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

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Sunset Sailing Cruise on San Diego Bay | Champagne Included

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 …More

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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$199
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
Universal Studios & Celebrity Homes Tour Package

Experience the world’s largest movie studio and theme park plus a look into the lifestyles of the rich and famous. Go from fan to insider …More

Experience the world’s largest movie studio and theme park plus a look into the lifestyles of the rich and famous. Go from fan to insider...

2 days Free Cancellation
4.0 (37)
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$198
Los Angeles to San Francisco Transfer 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

In the morning, the tour will start to pick up customers at each of pick up locations in Los Angeles, after that we will heading …More

In the morning, the tour will start to pick up customers at each of pick up locations in Los Angeles, after that we will heading...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$198
Catalina Island Day Trip from LAX area hotels with Undersea Adventure

Spend a day on Catalina Island off the coast of Los Angeles. Get picked up from your hotel. Transfer to the Catalina Express terminal and …More

Spend a day on Catalina Island off the coast of Los Angeles. Get picked up from your hotel. Transfer to the Catalina Express terminal and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$198
Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17 …More

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17...

3 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (11)
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$197
San Francisco Small Group City Highlights and Alcatraz Tour

This urban adventure in San Francisco takes you around the city in a safari-style open-air vehicle, then drops you off at the ferry to Alcatraz Island for …More

This urban adventure in San Francisco takes you around the city in a safari-style open-air vehicle, then drops you off at the ferry to Alcatraz Island for...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (279)
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$196
Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, and Sausalito Coastal Experience

Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San …More

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Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$195
Desert Nature Walk, Cacao Ceremony and Soundbath in Joshua Tree

We start this experience with a beautiful desert nature walk at one of the hidden gems inside the JT national park. The trail we visit …More

We start this experience with a beautiful desert nature walk at one of the hidden gems inside the JT national park. The trail we visit...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (21)
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$195
San Diego Highlights Private Tour

DIscover ‘America’s Finest City’ Cozy beach towns, an origin story and incredible wildlife! San Diego offers miles of sandy shores lined with beach towns along …More

DIscover ‘America’s Finest City’ Cozy beach towns, an origin story and incredible wildlife! San Diego offers miles of sandy shores lined with beach towns along...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$195
Bike Rental in South Lake Tahoe

We are a family owned company offering the highest quality bikes including Marin and KHS. We offer rentals, lessons, and tours. Please call or email …More

We are a family owned company offering the highest quality bikes including Marin and KHS. We offer rentals, lessons, and tours. Please call or email...

1 to 24 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$195
Annual Pass National Parks with Audioguide

We offer a comprehensive pass to all national parks on the West Coast of the United States, accompanied by our interactive audio guide to enrich …More

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We offer a comprehensive pass to all national parks on the West Coast of the United States, accompanied by our interactive audio guide to enrich...

5 days Free Cancellation
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$194
Big Sur Monterey and Carmel Tour From San Francisco

From the spectacular rocky ocean waves to the iconic towns, Highway 1 from San Francisco provides an experience you rarely find. This tour combines the …More

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From the spectacular rocky ocean waves to the iconic towns, Highway 1 from San Francisco provides an experience you rarely find. This tour combines the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (48)
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$193
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
Historical South Shore Clear Kayak Tour

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure from Camp Richardson Resort and paddle through …More

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure from Camp Richardson Resort and paddle through...

2 hours
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$191
Temecula Shared Hot Air Balloon Flight

Soar above Temecula in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise. Enjoy a guided tour from your pilot filled with recommendations for sightseeing …More

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Soar above Temecula in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise. Enjoy a guided tour from your pilot filled with recommendations for sightseeing...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (187)
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$190
Alcatraz and City Tour Express

Enjoy two Classic Same Day San Francisco experiences — a visit inside Alcatraz Island and a two hour round trip non Stop Express city tour …More

Enjoy two Classic Same Day San Francisco experiences — a visit inside Alcatraz Island and a two hour round trip non Stop Express city tour...

1 to 2 hours
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$190
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Temecula Wine Country

Prepare for an unforgettable shared hot air balloon ride over the stunning Temecula Valley wine country in Southern California. Find serenity as you ascend above …More

Prepare for an unforgettable shared hot air balloon ride over the stunning Temecula Valley wine country in Southern California. Find serenity as you ascend above...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (322)
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$189
Sonoma Wine Tour with 2 Tastings Included Small-Group Half Day

Elegance and expedience. A truly memorable afternoon in the heart of the Wine Country. You will be picked from your hotel in downtown San Francisco, …More

Elegance and expedience. A truly memorable afternoon in the heart of the Wine Country. You will be picked from your hotel in downtown San Francisco,...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (170)
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$189
Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

Beautiful Sonoma Valley is your destination on this laid-back, fun-filled, all-day tour. You will learn much about the region from your friendly and knowledgeable guide …More

Beautiful Sonoma Valley is your destination on this laid-back, fun-filled, all-day tour. You will learn much about the region from your friendly and knowledgeable guide...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,624)
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$189
Bundle: Muir Woods & Napa Wine Tasting in 1 Day

The best of The Bay in one great tour. Enjoy a beautiful drive over the Golden Gate Bridge and through the Marin Headlands on your …More

The best of The Bay in one great tour. Enjoy a beautiful drive over the Golden Gate Bridge and through the Marin Headlands on your...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (269)
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$189
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