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

San Francisco Sunset Cruise
This 90-minute cruise set to music will take you from PIER 39 and passes by San Francisco icons, such as the famous California Sea Lions...
$39

Castro District LGBTQ+ History Tour
Learn about the incredible and vibrant history of the most famous gayborhood in the world: San Francisco's Castro District! We'll learn about the lives of...
$39

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

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

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 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

This is a general admission ticket to SFMOMA only and does not include surcharge exhibitions such as RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me. SFMOMA...
$30

This combo is only available to book online — you won't find this 3-attraction bundle at the door. Make the most of your time at...
$29

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding...
$29

Experience the only escape rooms on PIER 39 at The Flyer Thrill Zone. Step into Malone's Mobster Hideout — a fully immersive Prohibition-era escape adventure...
$28

Explore the stunning architecture and rich history of Grace Cathedral, San Francisco's premier Gothic structure, on a Guided Highlights tour. Marvel at intricate stained-glass windows...
$27

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular...
$25

Perched on the headlands above the Golden Gate Bridge is the California Palace of the Legion of Honor. This unique art museum is one of...
$25

There's truly no better way to explore the many highlights and hidden gems of Golden Gate Park than with your own personal local meteorologist and...
$25

Soar above San Francisco like never before on The Flyer, Northern California’s only flying theater. Glide over the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Muir Woods, and...
$25

Explore the best sights of San Francisco at your leisure, while riding the world famous Cable Car! We will stop at many attractions like Union...
$23

Fall in love with all that San Francisco has to offer as you bike around and explore the area at your own pace. Pick up...
$22

Fall in love with all that San Francisco has to offer as you bike around and explore the area at your own pace. Pick up...
$22

Pedal around San Francisco on an independent bike tour — a fun, flexible, active way to sightsee. With this 24-hour bike rental from Fisherman’s Wharf,...
$20

Start in Fisherman’s Wharf and choose a 2 hour or full-day bike rental to explore San Francisco freely. Follow the waterfront to the Golden Gate...
$20

San Francisco Bike Rental
Fall in love with all that San Francisco has to offer as you bike around and explore the area at your own pace. Pick up...
$20

