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

Alaska, USA
Seamax 4D Immersive Film Experience in Ketchikan

Step into the heart of Alaska with the Seamax 4D immersive film experience, located just blocks from your cruise ship. This unique adventure combines stunning …More

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Step into the heart of Alaska with the Seamax 4D immersive film experience, located just blocks from your cruise ship. This unique adventure combines stunning...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Denali Rafting Wilderness Wave

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park …More

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (529)
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$160
Alaskan Lodge Adventure and Seafeast

Experience one of the most unique seafood excursions in Ketchikan, combining Alaska wildlife, rainforest exploration, and an unforgettable Alaska seafood feast. Cruise through the scenic …More

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Experience one of the most unique seafood excursions in Ketchikan, combining Alaska wildlife, rainforest exploration, and an unforgettable Alaska seafood feast. Cruise through the scenic...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$196
3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

Our 20 passenger catamaran offers you and your loved ones a personal experience without the crowds. Elevated custom seats are sure to keep you at …More

Our 20 passenger catamaran offers you and your loved ones a personal experience without the crowds. Elevated custom seats are sure to keep you at...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$209
Wilderness Zodiac Quest

Your adrenalin will be pumping when you captain a four- or six-passenger Zodiac, a rigid-hulled inflatable boat offering speed and agility. The adventure begins with …More

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Your adrenalin will be pumping when you captain a four- or six-passenger Zodiac, a rigid-hulled inflatable boat offering speed and agility. The adventure begins with...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (281)
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$255
"Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah

We specialize in whale watching in small groups; 16 passengers total. This allows for a more personalized experience and why most people chose our tours …More

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We specialize in whale watching in small groups; 16 passengers total. This allows for a more personalized experience and why most people chose our tours...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$236
Ultimate Whale Watch and Tracy's Crab Shack Meal

The two most popular things to do in Juneau are whale watching and a stop at Tracy's Crab Shack. Lock in a good crab market …More

The two most popular things to do in Juneau are whale watching and a stop at Tracy's Crab Shack. Lock in a good crab market...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$274
Skagway City and Summit Tour

Enjoy the classic Skagway tour! Our tour will take you down Broadway, Skagway's historic main street, and we'll point out various points of interest and …More

Enjoy the classic Skagway tour! Our tour will take you down Broadway, Skagway's historic main street, and we'll point out various points of interest and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$83
Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

Discover our brand-new glass house, offering stunning panoramic views! Experience the magic of the Northern Lights from our Aurora Glass House at the top of …More

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Discover our brand-new glass house, offering stunning panoramic views! Experience the magic of the Northern Lights from our Aurora Glass House at the top of...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (241)
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$99
Private Alaskan Reindeer Encounter & Forest Walk

Step into the enchanting world of reindeer in Alaska with our Private 45-minute Reindeer Tour. First, join us in the classroom where we deep dive …More

Step into the enchanting world of reindeer in Alaska with our Private 45-minute Reindeer Tour. First, join us in the classroom where we deep dive...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$90
Whales and Wilderness Exploration

Board your comfortable 24-passenger airporter-style bus and settle in for a scenic 30-minute ride to the harbor. Along the way, your guide will share engaging …More

Board your comfortable 24-passenger airporter-style bus and settle in for a scenic 30-minute ride to the harbor. Along the way, your guide will share engaging...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$178
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour from Ketchikan

A MUST DO TOUR IN ALASKA! One of the highest rated tours offered along Alaska's beautiful inside passage.  Find out what life is like as …More

A MUST DO TOUR IN ALASKA! One of the highest rated tours offered along Alaska's beautiful inside passage.  Find out what life is like as...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (879)
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$264
Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Embark on a small-group, 3-hour whale watching and wildlife sightseeing tour from Hoonah, Alaska in our custom built vessels with heated cabins and restroom. Every …More

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Embark on a small-group, 3-hour whale watching and wildlife sightseeing tour from Hoonah, Alaska in our custom built vessels with heated cabins and restroom. Every...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (466)
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$225
Alaskan Back Country Side by Side ATV Adventure with Meal

See the wilds of Alaska on a Side by Side ATV with a full windshield, roof, seat belts, gas pedal, and break.  This fun and …More

See the wilds of Alaska on a Side by Side ATV with a full windshield, roof, seat belts, gas pedal, and break.  This fun and...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Fairbanks Heritage & Sightseeing Tour

Delve into the rich culture, fascinating history, and unique charm of Alaska on this small-group guided tour through Fairbanks and its surrounding areas. Designed for …More

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Delve into the rich culture, fascinating history, and unique charm of Alaska on this small-group guided tour through Fairbanks and its surrounding areas. Designed for...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (517)
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$185
Kayak Tours

Please look at our Departure and Return instructions before your trip with us. If you have any questions please reach out before you dock in …More

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Kayak Tours

Please look at our Departure and Return instructions before your trip with us. If you have any questions please reach out before you dock in...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (363)
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$180
Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour

The Chilkoot Hike and Float Tour is an active, family-oriented hiking adventure along the world famous Chilkoot Trail. This wilderness hike takes place in the …More

The Chilkoot Hike and Float Tour is an active, family-oriented hiking adventure along the world famous Chilkoot Trail. This wilderness hike takes place in the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (604)
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$145
Denali Flyer Flightseeing Tour from Talkeetna

Denali National Park has skyscrapers of granite and ice instead of steel. Denali, Mt. Hunter and Mt. Foraker tower above the other peaks of the …More

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Denali National Park has skyscrapers of granite and ice instead of steel. Denali, Mt. Hunter and Mt. Foraker tower above the other peaks of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$422
Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way

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

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

4 hours
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$102
Northern Lights Lodge & Chase Tour from Fairbanks

Trade the crowded roadside pullouts for a private wilderness lodge deep in Alaska's interior—where the aurora appears directly overhead in skies with zero light pollution. …More

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Trade the crowded roadside pullouts for a private wilderness lodge deep in Alaska's interior—where the aurora appears directly overhead in skies with zero light pollution....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$359
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