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

California, USA
Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting

This is a fully immersive outdoor experience led by local beekeeper Steve. Learn directly from him as he shares his knowledge, stories, and passion for …More

This is a fully immersive outdoor experience led by local beekeeper Steve. Learn directly from him as he shares his knowledge, stories, and passion for...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$88
Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk …More

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk...

2 to 5 hours
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$141
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
American Bookbinders Museum Ticket

The American Bookbinders Museum in San Francisco invites visitors to explore the rich history and craft of bookbinding. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this unique museum …More

The American Bookbinders Museum in San Francisco invites visitors to explore the rich history and craft of bookbinding. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this unique museum...

60 to 90 minutes
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$15
Santa Monica Ice Cream Tour 4 Stops Samples and Full Scoops

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four …More

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Holiday Lights Tour with LACMA Urban Light Stop

See the city’s most spectacular Christmas light displays. Begin your tour in Hollywood, where iconic locations are decked out for the holidays. Get into the …More

See the city’s most spectacular Christmas light displays. Begin your tour in Hollywood, where iconic locations are decked out for the holidays. Get into the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
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
Private Surf Lesson in Santa Monica Bay St

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

2 hours
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$82
Zuma Beach Malibu Private Surfing Adventure

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. The personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. The personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

2 hours
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$185
Burbank & Griffith Park Private E-Bike Ride

Suitable for parties of any size and any ability level, this is a visually imposing ride, mostly on paved roads closed to traffic. You'll bask …More

Suitable for parties of any size and any ability level, this is a visually imposing ride, mostly on paved roads closed to traffic. You'll bask...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$199
Los Angeles Hollywood Sign & City Tour by Helicopter

Experience Hollywood from a completely new perspective on this luxurious helicopter tour, designed for film buffs, photographers, and first-time visitors alike. Take off and soar …More

Experience Hollywood from a completely new perspective on this luxurious helicopter tour, designed for film buffs, photographers, and first-time visitors alike. Take off and soar...

25 minutes Free Cancellation
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$340
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
Santa Monica Holiday Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Cheer & More

The Santa Monica Donut Tour is your first sweet adventure into sunny Southern California, and the holidays are the perfect time to visit. As palm …More

The Santa Monica Donut Tour is your first sweet adventure into sunny Southern California, and the holidays are the perfect time to visit. As palm...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
Guided Tour of Joshua Tree National Park with Local Expert

Discover the stunning landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park with a local guide. This easy-going tour offers comfortable transport in a climate-controlled van while visiting …More

Discover the stunning landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park with a local guide. This easy-going tour offers comfortable transport in a climate-controlled van while visiting...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Emerald Bay Clear Kayak Adventure

Activity Highlights: - Tahoe’s Most Premium & Unique Kayak Experience - Scenic Water Shuttle to the famed Emerald bay — one of the most sought …More

Activity Highlights: - Tahoe’s Most Premium & Unique Kayak Experience - Scenic Water Shuttle to the famed Emerald bay — one of the most sought...

3 hours
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$281
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
Venice Beach Tour in French: Culture, Canals and Street Art

Discover Venice Beach on a 3-hour immersive tour, where street art, skateboarders and the vibrant energy of the beach and neighborhood await you. Explore the …More

Discover Venice Beach on a 3-hour immersive tour, where street art, skateboarders and the vibrant energy of the beach and neighborhood await you. Explore the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Alcatraz Prison Tour with Self-Guided Audio Tour and Ferry Rides

The Alcatraz Island Tour offers a unique glimpse into the historic former prison, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Pier 33 in San Francisco. …More

The Alcatraz Island Tour offers a unique glimpse into the historic former prison, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Pier 33 in San Francisco....

2 to 3 hours
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$89
Carlsbad Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour with Margarita or Beer

Discover the vibrant taco scene of Carlsbad Village on this fun Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour. Explore four unique tasting locations, savoring everything from traditional …More

Discover the vibrant taco scene of Carlsbad Village on this fun Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour. Explore four unique tasting locations, savoring everything from traditional...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
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
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