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

Discover the Real Monterey! Visit historic sites and adobes and hear fascinating tales of the people and events of Old Mexican California's Capitol. Skip the...
$35

Step into a world of magic and mystery at the upgraded Museum of Illusions in Hollywood! With an entirely new collection of 3D Illusions, your...
$35

Enjoy a private tour of the vibrant Venice beach, an exciting beachside neighborhood where you can see great performers and street art, and people watch...
$35

In this unique escape room adventure, players awaken as a cat in a whimsical pet shop, where the goal is to escape and return to...
$35

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...
$35

Hike to the Hollywood Bowl
See another side of Hollywood on this 1.6-mile urban hike from the Hollywood Bowl to the "Secret Stairs." We'll pass by unique homes and their...
$35

San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at...
$35

The Local SD Tour. SD Only. We Don't Fake or Pay For Reviews. All Real. Exclusive Park Access This tour is a Haunted Ghost Tour...
$36

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

San Diego Harbor Cruise
Take a 1- or 2-hour relaxing harbor cruise through the bay of San Diego, featuring unforgettable views of San Diego's skyline. This fully narrated tour...
$37

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
All Aboard Santa Barbara’s Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services See the American Riviera in 90 minutes Santa Barbara sightseeing at its...
$37

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco
Please note: this walk is not at all strenuous. Obviously there's some stairs but this is done at a leisurely pace and suitable for almost...
$37

I've been an outdoor adventure guide in Big Bear for the last five years. I've been exploring all the best hiking trails in the Big...
$37

The Haight-Ashbury neighborhood was the center of the counter-culture movement and the Summer of Love. I'll bring its bohemian history to life and even share...
$37

The price you see is the price you pay, no hidden fees or surcharges. We are the top destination for whale watching in Long Beach...
$38

The Santa Barbara coastline is undoubtedly a breathtaking and scenic destination, and a cruise on the Azure Seas yacht is a fantastic way to enjoy...
$38

Launched in 1914 to her removal from regular service in 1996, the Pilot enjoyed an active career as San Diego’s chief pilot craft – assisting...
$38

What you'll do this Christmas? The holiday season is a time to spend with family, eat big and delicious meals, exchange gifts, and go to...
$38

Discover the best of San Diego Bay on our expertly narrated harbor tour. Spanning over 13 miles, this journey takes you past iconic landmarks such...
$38

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales,...
$39

Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour
• See Hollywood, West Hollywood & Beverly Hills on our Open Air Buses. • Experience The World Famous Hollywood Sign, Famous Landmarks, Celebrity Homes &...
$39

