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

Activity Highlights: - Tahoe’s Most Premium & Unique Kayak Experience - Scenic Water Shuttle to a secluded launch point — far from the crowds -...
$281

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...
$115

Explore the best of Los Angeles on a full-day sightseeing tour that takes you to iconic destinations including Hollywood, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Griffith Park...
$99

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...
$385

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....
$99

What makes this experience truly special is the blend of refined European luxury and a relaxed, intimate atmosphere without the feel of a large group...
$199

Explore the vibrant heart of Santa Cruz on this engaging 90-minute walking tour. Discover hidden gems and captivating tales as local guides share their knowledge...
$45

Travel along California's stunning coastline on an Amtrak Coast Starlight train from Oxnard to Santa Barbara. This day trip offers plenty of time to explore...
$188

Combine an exhilarating harbor cruise or a whale watching adventure with a visit to the historic Battleship USS Iowa in this engaging Southern California bundle....
$45

Join Secret Food Tours on a food tour through downtown Carmel by the Sea. You'll dine in several locally owned restaurants, trying some of their...
$148

Explore the Hollywood Walk of Fame at your own pace with this immersive self-guided walking tour. Using your smartphone, discover iconic landmarks, rich history, and...
$9

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...
$45

Tour the birthplace of LA and eat delicious food from a wide variety of cuisines. Learn the history of the oldest section of the city...
$99

Start your Santa Barbara afternoon the right way with AFK Food Tours. In about 2 hours, you’ll hit four of the area’s most crave-worthy dessert...
$99

Resolution, the groundbreaking dome theater film that won the Audience Award for Best Immersive Experience at SXSW, invites you into a captivating world where music...
$30

Explore Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone through an engaging walking tour that combines curated wine tastings and delightful small bites. With pre-arranged visits to two...
$145

Haunted Catalina Golf Cart Tour
Hop aboard as we embark on a driving ghost tour through the City of Avalon. Our journey begins at 121 Clarissa Ave, one block from...
$85

Join a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's city sightseeing Locations and landmarks explore places like Pier 35, the Palace of Fine Arts and Union...
$15

Experience the ultimate hands-on sourdough class with a self-taught Italian baker and mother of four, set on a breathtaking ocean view deck in La Jolla....
$125

Make your afternoon count. In just 2 hours (about 1 mile), hit four of San Francisco’s most crave-worthy ice cream spots in one perfectly paced...
$80

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...
$80

