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

Alaska, USA
Historical Walking Tour of Abandoned Gold Rush Era City with AR

The Treadwell mine collapse of 1917 ended an era of gold and industry in Alaska. Today, the preserved ruins of this massive site sit quietly …More

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The Treadwell mine collapse of 1917 ended an era of gold and industry in Alaska. Today, the preserved ruins of this massive site sit quietly...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$119
Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

This tour includes two hours on the water following the whales, and a quick 15 minute peek at the Mendenhall Glacier. It is just enough …More

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This tour includes two hours on the water following the whales, and a quick 15 minute peek at the Mendenhall Glacier. It is just enough...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$185
Chichagof Island Tour: Brown Bear Search

Embark on a small-group, 3-hour land based tour of Chichagof Island. The community of Hoonah, with a year round population of approximately 850, is located …More

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Embark on a small-group, 3-hour land based tour of Chichagof Island. The community of Hoonah, with a year round population of approximately 850, is located...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$164
Southside Explorer Flightseeing tour from Talkeetna

Capture unparalleled views of Denali on a flightseeing tour from Talkeetna.  This tour is a robust introduction to Denali and the Alaska Range.  Follow the …More

Capture unparalleled views of Denali on a flightseeing tour from Talkeetna.  This tour is a robust introduction to Denali and the Alaska Range.  Follow the...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (65)
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$351
Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on …More

Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$230
Glacier Point Wilderness Safari

On this breathtaking Safari you'll take a 60 minute boat ride out to the Davidson Glacier filled with the potential for wildlife including whales, bald …More

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On this breathtaking Safari you'll take a 60 minute boat ride out to the Davidson Glacier filled with the potential for wildlife including whales, bald...

6 hours
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$367
Trails and Ale Tour and Tram Combo

Elevate Your Alaskan experience: The Trails and Ale Tour offers a unique outdoor adventure combining exhilarating trails and the finest craft beer selection for nature-loving …More

Elevate Your Alaskan experience: The Trails and Ale Tour offers a unique outdoor adventure combining exhilarating trails and the finest craft beer selection for nature-loving...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (66)
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$125
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

One thing that sets our tour apart from other is the mobile experience of the tour. We focus on making sure we are getting the …More

One thing that sets our tour apart from other is the mobile experience of the tour. We focus on making sure we are getting the...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$329
Juneau Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

Humpback and orca whales are actively feeding in southeast Alaska waters so chances are you'll see whales breach. You will also savor wild Alaska salmon …More

Humpback and orca whales are actively feeding in southeast Alaska waters so chances are you'll see whales breach. You will also savor wild Alaska salmon...

5 hours
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$239
Half-Day Alaska Private Walk & Wade Fly Fishing Trip

Alaska and fishing are synonymous! We pride ourselves in not only teaching guests how to fly fish but give guests a completely unique Alaskan experience! …More

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Alaska and fishing are synonymous! We pride ourselves in not only teaching guests how to fly fish but give guests a completely unique Alaskan experience!...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$250
Brooks Falls Katmai Bear Viewing in a Float Plane

Wildlife Photography Trip of a Lifetime! Highly experienced Bush Pilot ! Smaller groups for a better experience! …More

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Wildlife Photography Trip of a Lifetime! Highly experienced Bush Pilot ! Smaller groups for a better experience!...

6 to 7 hours
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$1,595
Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO

Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown …More

Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$499
Juneau Whale Watching Adventure

Spend your morning or afternoon spotting magnificent humpback whales in the picturesque Auke Bay with the Alaskan mountains in the background. On this whale-watching adventure …More

Spend your morning or afternoon spotting magnificent humpback whales in the picturesque Auke Bay with the Alaskan mountains in the background. On this whale-watching adventure...

3 hours 45 minutes
4.9 (305)
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$189
Sled Dog Kennel Tour

Get to know the dogs of Susitna Sled Dog Adventures! Visit the home and kennel of Iditarod musher Rohn Buser and family, and spend time …More

Get to know the dogs of Susitna Sled Dog Adventures! Visit the home and kennel of Iditarod musher Rohn Buser and family, and spend time...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
Ketchikan Magical Old-Growth Creek Trek Guided Tour

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up …More

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$258
Hatcher Pass Views, Reindeer & Iditarod Dogs, Anchorage Pick Up

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing real Alaska—not just postcards—this is your invitation. Leave the city behind for a day of wild beauty, a slower …More

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing real Alaska—not just postcards—this is your invitation. Leave the city behind for a day of wild beauty, a slower...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Matanuska Glacier Hiking Adventure from Anchorage

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful …More

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$375
Juneau Whale Watching and Sentinel Island Lighthouse Tour

The only Juneau whale watch that takes you ashore at a lighthouse. After about 2.5 hours searching for humpbacks, spend about 30 minutes on Sentinel …More

The only Juneau whale watch that takes you ashore at a lighthouse. After about 2.5 hours searching for humpbacks, spend about 30 minutes on Sentinel...

4 hours 30 minutes
5.0 (280)
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$199
Arctic Circle Day Tour Adventure

Embark on the ultimate northern adventure with our Arctic Circle Day Tour from Fairbanks. Travel deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness along the famous Dalton Highway, …More

Embark on the ultimate northern adventure with our Arctic Circle Day Tour from Fairbanks. Travel deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness along the famous Dalton Highway,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (80)
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$300
Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews in Juneau

Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews begins with a 20 minute van ride out of historic downtown Juneau out to the Mendenhall Valley, where you'll be …More

Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews begins with a 20 minute van ride out of historic downtown Juneau out to the Mendenhall Valley, where you'll be...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (42)
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$188
Whittier Cruise Shuttle Tour with Multiple Stops

Discover Alaska’s beauty in just one day with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! Enjoy scenic stops at Portage Lake, the Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, …More

Discover Alaska’s beauty in just one day with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! Enjoy scenic stops at Portage Lake, the Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point,...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
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