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

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San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

Awaken your senses and tickle your taste buds on this culinary journey through San Francisco's famous Ferry Building! Sample San Francisco's bounty of local, seasonally …More

Awaken your senses and tickle your taste buds on this culinary journey through San Francisco's famous Ferry Building! Sample San Francisco's bounty of local, seasonally...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$95
Downtown SLO Brunch Food & Drink Walking Tour

Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour | 3 Hours | Food & Drink Included Explore downtown San Luis Obispo on this small-group food …More

Taste of SLO - Downtown Walking Food Tour | 3 Hours | Food & Drink Included Explore downtown San Luis Obispo on this small-group food...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
Guided 2-Hour Point Lobos Nature Walk

This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This …More

This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Get Your Own Star with The Walk of Fame Experience in Los Angeles

The Walk of Fun’s unique metal, gold-colored alphabet letters are placed on stars on Hollywood Boulevard, forming a personalized name on a star and then …More

The Walk of Fun’s unique metal, gold-colored alphabet letters are placed on stars on Hollywood Boulevard, forming a personalized name on a star and then...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$33
Los Angeles Highlights Full-Day Guided Tour

Join our Highlights Tour for an insider's view of America's most glamorous city! Unlike other tours we keep our groups private and under 15 people …More

Join our Highlights Tour for an insider's view of America's most glamorous city! Unlike other tours we keep our groups private and under 15 people...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$269
San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million …More

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
San Diego Sailing Cruise Small Group 6 Guests Classic Yacht

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with …More

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$125
1.5 Hour Surf Lesson in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is one of the most iconic surf destinations on the planet and sits upon a marine preserve. Learn how to surf in Laguna’s …More

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Laguna Beach is one of the most iconic surf destinations on the planet and sits upon a marine preserve. Learn how to surf in Laguna’s...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
Monterey 17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop …More

The best way to see the entire peninsula's coast is to begin at Monterey and travel through Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Our bike shop...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Yosemite Valley Private Hiking Tour

The Yosemite Valley Hiking Tour is a tour of Yosemite Valley, highlighting major points of interest and visiting popular locations you might see in social …More

The Yosemite Valley Hiking Tour is a tour of Yosemite Valley, highlighting major points of interest and visiting popular locations you might see in social...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$180
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Join us for a relaxing sunset ocean kayak tour. This is a great way to end your day. We’ll enjoy 2-hours together on the water …More

Join us for a relaxing sunset ocean kayak tour. This is a great way to end your day. We’ll enjoy 2-hours together on the water...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Private Sunset Sail in San Diego Up to 6 guests

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay. This small-group sail is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends looking …More

Join Sea Monkey Adventures for a 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay. This small-group sail is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends looking...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Whale Watching Adventure in Morro Bay

Join our expert captains on a premier whale-watching charter, where you’ll witness majestic whales in their natural habitat. Whether you're a marine enthusiast or a …More

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Join our expert captains on a premier whale-watching charter, where you’ll witness majestic whales in their natural habitat. Whether you're a marine enthusiast or a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Private Sunset Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

Sea Monkey Adventures is San Diego’s first family-friendly sailing tour company, dedicated to helping families create unforgettable memories. Our vessel is thoughtfully designed to be …More

Sea Monkey Adventures is San Diego’s first family-friendly sailing tour company, dedicated to helping families create unforgettable memories. Our vessel is thoughtfully designed to be...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Private Surf Lesson Newport Beach, California

Pro instructors will teach you to ride waves on your own regardless of your age or skill level. We have the best surf instructors and …More

Pro instructors will teach you to ride waves on your own regardless of your age or skill level. We have the best surf instructors and...

2 hours
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$150
Luxury Shared E-Boat Cruise with Wine, Charcuterie & Sea Lions Spotting

Enjoy wine and charcuterie board with a selection of meat, cheeses and fruit while cruising in a fully electric Duffy boat. Start from the dock …More

Enjoy wine and charcuterie board with a selection of meat, cheeses and fruit while cruising in a fully electric Duffy boat. Start from the dock...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$119
Mission District Food Tour

On the three hour Mission District Food Walking Tour, you will taste delectable foods from 5 uniquely different restaurants, mom-and-pop shops, ethnic eateries and bakeries. …More

On the three hour Mission District Food Walking Tour, you will taste delectable foods from 5 uniquely different restaurants, mom-and-pop shops, ethnic eateries and bakeries....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San …More

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$81
North Beach Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour

On this three hour guided food tour of North Beach, we'll visit 5 uniquely different mom-and-pop shops, ethnic eateries and restaurants and experience the history, …More

On this three hour guided food tour of North Beach, we'll visit 5 uniquely different mom-and-pop shops, ethnic eateries and restaurants and experience the history,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group

This fun, family friendly open air 90 Min Tour is the best and easiest way to experience San Francisco’s top highlights. Departing from Fisherman's Wharf, …More

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This fun, family friendly open air 90 Min Tour is the best and easiest way to experience San Francisco’s top highlights. Departing from Fisherman's Wharf,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
Independent Hassle-free Bike Rental in Sonoma

Enjoy a wonderful ride on a new comfort bike in Sonoma - E-bikes, Kids Bikes, Road Bikes and Tandems available. With help, you will be …More

Enjoy a wonderful ride on a new comfort bike in Sonoma - E-bikes, Kids Bikes, Road Bikes and Tandems available. With help, you will be...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$50
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