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

Seattle Locks Cruise
Discover the best of Seattle on a scenic cruise through the heart of the city and experience the iconic Hiram M. Chittenden (Ballard) Locks, a...
$63

Discover the enchanting Quinault Rainforest on a unique year-round tour from Lake Quinault Lodge, the only accommodations nestled in this temperate paradise. Traverse 33 miles...
$63

Step aboard a Pacific Northwest holiday tradition! Experience the magic of the holidays aboard the Spirit of Seattle™, the official Christmas Ship™, as it sails...
$61

This is a boat ride like nothing else in Seattle! Our 70ft custom built sailboats were created to race around the world, and now are...
$60

Leavenworth Christmastown Tour
Join us on a guided walk through Washington’s Winter Wonderland. Our entertaining guides will enlighten you with fun facts, Leavenworth history, and local recommendations. Throughout...
$59

Tasty Tours invites you to "Meet the Market" and embark on an adventure full of amazing food, history and culture with Supersonic John -A true...
$58

Seattle Sunset Cruise
There’s no better way to experience a summer evening in Seattle than from the water. Join us for the Seattle Sunset Cruise, a relaxing 1.5-hour...
$56

Seattle Happy Hour Cruise
Step aboard our Happy Hour Cruise and enjoy a laid-back summer evening on the water. This 1.5-hour cruise is the perfect way to kick back...
$56

Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park
No experience is necessary to join this professionally guided kayak trip. Bowman Bay is the perfect place for beginners to feel comfortable paddling on the...
$56

Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour
Seattle's Tall Ship welcomes you aboard for a day sail on our classic schooner! Our Harbor Sailing tour is family-friendly and is an excellent way...
$54

For some, Plant-Based is a lifestyle. For others, it is a new way to think about food. This tour visits restaurants that are selected by...
$50

Pike Place 90-Minute Tasting Tour
Over 450 small business call Pike Place Market home, so the 5 restaurants that everyone has heard of hardly tell the whole story. Market life...
$50

This guided walking tour takes participants through the rich history of Seattle's Central Waterfront, uncovering its ecological and cultural evolution; from Indigenous homelands stewarded by...
$49

Welcome to Seattle Walking Tour
This is a fun, informative tour that's easy to walk, but covers a lot of ground. We will point out the big iconic sites, but...
$49

- Only long-term Exhibition that showcases artist Dale Chihuly’s work - Located at Seattle Center - Free digital photos - Free audio tour - Unique...
$48

Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise
During this 1-hour cruise around Elliott Bay, experience all the beauty and history Seattle has to offer. With live narration from a local guide, learn...
$46

Our escape room experience is a thrilling journey, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and infused with immersive narratives that transport players to extraordinary worlds....
$45

Embark on a family-friendly, 3.5-mile guided hike through Newcastle’s historic Coal Creek area, where Washington’s mining past meets the forested present. Along this outdoor adventure,...
$45

Make your visit to Seattle unforgettable by visiting the only Bainbridge Island lavender farm. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest with our...
$44

Discover a world where reality bends at Museum of Illusions Seattle. With over 50 interactive exhibits, guests can challenge their perceptions and engage their sense...
$41

Join a local guide for a walking tour of Seattle’s popular Capitol Hill neighborhood - sample three unique coffee drinks, from three of Seattle's favorite...
$40

