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

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Hidden Los Angeles Private Photo Tour - Best for social media

Discover Los Angeles Through the Lens At Laphotour, we transform the vibrant cityscape of Los Angeles into your personal photo adventure. Whether you're a professional …More

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Discover Los Angeles Through the Lens At Laphotour, we transform the vibrant cityscape of Los Angeles into your personal photo adventure. Whether you're a professional...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
Marina del Rey Christmas Eve Buffet Brunch Cruise

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will …More

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Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$134
2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica

Most surf schools will get you to stand up your first time surfing. They all say so. And for your typical surf instructor, it’s easy …More

Most surf schools will get you to stand up your first time surfing. They all say so. And for your typical surf instructor, it’s easy...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

We are make sure all participants are going to be cover and get equal attention , also we make sure everyone is safe during the …More

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We are make sure all participants are going to be cover and get equal attention , also we make sure everyone is safe during the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
City Cruises Los Angeles Dinner Cruise from Marina del Rey

A Marina del Rey cruise is unforgettable—and you can enjoy its glorious sights and sounds from the comfort of one of our exclusive yachts. Help …More

A Marina del Rey cruise is unforgettable—and you can enjoy its glorious sights and sounds from the comfort of one of our exclusive yachts. Help...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$143
LA, Hollywood and Beach Small-Group Tour

This tour is a special experience featuring the best tour guides and long photo stops. It's the most informative, entertaining, and fun tour in Los …More

This tour is a special experience featuring the best tour guides and long photo stops. It's the most informative, entertaining, and fun tour in Los...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$140
Santa Monica to Malibu Surf Experience (Lunch Included)

This 5-hour adventure takes you along the Pacific Coast Highway, offering two legendary surf breaks and a private beach picnic featuring a complimentary lunch. Whether …More

This 5-hour adventure takes you along the Pacific Coast Highway, offering two legendary surf breaks and a private beach picnic featuring a complimentary lunch. Whether...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$165
Santa Monica Illusion Magic Lounge Ticket

An evening of magic unfolds at Illusion Magic Lounge, where multiple styles of magic come to life in a captivating setting. Enjoy ambient strolling magicians …More

An evening of magic unfolds at Illusion Magic Lounge, where multiple styles of magic come to life in a captivating setting. Enjoy ambient strolling magicians...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Private Los Angeles Photoshoot in Sunny Santa Monica with Personal Photographer

If you’re looking to fit the most Los Angeles photo ops into the shortest time, this private photo session was made for you. You’ll be …More

If you’re looking to fit the most Los Angeles photo ops into the shortest time, this private photo session was made for you. You’ll be...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Citadel Outlets Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional LAX Drop-Off

Citadel Outlets “Shop ’Til You Drop Off” – LAX Transfer & Shopping Package Have a late-night flight out of LAX but need to check out …More

Citadel Outlets “Shop ’Til You Drop Off” – LAX Transfer & Shopping Package Have a late-night flight out of LAX but need to check out...

4 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$212
Onewheel Board Experience

Experience surfing on land and snowboard at the beach. This is an unforgettable, one of a kind activity that will be sure to make memories …More

Experience surfing on land and snowboard at the beach. This is an unforgettable, one of a kind activity that will be sure to make memories...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Private Beach Cities Tour in a 1957 Pink Cadillac

This tour, hosted by former TV sitcom writers, will take you in a one-of-a-kind 1957 Pink Cadillac, while introducing you to the South Bay beach …More

This tour, hosted by former TV sitcom writers, will take you in a one-of-a-kind 1957 Pink Cadillac, while introducing you to the South Bay beach...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
Santa Monica Bike Rentals

This experience is perfect for families, solo riders, couples, and friend groups. Explore Santa Monica like a local! Start in Santa Monica by the the …More

This experience is perfect for families, solo riders, couples, and friend groups. Explore Santa Monica like a local! Start in Santa Monica by the the...

2 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$22
Santa Monica Ice Cream Tour 4 Stops Samples and Full Scoops

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four …More

Start your Santa Monica day the right way with AFK Food Tours. In just 2 hours, you’ll cruise an easy beach-town route and hit four...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Private Surf Lesson in Santa Monica Bay St

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience …More

At Sunrise Surf Academy, every lesson is built around you. Our personalized, flexible approach ensures surfers of all ages and skill levels get the experience...

2 hours
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$82
Santa Monica Holiday Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Cheer & More

The Santa Monica Donut Tour is your first sweet adventure into sunny Southern California, and the holidays are the perfect time to visit. As palm …More

The Santa Monica Donut Tour is your first sweet adventure into sunny Southern California, and the holidays are the perfect time to visit. As palm...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
City Tour of Los Angeles from Torrance and El Segundo

Staying at one of the hotels in Torrance, Hawthorn, El Segundo and want to see the best of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Venice …More

Staying at one of the hotels in Torrance, Hawthorn, El Segundo and want to see the best of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Venice...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$122
Marina Discovery Paddle: Learn SUP & Explore Wildlife

Get face-to-face with California sea lions from your own paddleboard — and learn a skill that lasts a lifetime. This unique 90-minute experience combines expert …More

Get face-to-face with California sea lions from your own paddleboard — and learn a skill that lasts a lifetime. This unique 90-minute experience combines expert...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Marina del Rey Christmas Day Buffet Brunch Cruise

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises …More

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Marina del Rey Christmas Day Buffet Dinner Cruise

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises …More

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$132
Private Los Angeles Surf Experience Tour

What sets our luxury surf experience apart is the unmatched level of care and expertise we bring to every moment of your trip. As lifelong …More

What sets our luxury surf experience apart is the unmatched level of care and expertise we bring to every moment of your trip. As lifelong...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
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$4,500
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