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

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Gregangelo Museum Art Garden Tour in San Francisco

“An experience unlike any other…Wonderfully bizarre and imaginative” - Atlas Obscura Immerse into a world of pure imagination on this exclusively private experience created just …More

“An experience unlike any other…Wonderfully bizarre and imaginative” - Atlas Obscura Immerse into a world of pure imagination on this exclusively private experience created just...

1 hour 30 minutes
4.9 (13)
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$127
City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a fun evening on the San Francisco Bay with our Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy front-row seats to the best sights in the city or …More

Enjoy a fun evening on the San Francisco Bay with our Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy front-row seats to the best sights in the city or...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (74)
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$127
Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

Head out on this a small group tour into Joshua Tree National Park conducted on a comfortable touring Van. Gawk at the amazing contortions of …More

Head out on this a small group tour into Joshua Tree National Park conducted on a comfortable touring Van. Gawk at the amazing contortions of...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (579)
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$127
Official Alcatraz Tour and Golden Gate Bridge Bike Ride

Two popular San Francisco activities in one! The first tour includes the world famous Alcatraz Island Prison Tour. The tour also includes a 45-minutes audio …More

Two popular San Francisco activities in one! The first tour includes the world famous Alcatraz Island Prison Tour. The tour also includes a 45-minutes audio...

5 to 9 hours
5.0 (4)
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$128
Surf Lesson in Laguna Beach

Our semi-private lessons are limited to 3 students to every instructor. We teach at Thalia St, Laguna's best location for beginner waves. Our 90 minute …More

Our semi-private lessons are limited to 3 students to every instructor. We teach at Thalia St, Laguna's best location for beginner waves. Our 90 minute...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$128
Truckee River: Boca to Floriston Run (Class III Whitewater)

The Boca-Floriston Run on the Truckee River offers everything both first-time and seasoned rafters could want! Enjoy technical intermediate rapids, relaxing swimming pools, and the …More

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The Boca-Floriston Run on the Truckee River offers everything both first-time and seasoned rafters could want! Enjoy technical intermediate rapids, relaxing swimming pools, and the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (195)
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$128
2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

Whether you want to kick off a fabulous date night or wrap up an enjoyable afternoon, this two-hour sunset sail is just the ticket. Step …More

Whether you want to kick off a fabulous date night or wrap up an enjoyable afternoon, this two-hour sunset sail is just the ticket. Step...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (418)
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$129
San Francisco in One Day: Small Group Cable Car and Walking Tour

I’m excited to show you why this walking tour is unlike any other in San Francisco! We’ll trace the city’s history from its wild Gold …More

I’m excited to show you why this walking tour is unlike any other in San Francisco! We’ll trace the city’s history from its wild Gold...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (112)
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$129
Learn to Surf in La Jolla

Has learning to surf been your dream? It’s a good one to have, and the calm waters of La Jolla Shores is the best spot …More

Has learning to surf been your dream? It’s a good one to have, and the calm waters of La Jolla Shores is the best spot...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (62)
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$129
Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. Follow Highway 1 and enjoy stops at Pigeon Point Lighthouse and in …More

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. Follow Highway 1 and enjoy stops at Pigeon Point Lighthouse and in...

11 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (2,041)
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$129
Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach, San Pedro, or LAX Airport areas? Then this tour is for you. This is your chance to see the best of …More

Staying in Long Beach, San Pedro, or LAX Airport areas? Then this tour is for you. This is your chance to see the best of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (340)
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$129
Mexican Street Food: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Street food in Tijuana means, fat, salsa a quick service but mainly a bunch of flavor. Imagine being a student and in your way from …More

Street food in Tijuana means, fat, salsa a quick service but mainly a bunch of flavor. Imagine being a student and in your way from...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (158)
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$129
Los Angeles Highlights Tour from Long Beach

Staying in Long Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles and Hollywood in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from all …More

Staying in Long Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles and Hollywood in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from all...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (103)
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$129
Golden Gate Bridge Sailing Tour

Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience by sailing under and around the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Sail off to the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy panoramic views …More

Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience by sailing under and around the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Sail off to the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy panoramic views...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (52)
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$129
Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly …More

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (40)
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$129
Olive Oil, Cheese, and Wine Tasting with Local Expert

After 10 years in Italy and a Master’s in Food Philosophy and Sustainability, I’ve come back to my hometown to delve into the food scene …More

After 10 years in Italy and a Master’s in Food Philosophy and Sustainability, I’ve come back to my hometown to delve into the food scene...

2 hours
5.0 (12)
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$129
Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles from LAX Hotels

Staying at one of the hotels near LAX Airport? This is the perfect full-day tour for you. We pick you up directly from all hotels …More

Staying at one of the hotels near LAX Airport? This is the perfect full-day tour for you. We pick you up directly from all hotels...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.9 (29)
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$129
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
5.0 (3)
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$129
Full Day Sightseeing Tour of LA Hollywood from Seal Beach

Staying in Seal Beach or Sunset Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from …More

Staying in Seal Beach or Sunset Beach and want to fully experience Los Angeles in one day? Our unforgettable full-day tour picks you up from...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$129
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

This Guided Food & History Tour is great way to experience Capitola, CA. Capitola is a gem! Located just 4 miles from Santa Cruz, CA. …More

This Guided Food & History Tour is great way to experience Capitola, CA. Capitola is a gem! Located just 4 miles from Santa Cruz, CA....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (4)
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$129
Inside Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Cruise

Enjoy two Classic Same Day San Francisco experiences in one day — a visit inside Alcatraz Island and an additional same day sightseeing Golden Gate …More

Enjoy two Classic Same Day San Francisco experiences in one day — a visit inside Alcatraz Island and an additional same day sightseeing Golden Gate...

3 hours
4.4 (201)
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$130
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