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

Where Alaskan sled dog tradition meets hands-on fun for the whole family. Mushing cart ride INCLUDED! Escape the ordinary and step into the heart of...

Explore the breathtaking waters of Ketchikan on this intimate whale watching tour. With a small group led by knowledgeable locals, enjoy personalized service as you...

Spend 5 hours on a half-day tour of the scenic Turnagain Arm—a narrow branch of the Cook Inlet that's backed by the Chugach Mountains. Drive on...

See the Chugach Range from the air as your helicopter flight takes you over snow capped mountain peaks and braided river valleys to land on...

Join us for an Alaskan village tour and crab feast! Our locally owned and operated tour is your chance to form a deeper connection. We...

Operated by Heart of Alaska Tours. Fairbanks City Highlight Tour stands out because it's led by passionate locals who know Fairbanks inside and out. Rather...

Experience a beautiful Alaskan experience hiking to one of Sitka's most scenic lakes. This is an excellent hike for seeing wildlife: we pass by waters...

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...

Join an award-winning cruise that offers the opportunity to spot sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoises, harbor seals, brown bears, deer, bald eagles, and more!...

Enjoy aerial views of blue ice-fields and hanging glaciers as you glide past the rugged peaks of the Chugach mountians. During your tour, your pilot will land on a glacier and...

Capture unparalleled views of Denali on a flightseeing tour from Talkeetna.  This tour is a robust introduction to Denali and the Alaska Range.  Follow the...

Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on...