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

Alaska, USA
Ketchikan Jeep and Canoe Safari

Fill your need for adventure and excitement while in Ketchikan on this four-hour off-road Jeep and canoe tour ! Take control of a four-wheel- drive …More

Fill your need for adventure and excitement while in Ketchikan on this four-hour off-road Jeep and canoe tour ! Take control of a four-wheel- drive...

4 hours
4.6 (106)
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$229
Juneau Gold Creek Salmon Bake

A feast as grand as Alaska itself! The Gold Creek Salmon Bake is an event we’ve “grilled to perfection” for over 40 years. Savor an …More

A feast as grand as Alaska itself! The Gold Creek Salmon Bake is an event we’ve “grilled to perfection” for over 40 years. Savor an...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (163)
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$79
Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking

Glide into a glorious adventure on a two-person sea kayak to view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Learn paddling techniques from an expert, then set out …More

Glide into a glorious adventure on a two-person sea kayak to view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Learn paddling techniques from an expert, then set out...

3 hours 30 minutes
4.7 (163)
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$159
Chilkoot Lake Nature and Wildlife Viewing - 6.5 hrs from Skagway

Leave the crowds of Skagway behind and visit Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines. Your tour begins with a high-speed catamaran ride along the steep-walled …More

Leave the crowds of Skagway behind and visit Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines. Your tour begins with a high-speed catamaran ride along the steep-walled...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (83)
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$293
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Denali One Way

How to get to Denali National Park? There’s no finer way to arrive than aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, the Denali Star. Passengers especially appreciate …More

How to get to Denali National Park? There’s no finer way to arrive than aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, the Denali Star. Passengers especially appreciate...

8 hours
4.5 (85)
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$205
Private Tour for Chena Hot Springs (Free Photo) from Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that …More

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Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$389
14 passenger Whale Watching Tours in Icy Strait aka Hoonah AK

Join us on a once in a lifetime tour. We’ll take you out whale watching in Icy Straits . You’ll see humpback whales, guaranteed! You …More

Join us on a once in a lifetime tour. We’ll take you out whale watching in Icy Straits . You’ll see humpback whales, guaranteed! You...

2 hours 30 minutes
5.0 (62)
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$314
Ketchikan Fishing Charter (salmon)

Ketchikan Alaska is nicknamed the “Salmon Capitol of the World” because it is! If you've dreamed about fishing these pristine waters and experiencing the thrill …More

Ketchikan Alaska is nicknamed the “Salmon Capitol of the World” because it is! If you've dreamed about fishing these pristine waters and experiencing the thrill...

4 hours
5.0 (65)
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$395
Musher's Camp® and Gold Panning Adventure

Learn about dog mushing and gold panning in this fun, family-friendly Alaskan experience! After arriving to our base camp, begin your tour with a Musher …More

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Learn about dog mushing and gold panning in this fun, family-friendly Alaskan experience! After arriving to our base camp, begin your tour with a Musher...

2 hours 45 minutes
4.4 (10)
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$178
Alaskan Sled Dog Excursion in Fairbanks

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native …More

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (17)
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$135
Reindeer Meet and Greet

Reindeer are a truly remarkable part of Alaska's history. During this experience travelers can learn more about these gentle creatures through quality time by being …More

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Reindeer are a truly remarkable part of Alaska's history. During this experience travelers can learn more about these gentle creatures through quality time by being...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (20)
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$40
Alaska Crab Feast

The Harbor Haus at Thomas Basin will be your destination to experience the most pristine Dungeness Crab feast. While looking out over the harbor filled …More

The Harbor Haus at Thomas Basin will be your destination to experience the most pristine Dungeness Crab feast. While looking out over the harbor filled...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (16)
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$109
Bear Lake Scenic Paddle

If the ocean is not your cup of tea, head 6 miles north of Seward to Bear Lake. Bear Lake is a salmon habitat, home …More

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If the ocean is not your cup of tea, head 6 miles north of Seward to Bear Lake. Bear Lake is a salmon habitat, home...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (6)
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$119
Juneau Whale Watch and Wildlife Quest

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the Alaskan wilderness aboard your custom-built expedition vessel from Sitka shipyard. Your dedicated crew ensures a seamless experience as …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey into the Alaskan wilderness aboard your custom-built expedition vessel from Sitka shipyard. Your dedicated crew ensures a seamless experience as...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.2 (20)
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$180
Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge from Sitka

Set out in search for Sitka’s famous wildlife, including sea otters, whales, coastal brown bears, and more. This tour has a 99.9% – wildlife viewing …More

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Set out in search for Sitka’s famous wildlife, including sea otters, whales, coastal brown bears, and more. This tour has a 99.9% – wildlife viewing...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
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$310
Fall Aurora Mushing Cart Ride Bucket List Adventure

As the summer fades to fall, we slowly lose our daylight and gain back the stillness of the night. With the darkness brings the magic …More

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As the summer fades to fall, we slowly lose our daylight and gain back the stillness of the night. With the darkness brings the magic...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$200
Anchorage to Whittier Direct Transfer Tour

We provide a direct, cruise-aligned transfer from Anchorage Airport to the Whittier cruise terminal, eliminating the stress of coordinating transportation on your own. Our professional …More

We provide a direct, cruise-aligned transfer from Anchorage Airport to the Whittier cruise terminal, eliminating the stress of coordinating transportation on your own. Our professional...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (16)
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$80
Whittier to Anchorage Shared Bus Transfer Service

Travel from the Port of Whittier to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in comfort and style aboard a luxury motorcoach designed for a seamless and …More

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Travel from the Port of Whittier to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in comfort and style aboard a luxury motorcoach designed for a seamless and...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (13)
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$69
Winter Dog Sled Adventure in Willow Alaska

Your adventure begins the moment you arrive at Snowhook, where your retired sled dogs—many of them Iditarod veterans—will welcome you with wagging tails. After getting …More

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Your adventure begins the moment you arrive at Snowhook, where your retired sled dogs—many of them Iditarod veterans—will welcome you with wagging tails. After getting...

2 hours
5.0 (7)
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$159
Rafting to Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve from Haines

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...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (86)
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$201
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