Top Dog Friendly Tours Worldwide

Taking the dog out for a walk takes on a new meaning when you’re on vacation. After all, there are tons of sights to see, and smell, around every corner. Browse our dog friendly tours below for the scoop on self-guided walks, driving tours, and group tours that both you and your dog are sure to enjoy.

Captain Sheri's Wild About Dolphins

Key West, FL

Captain Sheri's Wild About Dolphins Captain Sheri's Wild About Dolphins offers dog-friendly eco-charter tours for dolphin viewing in the waters of Key West, FL. Enjoy a three-hour or four-hour private charter full of amenities for Fido, such as spring water, grain-free treats, water toys, a Wild About Dolphins dog tag and doggie life jackets. Your pup may even make a new friend as the captain's Golden Retriever joins most trips. See Details

Monterey Bay Whale Watch

Monterey, CA

Monterey Bay Whale Watch Share a one-of-a-kind whale watching experience with your canine companion aboard one of the dog-friendly Monterey Bay Whale Watch boats in Monterey, CA. Open year-round, this tour company has the area's highest success rate for whale and dolphin sightings. Piloted by captains with over 20 years of experience, each boat trip is led by knowledgeable and experienced marine biologists. Sightings are dependent on the season but include Gray, Humpback, Killer and Blue Whales, dolphins, porpoises, sea otters, seals, and sea lions. See Details

Shoreline Sightseeing

Chicago, IL

Shoreline Sightseeing Bring Fido aboard one of the dog-friendly Shoreline Cruises boats in Chicago, IL, for a tour on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome on classic lake cruises and architecture cruises. The classic lake cruise will highlight historic lakefront sights and attractions along Lake Michigan. The architecture cruise will take you down the Chicago River to see buildings such as Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Trump Tower, Marina City and more. Dogs aren't permitted on special event or fireworks cruises. Cruises depart from multiple locations depending on cruise and time. Call or visit website for exact departure location. See Details

Vagabond Cruise

Hilton Head Island, SC

Vagabond Cruise Your pup will love the chance to see dolphins aboard a pet-friendly Vagabond Cruise in Hilton Head Island, SC. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the Ocean Dolphin Cruises, Sunset Dolphin Cruises, and our Daufuskie Island Ferry (9 AM trip only). See Details

Oliver Bentleys Historic Dog Walk Tour

Savannah, GA

Oliver Bentleys Historic Dog Walk Tour See Savannah in a dog-centric way on the Oliver Bentleys Historic Dog Walk Tour. Designed and tailored specifically for you and your dog, this tour gives you and your pup the opportunity to sniff out Savannah's historical sites while you hear more about this beautiful city. There is a limit of two dogs per human, and all dogs must be leashed. This dog-friendly walking tour runs approximately 90 minutes and is about a one mile stroll through historic Savannah. As an added bonus, every dog on the tour receives a complimentary bag of Oliver Bentleys own original recipe Ollie B. Biscuits. Tours are by reservation only. Please note the afternoon tour is not offered June through September due to high temperatures. See Details

Lazy Dog Adventures

Key West, FL

Lazy Dog Adventures Lazy Dog Adventures offers a few different pet-friendly excursions in Key West, FL. The first is a regular rental, which includes a kayak with your pooch across the channel and down the canal. There are plenty of birds and coconuts floating by along the way to keep your dog entertained. Option two is the doggie paddle. Several people take their dogs in the kayaks to a sandbar together. It's like a private island dog park, so your dog will be tuckered out for the rest of the day by the time you make it back to the marina. Lazy Dog is located on Stock Island, the first island north of Key West, at mile marker 4. See Details

Crab Island Cruises

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Crab Island Cruises Head out to Crab Island for a day of fun in the sand and surf with your furry best friend aboard a dog-friendly pontoon rental from Crab Island Cruises in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Well-behaved dogs on all their cruises! What makes Crab Island Cruises unique is the fact that a driver is included in your boat rental, meaning that you can focus on having fun while someone else does the driving. Crab Island Cruises provides nearly everything you need for an unforgettable day including: boat and captain, PFDs, fuel, beach towels, float and water toys, bottled water, a case of your favorite beverage, plates, napkins, utensils, cooler with ice, beach towels, a photo book of your excursion, and more. See Details

Mercury's Canine Cruise

Chicago, IL

Mercury's Canine Cruise Mercury's Canine Cruise in Chicago, IL, offers a dog-friendly boat tour on weekends, where leashed pups can join you on a scenic ride along the city's waterways. Enjoy live narration featuring Chicago’s history, architecture and pet-friendly highlights. Dogs are welcome on laps, seats, or the deck, with water bowls and a newspaper-lined pet restroom provided. Cruises run seasonally—check their website for the current schedule. Tickets are available online or dockside the day of the tour. See Details

