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

Private Walking Tour of San Francisco
This private tour takes 2½ hours. You'd barely notice the time as it's less walking and more fun facts and conversation so you never get...
$49

Private Tour is too expensive and Bus Group tours are not very personal. This is a perfect tour for you. Usually there will be only...
$250

Start your Marina del Rey Premier Brunch Cruise off right in beautiful Marina del Rey. We’ll welcome you aboard with a bottomless glass of Champagne....
$101

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...
$90

With over 38 years of experience sharing our love of sailing with San Diego visitors, we are prepared to offer you a memorable day on...
$119

The Santa Monica donut tour is our first foray into sunny Southern California. This tour celebrates all things donuts, sunshine, and beachfront fun. Our tour...
$70

I’m excited to show you why this walking tour is unlike any other in San Francisco! We’ll trace the city’s history from its wild Gold...
$129

Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun
Santa Rosa: Exploring the Charm on Electric Wheels Discover the enchanting city of Santa Rosa, where the perfect blend of wine country allure, lush urban...
$105

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food...
$170

Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching
Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting...
$85

No power. No life support. Stranded in outer space. Crew members! You must get the ship’s systems up and running again. Perform tasks and monitor...
$42

North Beach Walking Tour
It’s hard to imagine San Francisco as the sleepy village it was before the Gold Rush, but our North Beach Walking Tour takes you back...
$39

Learn to surf in beautiful Santa Barbara! Your expert instructor will teach you how to stand up on your board and ride the perfect wave,...
$75

City & Sand Electric Bike Tour
The only tour in Santa Barbara that takes you on the sand of our famous beaches on your very own fat tire electric bike! Prepare...
$105

This tour on the list will set you on the right path of experiencing the local culture of Tijuana it's multicultural scene and it's people....
$78

After creating Hollywood’s most successful true crime tour, we are back to uncover the history of the Sunset Strip! Slashers, specters, and Hollywood stars all...
$39

2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica
Kapowui, was awarded best surf school in Venice beach for the last 5 years in a row. Kapowui is a family run business and and...
$120

As featured in the Los Angeles Times and San Francisco Chronicle, CARMEL WALKS is the premier walking tour voted "best of" by City Helicopter Tours...
$48

Discover a world where reality bends at Museum of Illusions San Diego. With over 50 interactive exhibits, guests can challenge their perceptions and engage their...
$35

Private Sailing Tour of Bodega Bay
This is a unique experience because you get to sail a 33' boat with a licensed captain. You can be involved as much or as...
$123

Welcome to the Original first Ghost Tour in Santa Barbara - Enchantment awaits you. SBGT includes tales of history and mystery curated/collected from research done...
$25

