part of our exclusive sightseeing walking tour through San Francisco’s Mission district. We will explore the food and history of one of the most …More

Be part of our exclusive sightseeing walking tour through San Francisco’s Mission district. We will explore the food and history of one of the most...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$99
San Francisco Chinatown and North Beach Highlights Walking Tour

Buckle up for a whirlwind adventure with our Top 10 San Francisco Highlights Tour! From the legendary Chinatown—bigger and tastier than you can imagine—to the …More

Buckle up for a whirlwind adventure with our Top 10 San Francisco Highlights Tour! From the legendary Chinatown—bigger and tastier than you can imagine—to the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Morning Half Day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour

This tour offers a truly distinctive Carmel Valley experience, highlighted by exclusive access to Bernardus Winery's Ingrid’s Vineyard for a unique educational walk led by …More

This tour offers a truly distinctive Carmel Valley experience, highlighted by exclusive access to Bernardus Winery's Ingrid’s Vineyard for a unique educational walk led by...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$223
Whale Watching with O’side Whales

Looking for a whale watching tour that’s fast, personal, and unforgettable? At O’side Whales, we keep our groups small—just 6 passengers—so every seat is the …More

Looking for a whale watching tour that’s fast, personal, and unforgettable? At O’side Whales, we keep our groups small—just 6 passengers—so every seat is the...

2 hours 30 minutes
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$100
Shared San Diego Tour From South Orange County

The Shared San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from South Orange County Explore San Diego’s top highlights on this full-day shared tour with pickup from …More

The Shared San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from South Orange County Explore San Diego’s top highlights on this full-day shared tour with pickup from...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
Los Angeles: Venice Beach, Muscle Beach & Santa Monica Tour

Experience the legendary beach culture of Los Angeles on a guided walking tour through Venice Beach and Santa Monica, two of California’s most iconic coastal …More

Experience the legendary beach culture of Los Angeles on a guided walking tour through Venice Beach and Santa Monica, two of California’s most iconic coastal...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$55
Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco

The Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco is designed for travelers who want a more flexible and enjoyable way to experience both Napa and Sonoma …More

The Wine Country Shuttle from San Francisco is designed for travelers who want a more flexible and enjoyable way to experience both Napa and Sonoma...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Santa Monica Illusion Magic Lounge Ticket

An evening of magic unfolds at Illusion Magic Lounge, where multiple styles of magic come to life in a captivating setting. Enjoy ambient strolling magicians …More

An evening of magic unfolds at Illusion Magic Lounge, where multiple styles of magic come to life in a captivating setting. Enjoy ambient strolling magicians...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Yosemite’s High Country Adaptive Tour

Experience the beauty and grandeur of sub alpine lakes and rivers, high mountain meadows, snow capped peaks and the unique flora and fauna in Yosemite's …More

Experience the beauty and grandeur of sub alpine lakes and rivers, high mountain meadows, snow capped peaks and the unique flora and fauna in Yosemite's...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$180
Magical Muir Woods Car Tour (Private & All-Inclusive)

Our San Francisco Muir Woods Tour will take you to the most incredible spots from San Francisco to Muir Woods National Park all in one …More

Our San Francisco Muir Woods Tour will take you to the most incredible spots from San Francisco to Muir Woods National Park all in one...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$404
San Francisco Bay Cruise and City Combo Tour

During the city tour, you'll see major attractions of the city, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides. You'll have about 5 stops to take …More

During the city tour, you'll see major attractions of the city, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides. You'll have about 5 stops to take...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$155
Lake Tahoe Small Group Tour from San Francisco

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing …More

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$385
49er Express Round Trip Shuttle to Levi Stadium from Union Square

The 49er Express Shuttle offers a seamless round trip ride from Union Square to Levi's Stadium, perfect for sports enthusiasts eager to catch a game. …More

The 49er Express Shuttle offers a seamless round trip ride from Union Square to Levi's Stadium, perfect for sports enthusiasts eager to catch a game....

8 hours
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$99
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Explore the birthplace of surfing on the Santa Cruz Surf Walk, where you'll learn about the evolution of surf culture from its Hawaiian roots to …More

Explore the birthplace of surfing on the Santa Cruz Surf Walk, where you'll learn about the evolution of surf culture from its Hawaiian roots to...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Monday Sick Day Midweek Kayak Tour on Tomales Bay

A great way to start your day in Point Reyes. We will start our day with 20-30 minutes of on shore activities as we all …More

A great way to start your day in Point Reyes. We will start our day with 20-30 minutes of on shore activities as we all...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Carmel Point: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore the rugged Carmel coastline where you will have stunning views of Point Lobos, Carmel Beach and Carmel …More

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour will explore the rugged Carmel coastline where you will have stunning views of Point Lobos, Carmel Beach and Carmel...

90 to 120 minutes
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$9
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