Cape May Whale Watcher

Cape May, NJ

Cape May Whale Watcher The Cape May Whale Watcher offers the largest and fastest whale and dolphin watching boats in New Jersey and they are dog friendly. The owners, Jeff and Mary Stewart have owned dogs their entire lives, and love having well behaved and leashed pups aboard ship. In business since 1993, the Cape May Whale Watcher guarantees marine mammal sightings of whales or dolphins or porpoise. Well behaved pooches ride for free! See Details

The Amish Farm and House

Lancaster, PA

The Amish Farm and House The Amish Farm and House is a dog-friendly attraction in Lancaster, PA. Fido is welcome to join you on bus, house and farm tours, provided your furry friend is on a leash. Opened nearly 60 years ago, they have hosted travelers worldwide, making this a great stop to check out with your pup. See Details

Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine

St. Augustine, FL

Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on tours with the Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine in Florida. Relax and enjoy a 75-minute cruise aboard the Victory III. The Captain-narrated tours offer a wonderful, dog-friendly way to view Saint Augustine’s historical landmarks and points of interest. They're open seasonally, so be sure to check their schedule before visiting. See Details

Beach Buddy Tours

Cape Coral, FL

Beach Buddy Tours Beach Buddy Tours offers dog-friendly sightseeing boat tours on the waters around Cape Coral, FL. Pets are welcome with prior approval, and the Beach Buddy vessels come with a Bimini top so Fido can relax in the shade. They offer multiple private sightseeing tours of varying lengths from 2.5 to 7 hours, giving you plenty of time to enjoy scenic views and search for dolphins and other wildlife. See Details

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Frankfort, KY

Buffalo Trace Distillery Bring Fido to Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, KY for a tour of the distillery. Most of the property is dog friendly, including the tasting area and gift shop. Dogs are not allowed in the bottling building. Tours range from a National Historic Landmark Tour to a Ghost Tour of the paranormal areas featured on "Ghost Hunters." Times, tastings, duration and reservation requirements vary by tour, so dog owners should check the website or call ahead before planning their outing. See Details

Casco Bay Lines

Portland, ME

Casco Bay Lines All aboard this working mailboat of Casco Bay Lines in Portland, ME. You and your furry friend will be able to see the islands of Casco Bay, including Little Diamond, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff, and Chebeague, as you ride onboard the dog-friendly boat bringing mail and freight to the islands. Just make sure Fido is leashed during this unique boat tour. Ticket fees vary for people and dogs. See Details

Dells Boat Tours

Wisconsin Dells, WI

Dells Boat Tours Dells Boat Tours is more than a journey through scenery, history and legend. It's your opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Wisconsin Dells, WI in just about every way imaginable. From dog-friendly river tours to group outings, sunset cruises to special events, they offer a variety of ways to fire your imagination, dazzle your senses and exceed your expectations, and dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and there's enough room on the boat. See Details

Biloxi Shrimping Trip

Biloxi, MS

Biloxi Shrimping Trip Bring Fido on Biloxi Shrimping Trip in Biloxi, MS, and learn all about the shrimping industry on their dog-friendly, 60-minute tour. The staff is made up of a crew of dog lovers with an excellent knowledge of the Gulf Coast and the surrounding waterways. The waters are calm, and you might even spot a few dolphins along the way. See Details

Dinosaur World

Cave City, KY

Dinosaur World Dinosaur World is a dog-friendly attraction in Cave City, KY, where visitors can see life sized models of dinosaurs, or just enjoy a quiet encounter with the lifelike animals. Friendly dogs on leashes are always welcome! Nestled among a lush assortment of native vegetation, the dinosaurs are so believable that some visitors claim to see them moving through the shadows cast by the many native trees. See Details

Charleston Water Taxi

Charleston, SC

Charleston Water Taxi The dog-friendly Charleston Water Taxi provides ferry service for four different locations in Charleston, SC. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to accompany you on the water taxi. See the beauty of Charleston from the water on your way to your next stop! Dolphins also often make an appearance. See Details

Roaring Camp Railroads

Felton, CA

Roaring Camp Railroads Roaring Camp Railroads offers dog-friendly train rides in Felton, CA, through the California Redwoods. Located just a few miles from Santa Cruz, you and Fido can climb aboard an authentic 19th century steam train for a trip through the magnificent redwood forest. As you travel along the historic, winding narrow-gauge track to the summit of Bear Mountain, the conductor will entertain you with the history of the railroad and its locomotives, which were once used to haul giant redwood logs out of the forest. Tours are offered daily and departure times vary by season. See Details

St. Augustine Eco Tours

St. Augustine, FL

St. Augustine Eco Tours Choose from a wide variety of on-the-water adventures with your furry best friend and St. Augustine Eco Tours. You and Fido can enjoy dog-friendly kayak and sailing excursions as well as guided boat tours. Just make sure your pup is friendly and well-behaved. See Details