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

Alaska, USA
Totems, City & Wildlife by Cable Car Trolley

2 hour Deluxe City Totem Park and Wildlife viewing tour by San Francisco Style Cable Car Trolley. This tour includes City Highlights and Herring Cove …More

2 hour Deluxe City Totem Park and Wildlife viewing tour by San Francisco Style Cable Car Trolley. This tour includes City Highlights and Herring Cove...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.0 (148)
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$85
Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe and Nature Walk

Explore Ketchikan the way the natives did on this rainforest canoe trip and nature walk. On this 3.5-hour Alaskan tour, paddle through a pristine lake …More

Explore Ketchikan the way the natives did on this rainforest canoe trip and nature walk. On this 3.5-hour Alaskan tour, paddle through a pristine lake...

3 hours 30 minutes
4.6 (86)
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$145
*New* Exclusive Premier Ketchikan Tour(Up to 6 Passengers)

We have you covered from your arrival to your departure! This private tour is a unique opportunity to experience some of the beautiful historical sights …More

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We have you covered from your arrival to your departure! This private tour is a unique opportunity to experience some of the beautiful historical sights...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,200
Beautiful Totem Bight State Park and Rainforest Walking Tour

Ketchikan Native Tours is a locally owned and operated Southeast Alaska land based sightseeing tour company that focuses on the rich traditional Native cultures of …More

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Ketchikan Native Tours is a locally owned and operated Southeast Alaska land based sightseeing tour company that focuses on the rich traditional Native cultures of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (6)
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$75
Aurora Chaser Tour

We offer small group, personalized tours led by the most experienced Alaskan guides in the business, who also share ownership in this enterprise. We love …More

We offer small group, personalized tours led by the most experienced Alaskan guides in the business, who also share ownership in this enterprise. We love...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.5 (25)
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$161
Private Northern Lights Lodge & Chase – Fairbanks

The only private aurora tour in Fairbanks with both a wilderness lodge and mobile chase capability. Recommended by National Geographic, your group gets exclusive use …More

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The only private aurora tour in Fairbanks with both a wilderness lodge and mobile chase capability. Recommended by National Geographic, your group gets exclusive use...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$433
Whale Watching Hoonah Alaska

We are a local business operating in the area since 2008 and fishing in the area since 1988. We have a 2019 North River (32ft) …More

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We are a local business operating in the area since 2008 and fishing in the area since 1988. We have a 2019 North River (32ft)...

150 to 180 minutes
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$284
Half Day Halibut Fishing

We offer halibut fishing with a maximum of 6 people with a local captain and mate who have over 30 years of experience fishing the …More

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We offer halibut fishing with a maximum of 6 people with a local captain and mate who have over 30 years of experience fishing the...

3 hours 30 minutes
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$410
Columbia Glacier Helicopter Adventure with Landing (90 Minutes)

Experience one of Alaska’s most dramatic flightseeing adventures on this extended 90-minute helicopter tour over the Columbia Glacier—Alaska’s second-largest tidewater glacier. Soar above jagged crevasses, …More

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Experience one of Alaska’s most dramatic flightseeing adventures on this extended 90-minute helicopter tour over the Columbia Glacier—Alaska’s second-largest tidewater glacier. Soar above jagged crevasses,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$799
Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

Spend your day in Juneau port panning for gold and indulging in a fresh Alaskan salmon bake. After a brief city tour of Juneau, make …More

Spend your day in Juneau port panning for gold and indulging in a fresh Alaskan salmon bake. After a brief city tour of Juneau, make...

3 to 4 hours
4.3 (72)
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$145
Sitka Up Close: Bears, Eagles & Totem Forest (Small Group)

This shore excursion is one of the most popular for Alsaka cruises. Get closer to Sitka than the big bus tours, meet rescued bears, hear …More

This shore excursion is one of the most popular for Alsaka cruises. Get closer to Sitka than the big bus tours, meet rescued bears, hear...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (70)
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$233
Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure

While you’re in port in Juneau, venture to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin for a true Alaskan gold adventure! Hear about the historic Alaskan …More

While you’re in port in Juneau, venture to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin for a true Alaskan gold adventure! Hear about the historic Alaskan...

1 hour 30 minutes
4.3 (61)
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$99
FROM HAINES - Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Float Tour

The world-famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve boasts the largest gathering of bald eagles anywhere in the world! Your adventure begins with a spectacular drive along …More

The world-famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve boasts the largest gathering of bald eagles anywhere in the world! Your adventure begins with a spectacular drive along...

4 hours
4.8 (43)
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$182
Alaska Railroad Denali to Anchorage One Way

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

8 hours
4.1 (65)
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$205
Chilkoot Lake Kayaing - Departing from Haines.

We offer small group guided guided kayak trips on this pristine mountain lake near Haines, Alaska. Our guides all undergo rigorous in house safety training …More

We offer small group guided guided kayak trips on this pristine mountain lake near Haines, Alaska. Our guides all undergo rigorous in house safety training...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$174
Northern lights and Aurora Photgraphy with Warm Geodesic Dome

A magical Alaskan experience of chasing the northern lights! Visit our off grid homestead and geodesic dome or go chasing the lights in our van! …More

A magical Alaskan experience of chasing the northern lights! Visit our off grid homestead and geodesic dome or go chasing the lights in our van!...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (44)
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$200
1 Hour Fall Sled Dog Experience in Two Rivers

Two Rivers is home to more dogs than people. Come join us on a tour and meet a local Two Rivers musher with their personal …More

Two Rivers is home to more dogs than people. Come join us on a tour and meet a local Two Rivers musher with their personal...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$130
Dryland Dog Sled Tour

Get to know the dogs of Susitna Sled Dog Adventures! Join us in training our dogs when theres not snow. Explore the world of sled …More

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Get to know the dogs of Susitna Sled Dog Adventures! Join us in training our dogs when theres not snow. Explore the world of sled...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$189
Half Night Personalized Aurora Chase and Photography

This is your Custom Aurora Activity for a Partial Night. This is an Aurora Chase to find the best view or clear skies to maximize …More

This is your Custom Aurora Activity for a Partial Night. This is an Aurora Chase to find the best view or clear skies to maximize...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (12)
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$185
Arctic Fat Truck Tours

Experience Alaska in one of the most capable off-road machines in the world. Arctic Fat Truck Tours takes you deep into the scenic boreal forest …More

Experience Alaska in one of the most capable off-road machines in the world. Arctic Fat Truck Tours takes you deep into the scenic boreal forest...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$100
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