The best family-friendly activities in Ketchikan for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Ketchikan, USA
Tales & Tides: Alaskan Lore & Wildlife Cruise

Experience a unique Ketchikan wildlife cruise that combines breathtaking scenery, Alaska wildlife, and authentic local storytelling. Departing from Clover Pass Resort aboard our comfortable enclosed …More

Experience a unique Ketchikan wildlife cruise that combines breathtaking scenery, Alaska wildlife, and authentic local storytelling. Departing from Clover Pass Resort aboard our comfortable enclosed...

2 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (31)
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$189
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 (85)
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$145
Ketchikan Backcountry Driving Tour Through the Tongass

This tour is off the beaten path and leaves the pavement and tourists behind for the more rugged mountain dirt roads in the backcountry of …More

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Likely to Sell Out

This tour is off the beaten path and leaves the pavement and tourists behind for the more rugged mountain dirt roads in the backcountry of...

2 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$229
Ketchikan 4 in 1

On the Ketchikan 4 in 1 you get to experience a fully narrated 2.5 hour historical tour. Starting with the city, which includes: a view …More

4.4 (116)

Ketchikan 4 in 1

On the Ketchikan 4 in 1 you get to experience a fully narrated 2.5 hour historical tour. Starting with the city, which includes: a view...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.4 (116)
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$92
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
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
*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
5.0 (4)
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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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Likely to Sell Out

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
Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1.5hr -includes 20 minute water landing

Experience a 1.5-hour Misty Fjords flightseeing tour with Seawind Aviation aboard our classic DeHavilland Otter or Beaver seaplanes. Just a short flight from Ketchikan, you’ll …More

Experience a 1.5-hour Misty Fjords flightseeing tour with Seawind Aviation aboard our classic DeHavilland Otter or Beaver seaplanes. Just a short flight from Ketchikan, you’ll...

2 hours
5.0 (48)
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$470
Owner Operated, Boat Launched, Kayak Tour

Howdy! My name is Tim. I love to take new people exploring on the ocean to share what I love about where I live. My …More

Howdy! My name is Tim. I love to take new people exploring on the ocean to share what I love about where I live. My...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (49)
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$191
Traitors Cove Bear Viewing

Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan …More

Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan...

4 hours 15 minutes
4.8 (43)
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$595
The Best Fishing Charter Excursion in Ketchikan, Alaska

Locally owned & operated, extremely passionate fishing and wildlife tour that strives to give our clients the true Alaskan experience! We run fast & far …More

Locally owned & operated, extremely passionate fishing and wildlife tour that strives to give our clients the true Alaskan experience! We run fast & far...

4 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (23)
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$500
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