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

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2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Adventure with Drinks

With over 38 years of experience sharing our love of sailing with San Diego visitors, we are prepared to offer you a memorable day on …More

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With over 38 years of experience sharing our love of sailing with San Diego visitors, we are prepared to offer you a memorable day on...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$119
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 …More

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...

2 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
San Diego: Gaslamp Ghost Tour with Inside Access Downtown

Go Inside!! Only with Us. The Local SD Tour. SD Only. We Don't Fake or Pay For Reviews. All Real. :) We Are the Only …More

Go Inside!! Only with Us. The Local SD Tour. SD Only. We Don't Fake or Pay For Reviews. All Real. :) We Are the Only...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
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 …More

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...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
Top Rated San Diego Sunset Sail Classic Yacht 6 Guests

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with …More

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (359)
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$125
Tijuana Local Walking Tour from San Diego

This is a Local Guide service to show you around Tijuana in a walking tour, no amenities are included. We will offer to stop and …More

This is a Local Guide service to show you around Tijuana in a walking tour, no amenities are included. We will offer to stop and...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (277)
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$53
San Diego Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, & More

Get ready for a sweet adventure on the new San Diego Underground Donut Tour! In about 2 hours, you'll visit four of the city’s favorite …More

Get ready for a sweet adventure on the new San Diego Underground Donut Tour! In about 2 hours, you'll visit four of the city’s favorite...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$79
San Diego Sailing Cruise Small Group 6 Guests Classic Yacht

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with …More

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (85)
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$125
Learn to Surf in La Jolla

Has learning to surf been your dream? It’s a good one to have, and the calm waters of La Jolla Shores is the best spot …More

Has learning to surf been your dream? It’s a good one to have, and the calm waters of La Jolla Shores is the best spot...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (62)
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$129
San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million …More

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$64
San Diego Harbor Cruise on the Largest Catamaran in San Diego

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$55
San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour. On an amphibious vehicle …More

While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour. On an amphibious vehicle...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (187)
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$56
Mexican Street Food: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Street food in Tijuana means, fat, salsa a quick service but mainly a bunch of flavor. Imagine being a student and in your way from …More

Street food in Tijuana means, fat, salsa a quick service but mainly a bunch of flavor. Imagine being a student and in your way from...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (159)
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$129
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you …More

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San …More

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$81
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 …More

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (95)
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$30
San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour

Led by a fun & knowledgeable guide, the 4.5 hour trip features a 2-hour scenic drive and 3 hours spent at various locations. Learn the …More

Led by a fun & knowledgeable guide, the 4.5 hour trip features a 2-hour scenic drive and 3 hours spent at various locations. Learn the...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (218)
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$100
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. …More

What makes this experience unique is that the majority of the areas you can visit are only accessible by kayak or paddle board....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$20
Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully …More

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (24)
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$70
San Diego Gaslamp Ghosts and True Crime Walking Tour

Two tours built into one: explore San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter after dark through ghost sightings and true crime stories, from gambling dens and brothels to …More

Two tours built into one: explore San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter after dark through ghost sightings and true crime stories, from gambling dens and brothels to...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (41)
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$30
San Diego Pizza & Gelato Walking Tour in Little Italy Small Group

Eat your way through San Diego’s Little Italy on this small-group walking tour featuring authentic pizza slices, creamy gelato, and insider tips from a local …More

Eat your way through San Diego’s Little Italy on this small-group walking tour featuring authentic pizza slices, creamy gelato, and insider tips from a local...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (40)
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$80
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