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

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Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Family-friendly experience where you can learn about life in tide pools from a marine biologist with over 20 years of combined science, education, and museum …More

Family-friendly experience where you can learn about life in tide pools from a marine biologist with over 20 years of combined science, education, and museum...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (268)
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$34
Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes

Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point …More

Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (112)
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$90
Parasailing in Catalina Island: Soar Above The Stunning Coastline

Catalina Xtreme Parasail thrives to ensure our customers have a safe and amazing experience in the air.. we pride ourselves with also giving back to …More

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Catalina Xtreme Parasail thrives to ensure our customers have a safe and amazing experience in the air.. we pride ourselves with also giving back to...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (63)
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$59
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences …More

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,520)
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$109
Anaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour

Direct pick-up from your Anaheim, Disneyland area and Buena Park hotels. A small group tour with a maximum of 20 passenger gives it an intimate …More

Direct pick-up from your Anaheim, Disneyland area and Buena Park hotels. A small group tour with a maximum of 20 passenger gives it an intimate...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (875)
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$92
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
Hollywood Sunset Walk: Hidden Gems & Scenic LA Views

Explore Hollywood with me and Blue, Catahoula, on a fun 2-hour sunset walk and hike through Hollywood's most scenic spots. See the Hollywood Sign glowing …More

Explore Hollywood with me and Blue, Catahoula, on a fun 2-hour sunset walk and hike through Hollywood's most scenic spots. See the Hollywood Sign glowing...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (239)
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$13
San Diego Ghosts and Gravestones: A Haunted Trolley Tour

Dare to board the trolley of the doomed for the spine-tingling Ghosts and Gravestones Tour of San Diego. This eerie sightseeing adventure takes you through …More

Dare to board the trolley of the doomed for the spine-tingling Ghosts and Gravestones Tour of San Diego. This eerie sightseeing adventure takes you through...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (181)
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$49
Sonoma Wine Country Electric Trike & Wine Tour - 3 hours

Join us at Pushpak Motors for your guided tour of Wine Country. PLEASE NOTE: COST OF WINE TASTING IS NOT INCLUDED. Riding our environmentally responsible, …More

Join us at Pushpak Motors for your guided tour of Wine Country. PLEASE NOTE: COST OF WINE TASTING IS NOT INCLUDED. Riding our environmentally responsible,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (358)
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$175
Clear Kayak Tour of Lake Tahoe (from Incline Village)

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear …More

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear...

2 hours 30 minutes
4.9 (158)
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$191
Behind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tour of Oracle Park

Called "Baseball's Perfect Address", 24 Willie Mays Plaza has been home to the San Francisco Giants since 2000 and instantly became an icon in a …More

Called "Baseball's Perfect Address", 24 Willie Mays Plaza has been home to the San Francisco Giants since 2000 and instantly became an icon in a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (170)
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$52
San Francisco Grand City Tour

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights. Tour …More

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights. Tour...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (574)
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$69
Old Town San Diego Walking Food Tour: Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones

The Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones Culinary Tour offers you the chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in San Diego’s Old Town! While you …More

The Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones Culinary Tour offers you the chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in San Diego’s Old Town! While you...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (235)
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$115
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento’s most thriving and historic districts: Downtown. Downtown Sacramento is experiencing a 21st century renaissance! Tour guests will be …More

Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento’s most thriving and historic districts: Downtown. Downtown Sacramento is experiencing a 21st century renaissance! Tour guests will be...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (134)
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$109
Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour

Known for its art, each wall in Midtown tells a story. Midtown Sacramento is a most vibrant part of the city! Among other things, tour …More

Known for its art, each wall in Midtown tells a story. Midtown Sacramento is a most vibrant part of the city! Among other things, tour...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (134)
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$109
Life of a Sailor Self-Guided Experience

Experience the Surface Navy's Life of a Sailor Aboard Battleship IOWA Step aboard the legendary Battleship USS Iowa, home to the new National Museum of …More

Experience the Surface Navy's Life of a Sailor Aboard Battleship IOWA Step aboard the legendary Battleship USS Iowa, home to the new National Museum of...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (284)
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$30
Snorkeling Adventure in La Jolla

We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the …More

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We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (221)
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$55
Ghost & True Crime Tour in San Luis Obispo

What if you could travel outside the beaten path, and discover some of the most exciting, yet often overlooked destinations in San Luis Obispo, CA? …More

What if you could travel outside the beaten path, and discover some of the most exciting, yet often overlooked destinations in San Luis Obispo, CA?...

60 to 90 minutes
4.7 (126)
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$30
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a …More

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Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (200)
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$59
The History and Architecture of Downtown Los Angeles

My name is Chris, and I'll be your guide to Downtown. I've led tours for KTLA, Spectrum News1, and NHK Japan. There's a chance you've …More

My name is Chris, and I'll be your guide to Downtown. I've led tours for KTLA, Spectrum News1, and NHK Japan. There's a chance you've...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (153)
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$49
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of …More

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (62)
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$46
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