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

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Classic Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour

This is the classic version of the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour* which is based on the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour guide book.  Local author and …More

This is the classic version of the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour* which is based on the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour guide book.  Local author and...

2 hours
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$100
Inflatable Water Obstacle Course near Los Angeles: All Day Pass

We delivers a one-of-a-kind water adventure in the Los Angeles area, blending an exciting inflatable obstacle course with the charm of a scenic lakeside setting. …More

We delivers a one-of-a-kind water adventure in the Los Angeles area, blending an exciting inflatable obstacle course with the charm of a scenic lakeside setting....

8 hours
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$66
Marina del Rey Christmas Eve Buffet Brunch Cruise

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will …More

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Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$134
Food and Drink Tasting at the Historic Formosa Cafe

Formosa Cafe offers a truly unique experience that transports you back in time to the glamorous era of Hollywood's past. The carefully crafted cocktails at …More

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Formosa Cafe offers a truly unique experience that transports you back in time to the glamorous era of Hollywood's past. The carefully crafted cocktails at...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$65
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Santa Rosa CA

⭐ 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

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⭐ 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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$124
Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

We are make sure all participants are going to be cover and get equal attention , also we make sure everyone is safe during the …More

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We are make sure all participants are going to be cover and get equal attention , also we make sure everyone is safe during the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Carlsbad Private Group Food Tour

The Private group food tours in Carlsbad are great for friends and family celebrations: Anniversaries, birthdays or bachelorette parties. Highlights on the Food Tour: Savory …More

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The Private group food tours in Carlsbad are great for friends and family celebrations: Anniversaries, birthdays or bachelorette parties. Highlights on the Food Tour: Savory...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$96
Deep Space Night Sky Tours in Sonoma County

Discover the universe in the serene setting of Sonoma County during our Premium Deep Space Night Sky Tours. Located in the picturesque Dry Creek Valley, …More

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Discover the universe in the serene setting of Sonoma County during our Premium Deep Space Night Sky Tours. Located in the picturesque Dry Creek Valley,...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$96
Ice Axe and Crampon Clinics in Mt. Shasta

Enhance your mountaineering skills with a comprehensive one-day Ice Axe and crampon clinic near the slopes of Mt. Shasta. Tailored for newer climbers and those …More

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Enhance your mountaineering skills with a comprehensive one-day Ice Axe and crampon clinic near the slopes of Mt. Shasta. Tailored for newer climbers and those...

8 hours
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$250
The Gaslamp and Downtown Historical Tour in San Diego

Welcome to the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour! Our exclusive tour offers a unique look into San Diego's downtown development from the 1850s to …More

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Welcome to the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour! Our exclusive tour offers a unique look into San Diego's downtown development from the 1850s to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Calico Ghost Town Tour from Los Angeles

Kids and adults will have fun time to explore Old Western Ghost Town, learn about history of silver mining and enjoy exciting attractions: old silver …More

Kids and adults will have fun time to explore Old Western Ghost Town, learn about history of silver mining and enjoy exciting attractions: old silver...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$320
Downtown LA's History & Architecture: Private Walking Tour

In a city blessed with blissful light, innovation and bold visual design statements, Los Angeles is full of architectural gems that only make sense in …More

In a city blessed with blissful light, innovation and bold visual design statements, Los Angeles is full of architectural gems that only make sense in...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$40
An Immersive Butterfly Experience on Catalina Island

The IMMERSED dome theater is excited to bring the incredible Butterfly Journey dome movie from K2 Studios to Catalina Island. Enjoy the comfort of an …More

The IMMERSED dome theater is excited to bring the incredible Butterfly Journey dome movie from K2 Studios to Catalina Island. Enjoy the comfort of an...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$30
Desert Botanicals, create a personalized perfume

A scent to remember your Palm Springs escape. Come sniff, blend, and create your own signature scent at The Sniff Bar—a playful aromatherapy experience designed …More

A scent to remember your Palm Springs escape. Come sniff, blend, and create your own signature scent at The Sniff Bar—a playful aromatherapy experience designed...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$34
Whale Watching in Morro Bay Humpback and Gray Whales with Sub Sea

Witness the majestic humpback and gray whales during their migration along the stunning California coast with a three-hour whale watching tour in Morro Bay. From …More

Witness the majestic humpback and gray whales during their migration along the stunning California coast with a three-hour whale watching tour in Morro Bay. From...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Los Angeles Instagram Experience Half-Day Private Tour

We will take you to the most famous places in HOLLYWOOD, MELROSE AVE, FAIRFAX & BEVERLY HILLS!. You will recognize many of these places from …More

We will take you to the most famous places in HOLLYWOOD, MELROSE AVE, FAIRFAX & BEVERLY HILLS!. You will recognize many of these places from...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$599
San Francisco Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

We could tell you how special San Francisco is but it is something you need to experience first hand. Don't let time constraints put you …More

We could tell you how special San Francisco is but it is something you need to experience first hand. Don't let time constraints put you...

2 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Los Angeles to San Francisco Transfer 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

In the morning, the tour will start to pick up customers at each of pick up locations in Los Angeles, after that we will heading …More

In the morning, the tour will start to pick up customers at each of pick up locations in Los Angeles, after that we will heading...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$198
San Francisco's North Beach Neighborhood Food Tour

Join us on a walking food tour in San Francisco’s “Little Italy”, known locally as North Beach, for a culinary adventure through one of the …More

Join us on a walking food tour in San Francisco’s “Little Italy”, known locally as North Beach, for a culinary adventure through one of the...

3 hours
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$125
Private Temecula Wine Tour from Anaheim

Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Our tiered pricing makes it easy to save—the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for …More

Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Our tiered pricing makes it easy to save—the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for...

8 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Private Full Day LA Tour from Long Beach

Full-Day Private Los Angeles Tour from Long Beach This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower …More

Full-Day Private Los Angeles Tour from Long Beach This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$115
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