Explore Things to Do in California
California is a diverse and captivating destination where natural beauty meets vibrant culture. Visitors can experience the glamour of Hollywood, the innovation of Silicon Valley, and the stunning coastal drives along Highway 1. From the golden beaches of Southern California to the towering redwoods and majestic Yosemite National Park in the north, the state offers endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and discovery. With world-class dining, wine country escapes, and year-round sunshine, California truly has something for everyone.
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Planning the perfect vacation in California is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in California. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in California to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Film Freak Movie Locations Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours • Visit actual locations from Hollywood's biggest hit movies and shows!
Sandbar Charter
For all ages! • 3 Hours
Key West
Sun Surf & Sand Charters LLC
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Madonna Estate Wine Tasting
Sip & Savor: Madonna Estate Wine Tasting Experience • Enjoy 5 of 10 Distinct Varietals
Napa
1 hour
Winery
Madonna Estate Winery
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Padres Sunset Cruise
November 16th • 4:00 pm • DJ • Padres Community!
San Diego
2.5 Hours
Pacific Cruises
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VIP Downtown LA Club Crawl
DTLAs' ultimate club crawl experience!
Private Tours
Pub Crawl
Los Angeles Epic Crawls
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Pickup 13 Person Pontoon Boat
From $425 • Ages 21+ to Book • 4 - 12 Hours
1/2 Day Pelagic Birding Trips
Private Charter! • 5 hours • All ages • Up to 6 people
San Diego
Private Tours
Dawn Charters
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Hollywood Horror Story: The Black Dahlia Funeral Limo Tour
Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Premium Limo Tour
Los Angeles
3 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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Graffiti Workshop
Ages 21+ • 1 Hour • Tag Your Style!
Los Angeles
1 hour
Workshop
Spray Day
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Two Hour Private Charter
2 - 8 Hour Cruise Options • All Ages Welcome
San Diego
2 Hours
Private Tours
Athena Charters
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Guided Tours Explore All
Glory Days Tour with General Admission
Includes ship admission & 1-hour guided tour
Long Beach
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
The Queen Mary - Attractions
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PRIVATE La Jolla 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives
Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
2 Tank Dive – 4 to 4.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Veteran's Day Cruise - Tuesday, Nov. 11th, Includes Lunch
Final 3-HR History Cruise of the 2025 Season - A Tribute to our Veterans
Oakland
Boat Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
USS Potomac Association
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Apoala Hike + Swimming
Perfect for any level of hiker! • Hike 3.7Miles/ 6KM
Oaxaca De Juarez
11 Hours
Guided Tour, Hiking
Explor Oaxaca
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Zapotec Crafts
For all ages! • 6.5 hours • Artisanal Crafting Experience
Oaxaca De Juarez
6.5 Hours
Guided Tour
Explor Oaxaca
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Hierve el agua + mole & Mezcal tasting
Suitable for all hiking levels! • 9 hours
Oaxaca De Juarez
9 Hours
Guided Tour, Hiking
Explor Oaxaca
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Manson Family Murders Funeral Limo Tour of LA
Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Premium Limo Tour
Los Angeles
3.5 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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We Love LA Tour
See why LA is Hollywood!
Los Angeles
4 hours
Guided Tour
LA Destinations Tours LLC
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Death Becomes Her Funeral Limo Tour of Los Angeles
Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Limo Tour
Los Angeles
2 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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Hollywood Horror Story: The Black Dahlia Funeral Limo Tour
Ages 18+ • True Crime Sightseeing Premium Limo Tour
Los Angeles
3 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Grave Line Tours
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Walking Tours Explore All
Seaport & Little Italy Easy 4-Mile Running Tour (5-mile option))
1.25 hours | 4+ miles
San Diego
Walking Tour
Iconic San Diego Running Tours
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The Walt Tour
8.5 hours • Ages 12+
Anaheim
Pickup Available, Private Tours
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Theater, Walking Tour
The Anaheim Tour Company
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Yosemite Grand Escape Lodging Tour (3 Days)
Price includes all taxes and fees
Pickup Available
Escape Room, Lodging, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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The Lousy Downtown Tour
San Francisco
Approximately 2.5 hours over 1.5 miles
Walking Tour
SK Morton's Lousy San Francisco Walking Tour
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Chinatown & North Beach\Little Italy Walking Tour
Everyday • Explore the Real Chinatown • Leisure 7-8 block Stroll • All ages
San Francisco
4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour, Walking Tour
Local Tastes of the City Tours
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Pacific Beach 4-Mile Run
Pacific Beach 6K Running Tour $25 per person I 4 miles I 1.25 hours
San Diego
Walking Tour
Iconic San Diego Running Tours
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San Diego: Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Tour
