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

Santa Barbara is a true food lovers paradise. Its culinary scene thrives on fresh coastal ingredients, local vineyards, and a commitment to farm-to-table quality. It...
$138

Staying at one of the hotels in Torrance, Hawthorn, El Segundo and want to see the best of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Venice...
$122

• Designated Historic Districts: We will point out many of the different registered, historic neighborhoods surrounding the downtown Palm Springs area. • The Famous Palm...
$140

This Alcatraz cruise ticket includes the ferry to the Alcatraz Island, the 45-minutes audio tour, and the entrance to the Alcatraz Island cell blocks. It...
$138

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....
$89

Fall in love with all that San Francisco has to offer as you bike around and explore the area at your own pace. Pick up...
$22

From clay houses to dome houses to modern homes discover the artistic soul and visionary architecture of Joshua Tree. This immersive 4 hour private tour...
$99

Sip your way through the Napa and Sonoma Valley’s diverse selection of wine, without ever having to leave San Francisco! Zigzag your way through the...
$138

Californian was built from the ground up in 1984 at Spanish Landing in San Diego Bay. She was launched with great fanfare for the 1984...
$85

Experience one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks with an official Alcatraz Island ticket included in your booking. Explore the infamous former prison at your...
$155

A twist on our regular tours, for anybody who wants to skip the wine tasting and see some more nature! Join us for your guided...
$175

Explore the iconic sights of Los Angeles on a full-day tour from Anaheim. This popular excursion includes visits to renowned locations such as Venice Beach,...
$109

This walking tour reveals Berkeley as the unsung powerhouse of American food and modern politics. We begin in the North Shattuck neighborhood (formerly the Gourmet...
$79

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

Staying at one of the hotels near Anaheim or Disneyland and want to see the best of LA in a single day? Then this tour...
$115

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

For experienced paddlers: Get a view of the San Francisco Bay like no other! Join us at Crane Cove Park to launch and paddle along...
$131

A cruise on the San Francisco Bay offers a unique perspective of the city's iconic landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Glide...
$36

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...
$141

This is the official Alcatraz prison tour that gives you access ON the island and INSIDE the building cellblocks with the award-winning audio tour in...
$148

Leave the City San Francisco for natural splendor Yosemite on this over-night 2-day, small group trip. Hop on the Amtrak from San Francisco to Fresno where you'll...
$589

