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

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5 Hour Historic Thomas Jefferson Wine Tour

We would like to personally invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful countryside of Charlottesville and the surrounding area. As …More

We would like to personally invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful countryside of Charlottesville and the surrounding area. As...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$111
Fredericksburg Walking Tour

Join us on an immersive walking tour through historic Fredericksburg, where Colonial-era history comes to life beyond the textbooks. Led by passionate local historians, our …More

Join us on an immersive walking tour through historic Fredericksburg, where Colonial-era history comes to life beyond the textbooks. Led by passionate local historians, our...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Richmond Historian Guided Tour

Explore Richmond with the aid of a professional historian guide, learning about the crucial role the city played in the foundation of American politics, culture, …More

Explore Richmond with the aid of a professional historian guide, learning about the crucial role the city played in the foundation of American politics, culture,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$21
Walking Tour of Historic Staunton Architecture and Stories

Staunton’s Beverley and Newtown Districts make up the setting for a guided walking tour covering 12 blocks of local history and Victorian architecture. Hear stories …More

Staunton’s Beverley and Newtown Districts make up the setting for a guided walking tour covering 12 blocks of local history and Victorian architecture. Hear stories...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
What Says Virginia: A Question of Independence.

During this 1-hour walking tour, learn the complexities of Virginia's decision to seek independence from England. Discover the challenges faced by the men of the …More

During this 1-hour walking tour, learn the complexities of Virginia's decision to seek independence from England. Discover the challenges faced by the men of the...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$25
Dark History Conspiracy Tour

Join a costumed Spooks and Legends guide on a tour of historic Colonial Williamsburg, Learn the dark history of Williamsburg and the nation’s most influential …More

Join a costumed Spooks and Legends guide on a tour of historic Colonial Williamsburg, Learn the dark history of Williamsburg and the nation’s most influential...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Chincoteague's Sunrise Boat Tour Around The Islands

We are the only tour company that specializes in Sunrise tours. We have been doing tours for over 30 years. We go to the most …More

We are the only tour company that specializes in Sunrise tours. We have been doing tours for over 30 years. We go to the most...

1 hour
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$119
Water Taxi to Private Secluded Beach around Chincoteague

We are the only water taxi on Chincoteague island, Virginia. We go to remote beaches around Chincoteague & Assateague. We will drop you off at …More

We are the only water taxi on Chincoteague island, Virginia. We go to remote beaches around Chincoteague & Assateague. We will drop you off at...

15 to 20 minutes
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$89
Private UNESCO World Heritage Tour

This exceptional tour takes us to two of Thomas Jefferson's most iconic masterpieces, the University of Virginia and Monticello, both honored as UNESCO World Heritage …More

This exceptional tour takes us to two of Thomas Jefferson's most iconic masterpieces, the University of Virginia and Monticello, both honored as UNESCO World Heritage...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$156
Civil War Ghosts Tour

Colonial Williamsburg is often times associated with the Revolutionary War era,, but the old capital city is home to many civil war related sites as …More

Colonial Williamsburg is often times associated with the Revolutionary War era,, but the old capital city is home to many civil war related sites as...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Half-Day Holiday and Tacky Lights Tour in Richmond

Tacky Lights from property owners that have received National attention over the year, some have been doing this over 30 years. We will visit some …More

Tacky Lights from property owners that have received National attention over the year, some have been doing this over 30 years. We will visit some...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Christmas on the Homefront: A 1-Hour World War II Character Tour

Be transported back to Williamsburg in 1943 in this 1-hour character tour. Learn how the citizens of the town are dealing with rationing, blackout drills, …More

Be transported back to Williamsburg in 1943 in this 1-hour character tour. Learn how the citizens of the town are dealing with rationing, blackout drills,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$25
Philadelphia and New York City 2-Day Tour from Washington DC

See three of the East Coast’s biggest cities in two days on this small-group tour from Washington, D.C. Trace American history through Philadelphia, where the …More

See three of the East Coast’s biggest cities in two days on this small-group tour from Washington, D.C. Trace American history through Philadelphia, where the...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$481
Richmond African American History Tour

Explore the history of Richmond's black artists, business leaders, politicians, and innovators on this tour of the Jackson Ward neighborhood. Known for its charming Victorian …More

Explore the history of Richmond's black artists, business leaders, politicians, and innovators on this tour of the Jackson Ward neighborhood. Known for its charming Victorian...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$21
Chincoteague Pony Swim Kayak Tour 2027 - front row Pony Swim Seat

Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you join us for an unforgettable event: kayaking alongside the majestic wild ponies as they make their annual …More

Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you join us for an unforgettable event: kayaking alongside the majestic wild ponies as they make their annual...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$380
Scavenger Hunt in Virginia Beach by Operation City Quest

Walk around Virginia Beach while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Use an app to find a list of objects around the city in …More

Walk around Virginia Beach while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Use an app to find a list of objects around the city in...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
The Dairy Market Food Tour

The Dairy Market is among Charlottesville's leading food, retail, and entertainment venues. Free parking is available onsite. …More

The Dairy Market is among Charlottesville's leading food, retail, and entertainment venues. Free parking is available onsite....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$225
Scavenger Hunt in Virginia Beach by 3Quest Challenge

You'll use an app to explore Virginia Beach in this fun scavenger hunt. Use the app to find things around the city, take photos and …More

You'll use an app to explore Virginia Beach in this fun scavenger hunt. Use the app to find things around the city, take photos and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
Scavenger Hunt in Newport News by Operation City Quest

In this fun Newport News scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect …More

In this fun Newport News scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
Niagara Falls and New York City 3-Day Tour from Washington DC

Pack nature, history, and big-city energy into three days on this small-group round trip from Washington, D.C. Travel north to Niagara Falls by way of …More

Pack nature, history, and big-city energy into three days on this small-group round trip from Washington, D.C. Travel north to Niagara Falls by way of...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$522
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