1 Hour • PG-13 • Ghost Tour • NEW!
San Diego
1 Hour
Ghost Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Murder n' Mayhem
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Midtown Walking Food Tour
Most Popular • 3 hours • Drink Pairings Available
Sacramento
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Beer Tour, Cocktail Tour, Food Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
SacTown Bites
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Mission & Castro Food Tour
Food and Culture Tour
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, LGBTQ-Friendly
Walking Tour
Roam Local
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North Beach Tour
Starting at $72 | 3 Hours | Learn The Culture, Character, and Cuisine of North Beach and Beyond
San Francisco
Walking Tour
Blandina Farley's Fabulous Tours
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SCUBA Diving Explore All
DC's Ultimate Refresher Course
Age 13+ | 4-5 Hours | Haven't been diving in 2 plus years
La Jolla
5+ Hours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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PRIVATE La Jolla 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives
Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
2 Tank Dive – 4 to 4.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Pelagic Wildlife Expedition (6 Hrs)
6 hours • Ages 5+ to book • Up to 6 people!
San Diego
SCUBA
Net Zero Expeditions
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PADI Open Water Diver Referral Program
Age 13+ • 2 Days • Complete your Open Water Dives
La Jolla
2 Days
Private Tours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities
Dive California
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La Jolla 2 Tank Guided Dive
Ages 10+ • 3 to 4.5 Hours
San Diego
3-4.5 Hours
SCUBA
Dive In Scuba
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La Jolla Cove 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives
Age 13+ | Most Popular Tour | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
Approximately 4 to 4.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Night Dive 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive
Age 13+ | Certified Divers | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
1 Tank dive - 2 to 2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Blue and Mako Shark Snorkeling Expedition (6Hrs)
6 Hours • Ages 15+ to Book • Price is per Person
San Diego
Boat Rental, Rentals, SCUBA, Snorkeling
Net Zero Expeditions
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La Jolla Cove Kelp Forest 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive
Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
Approximately 2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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La Jolla 1 Tank Guided Dive
Ages 10+ 3 to 4.5 Hours
San Diego
3-4.5 Hours
SCUBA
Dive In Scuba
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Private Tours Explore All
Muir Woods, San Francisco, and Sausalito, in one day!
SF's Best Highlights and Muir Woods | 9am | $134 per adult
Oak Grove Picnic Area
2-7 Hour Options, From $265 / 2 Hours • All Ages • 20 Train Tickets Included
Los Angeles
Private Tours
Griffith Park Train Rides
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Thrill All-Access w/Mobster Hideout Escape Room
Ages 8+ • 1:00 Minutes • Open 11am–8pm
San Francisco
The Flyer Thrill Zone
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Catalina 270 Clinic
2 hours • 2-4 Sailors Minimum
San Diego
2 hours
Seaforth Boat Rentals
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VIP Private Tour
Exclusive 2-Hour Behind-the-Scenes Experience
2 hours
Private Tours
Maritime Museum of San Diego
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Ferrari Driving Experience - 30min • Golden Ticket LA
Get a sightseeing tour of the Hollywood Sign & drive through streets in a Ferrari • 30 minutes
Los Angeles
Exotic Car
Golden Ticket LA
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Pick Up: Jet Skis
Bluetooth Audio! • Rates starting at $249 • Daily Rentals • 1-3 Riders per Jet Ski
Fresno
Grizzly Aquatic & Trail Rentals
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Temecula Vineyard & Winery Private Tour (Public)
Escape to Southern California’s premier wine region with Five Star Tours.
