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

Boston Harbor Fall Brunch Cruise
Enjoy a fresh, gourmet brunch on this scenic Fall Foliage cruise around Boston Harbor and the Harbor Islands. Set sail aboard the Northern Lights at Rowes...
$106

Enjoy a delicious gourmet brunch buffet on this 2-hour scenic holiday cruise of the Boston Harbor and get into the holiday spirit. Enjoy a cruise...
$106

Spend a great day in Boston learning about history and exploring all the top attractions! The tour is designed to be fun for the whole...
$104

Explore the rich history of Plymouth, Massachusetts, on this immersive day trip. Starting with a scenic ride on the MBTA Commuter Rail, visit the renowned...
$104

Welcome to the North End Food Tour! One of Boston's oldest and most important neighborhoods, the North End is most known for its multi-generation Italian-American...
$100

Families can enjoy a unique pirate-themed adventure on the serene waters of Cape Cod. This 2-hour journey invites young explorers aged 8 and up to...
$100

Have fun and unleash your inner art critic while exploring Central Square, Cambridge with us. Home to a vibrant public art scene, including iconic Graffiti...
$100

Discover Boston's oldest neighborhood on a food tour that's equal parts delicious and "mostly" accurate. Join a local guide as you wander the cobblestone streets...
$99

Explore Boston’s Revolutionary sites on an epic land and sea tour! Walk along the Freedom Trail sites that tell the story of events leading up...
$99

Step into Cape history with a visit to Highland Lighthouse—Cape Cod’s oldest and tallest lighthouse, proudly standing watch over the Atlantic since 1797. Once a...
$95

Step into the grandeur of New England’s past with a visit to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, a breathtaking National Historic Landmark overlooking the...
$95

Uncover Boston’s best-kept secrets on a walking tour that blends history, culture, and flavor. Wander through the iconic North End, tasting fresh bread, pastries, pizza,...
$91

Unlike typical kayak tours, North of Boston Island Lighthouse Tour is a refined, personalized coastal experience. Your expertly trained guides combine deep knowledge of local...
$90

Discover Boston’s famous North End, where Italian tradition meets New England seafood, on our Secret Food Tour. Over 3 delicious hours, our local guide will...
$86

Dive into the historic grit and gourmet soul of the "Cradle of Liberty". We’ll bypass the typical tourist traps to explore the city’s oldest corridors,...
$86

Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on the New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine...
$86

Follow a professional historian, concerned about historical accuracy, able to address adults and children alike, in joy and good humor, to discuss the links between...
$85

Boston CityPASS — Save 45%
Experience 4 top attractions and save up to 45% with Boston CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax...
$84

Join the captain and crew of Yacht Northern Lights for a relaxing Boston Harbor cruise featuring the colorful trees of Fall. New England has been...
$82

Most tours of the Freedom Trail are partial tours, skipping sections to save time. This tours will take you from start to finish -- with...
$79

Go City's All-Inclusive Pass is the best Boston pass if you're looking for an easy-to-use, flexible way to explore the city whilst also saving money....
$79

