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

Discover the historic Gaslamp Quarter, explore the cultural landmarks, and the stories of the people who shaped San Diego's history. Go at your own pace,...
$8

During Crazy Dash of San Diego, you'll use an app and walk through the city to collect points by finding items around the city and...
$10

A unique downloadable audio walking tour of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter from carriage works to haunted hotels, and the favored haunts of such characters...
$15

Haunted Whaley House Admission
Experience one of the most haunted houses in America and learn about the good, bad and the haunted! This self-guided daytime tour will educate you...
$15

Historical Walking Tour of San Diego
The is a group walking tour to see the sights of downtown San Diego. The tour includes the full history of San Diego from its...
$15

Experience one of the most haunted houses in America and learn about the good, bad and the haunted! This guided tour will educate you about...
$20

Kayak on the San Diego Bay
What makes this experience unique is that the majority of the areas you can visit are only accessible by kayak or paddle board....
$20

San Diego Bike Rentals
Ride through Balboa Park and visit the Bea Evenson Fountain and Japanese Friendship Garden Stop and visit the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego...
$22

We offer the only Paddle Board and Kayak Lessons and Rentals accessing the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge....
$25

Coronado Historic Walking Tour
One of the best ways to experience the history of Coronado is to go on a historic walking tour. This is the secret that Coronado...
$25

Discover the dark side of San Diego on this ghost and true crime walking tour of the historic Gaslamp Quarter: the crime, the scandal, and...
$29

Ghosts of San Diego Walking Tour
When you purchase your tickets directly from Ghost City you're in for a stress free, easy, and enjoyable experience. The Ghosts of San Diego will...
$30

Most people walk through the Gaslamp Quarter without realizing they're standing in what used to be the Stingaree, the roughest few blocks on the West...
$30

Welcome to the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour! Our exclusive tour offers a unique look into San Diego's downtown development from the 1850s to...
$30

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open...
$34

Book a tour of Old Town San Diego with our local company for an authentic and memorable experience. Learn about the rich culture and heritage,...
$35

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

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

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

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

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