San Diego
8hrs
Private Tours
Five Star Tours
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21’ Duffy w/Sundeck
Ages 18+ • 1-3 Hours • Up to 10 people
San Diego
1 to 3 hour rental options
Action Sport Rentals - Paradise Point Resort
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Beach Chair
All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!
San Diego
Ray’s Rental - North Mission Beach
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Solvang Food & Photo Tour
3.5 Hours • All ages • Skip the Tourist Traps & Head Out With a Local Foodie
Solvang
3.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Eat This, Shoot That!
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Pizza, Pasta and Piazzas
A delicious dive into Little Italy’s tastiest traditions and trendiest bites.
San Diego
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Beer Tour, Fishing, Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
So Diego Tours
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Gourmet Farmers Market & Fairfax Walking Food Tour
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Perfect for History Buffs!
Los Angeles
3 Hours
Food Tour
Delicious Dish Tours
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San Diego: Historic True Crime Tour
1.5 Hours • PG-13 • True Crime Tour • Most Popular!
San Diego
1.5 Hours
Food Tour, History Tour
Murder n' Mayhem
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Monthly Membership
Applicable for general admissions
The Epic Group - Hollywood Club Crawl
Hollywood's ultimate club crawl experience!
4
Food Tour
Los Angeles Epic Crawls
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Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones
Spice up your night with bold bites, strong spirits, and haunted tales in California’s first town.
San Diego
2.5 Hours
Cocktail Tour, Distillery, Food Tour, History Tour, Music Tour
So Diego Tours
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Chinatown Walking Food Tour
Everyday • Experience all that Chinatown has to offer! • 3 Hours • All ages
San Francisco
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Local Tastes of the City Tours
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San Diego: Who Dunnit? Gaslamp Quarter
2 Hours • Scavenger Hunt • Most Popular!
San Diego
Food Tour, Virtual Tour
Murder n' Mayhem
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Downtown LA Club Crawl
Party at the best clubs in Downtown Los Angeles!
Private Tours
Food Tour, Pub Crawl
Los Angeles Epic Crawls
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Water Activities Explore All
La Jolla Cove Snorkeling Tour: Sea Lions & Sea Caves
Guided snorkeling tour at La Jolla Cove
La Jolla
1.5-hour guided snorkeling tour with about 60 mi
Guided Tour, Snorkeling, Water Activities
Snorkel San Diego Scuba
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Early Bird Jet Ski Special (8:00am - 10:30am)
From $110.66 per Jet Ski • 1 & 1.5 Hour Rentals • Ages 18+ to Drive
San Diego
Water Activities
H2O Jet Ski Rentals
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La Jolla Cove Kelp Forest 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive
Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
Approximately 2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Private Tour: Make Your Own LA & Hollywood Tour
5+ hours
Anaheim
Private Tours
Celebrity Tour, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Dinner Train, Driving Tour, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour, Theater, Train, TV and Movie Sites Tour, Walking Tour, Water Activities, Water Park
The Anaheim Tour Company
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PRIVATE La Jolla 2-Tank Guided Shore Dives
Age 13+ | Certified Divers Only | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
2 Tank Dive – 4 to 4.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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DC's Ultimate Refresher Course
Age 13+ | 4-5 Hours | Haven't been diving in 2 plus years
La Jolla
5+ Hours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Basic/Intro To Freedive Course
Age 15+ • Classroom & Pool Only • 2-Day Course
San Diego
2 Days
Private Tours
Free Diving, Snorkeling, Sports, Water Activities
Dive California
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Night Dive 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive
Age 13+ | Certified Divers | Incl. dive-gear package
La Jolla
1 Tank dive - 2 to 2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities, Wildlife
Dive California
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Veteran's Day Cruise - Tuesday, Nov. 11th, Includes Lunch
Final 3-HR History Cruise of the 2025 Season - A Tribute to our Veterans
Oakland
Boat Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
USS Potomac Association
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PADI Open Water Diver Referral Program
Age 13+ • 2 Days • Complete your Open Water Dives
La Jolla
2 Days
Private Tours
Rentals, SCUBA, Sports, Water Activities
Dive California
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