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

Alaska, USA
Half-Day Guided Kayak Tour on Knik River

New in 2023! Experience Alaska on the original roads and routes aka its rivers and lakes. This tour transverses one of the most sublime landscapes …More

New in 2023! Experience Alaska on the original roads and routes aka its rivers and lakes. This tour transverses one of the most sublime landscapes...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$220
Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre Experience

An evening at the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre offers a unique blend of entertainment and dining in a cozy, authentic log cabin. Delight in …More

An evening at the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre offers a unique blend of entertainment and dining in a cozy, authentic log cabin. Delight in...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (14)
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$95
Wilderness Run Rafting Adventure Near Denali National Park

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure …More

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (10)
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$159
FROM SKAGWAY - Eagle Preserve Float

Upon arrival in Haines, you’ll board a motorcoach for a relaxing 40-minute drive up the Haines Highway, a National Scenic Byway, to the Chilkat Bald …More

Upon arrival in Haines, you’ll board a motorcoach for a relaxing 40-minute drive up the Haines Highway, a National Scenic Byway, to the Chilkat Bald...

6 hours 30 minutes
4.7 (24)
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$307
Exclusive Whale Watching

Come join us on this 26-foot Hewescraft vessel. This boat was built specifically for whale watching in extreme comfort. This small group excursion will take …More

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Come join us on this 26-foot Hewescraft vessel. This boat was built specifically for whale watching in extreme comfort. This small group excursion will take...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$274
Whittier to Anchorage Post Cruise Scenic Transfer Tour

- Cruise ship pickup directly from Whittier Port - Scenic drive through the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm - Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center …More

- Cruise ship pickup directly from Whittier Port - Scenic drive through the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm - Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$195
Ultimate Saxman: Cultural Show, Tasting, & Native Painting Craft

Join us for an incredible experience at the Ultimate Saxman Showcase. You'll have the opportunity to participate in Native Ornament Painting and create a unique …More

Join us for an incredible experience at the Ultimate Saxman Showcase. You'll have the opportunity to participate in Native Ornament Painting and create a unique...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (15)
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$149
Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Rafting - Skagway Departure

This is a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve with a scenic float trip (no whitewater) through …More

This is a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve with a scenic float trip (no whitewater) through...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (34)
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$328
Historic Gold Rush Scenic Drive

On this excursion in Skagway, hear tales about Skagway’s time as a gold rush boom town as your guide points out some of its historic …More

On this excursion in Skagway, hear tales about Skagway’s time as a gold rush boom town as your guide points out some of its historic...

2 hours 15 minutes
4.9 (10)
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$95
Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun.  Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight.  Discover Alaska's Arctic …More

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun.  Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight.  Discover Alaska's Arctic...

16 hours
4.7 (36)
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$249
Small-Group Flight Denali National Park Tour with Guided Hike

This flightseeing tour is a unique experience of traveling in a floatplane through Denali National Park. The flight offers amazing views of Denali, the tallest …More

This flightseeing tour is a unique experience of traveling in a floatplane through Denali National Park. The flight offers amazing views of Denali, the tallest...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (8)
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$795
Alaska Railroad Denali to Fairbanks One Way

Make your travel time between Denali National Park and Fairbanks a highlight of your trip, by booking a ticket aboard the Alaska Railroad's Denali Star …More

Make your travel time between Denali National Park and Fairbanks a highlight of your trip, by booking a ticket aboard the Alaska Railroad's Denali Star...

4 hours
4.3 (17)
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$102
Ketchikan Rainforest Island and Boat Adventure

A motorized rigid hull inflatable Seahawk provides a short, but exciting cruise along the coast of Clover Passage where whales, sea lions, seals, porpoise, bald …More

A motorized rigid hull inflatable Seahawk provides a short, but exciting cruise along the coast of Clover Passage where whales, sea lions, seals, porpoise, bald...

4 hours
4.3 (10)
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$199
Siginaka Islands Cruise and Kayak Adventure

Board a specialized vessel for a sightseeing cruise en route to our private island paddle base. Launch in a 2-person sea kayak on a fully …More

Board a specialized vessel for a sightseeing cruise en route to our private island paddle base. Launch in a 2-person sea kayak on a fully...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$259
Private Transfer, Seward Cruise ship to Anchorage

You will enjoying traveling between the beautiful mountains of the Kenai peninsula and the Chugach state park along the Seward highway and the Turnagain arm …More

You will enjoying traveling between the beautiful mountains of the Kenai peninsula and the Chugach state park along the Seward highway and the Turnagain arm...

3 hours
5.0 (8)
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$299
Multi Day Tour in Alaska Glamping and Kayaking

From the very first time we welcomed guests to stay overnight in ‘The Nellie’ on Grant Lake, we realized that we just had to get …More

From the very first time we welcomed guests to stay overnight in ‘The Nellie’ on Grant Lake, we realized that we just had to get...

3 days
5.0 (8)
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$1,008
Dancing Lights in the Sky on an Aurora RV Tour Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the Northern Lights from the warmth of our fully equipped RV. Skip the wait in the cold – …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the Northern Lights from the warmth of our fully equipped RV. Skip the wait in the cold –...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$189
Seward Alaska Historical City Tour Adventure

Explore Seward's Rich History and Culture on a 1-Hour Guided Tour! Join one of our friendly local guides for a 1-hour tour through the charming …More

Explore Seward's Rich History and Culture on a 1-Hour Guided Tour! Join one of our friendly local guides for a 1-hour tour through the charming...

1 hour
5.0 (5)
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$48
Moose Pass Hiking and Kayak Guided Tour Experience

Discover an unforgettable adventure near Seward, Alaska, with the Moose Pass Kayak & Hike Express to Grant Lake. In just 4 hours, enjoy a 1-mile …More

Discover an unforgettable adventure near Seward, Alaska, with the Moose Pass Kayak & Hike Express to Grant Lake. In just 4 hours, enjoy a 1-mile...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$216
Talkeetna Lakes Hike Guided by a Naturalist

Look for loons and kingfishers on the lakes and moose and bears in the woods. This lush old-growth forest is alive with songbirds, wildflowers, berries, …More

Look for loons and kingfishers on the lakes and moose and bears in the woods. This lush old-growth forest is alive with songbirds, wildflowers, berries,...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$83
Aurora Oval Nightly Northern Lights Chase

Choose this activity if you are all about maximizing your time to get your best chance at viewing the lights for a full rotation of …More

Choose this activity if you are all about maximizing your time to get your best chance at viewing the lights for a full rotation of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (8)
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$245
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