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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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in California - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in California, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
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
Mission & Castro Food Tour
Food and Culture Tour
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, LGBTQ-Friendly
Walking Tour
Roam Local
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Glory Days Historical Tour
1 hour guided tour • For all ages
Long Beach
1 Hour
The Queen Mary - Attractions
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See It All: Alcatraz, Muir Woods, San Francisco, and Sausalito
Body Board
All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!
San Diego
Ray’s Rental - Mission Beach
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Todo Nada Private Charter
Must be at least 50 lbs to join
San Diego
Private Tours
Fishing, Private Fishing
San Diego Fishing Company - Todo Nada
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Skimboard
All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!
San Diego
Ray’s Rental - North Mission Beach
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Private Tour
From ~$275 per person (based on 4 guests) • 7 Hour Tour • For 2+ People • 21+
Santa Barbara
Private Tours
Winery
Sustainable Wine Tours
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Two-Hour Private Charter
2 hours | All ages | Up to 6 passengers
Long Beach
Private Tours
Sailing
Jolly Sailing
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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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Downtown Mural and Art Walk
Art and a Sweet Treat! • 1.5 Hours • All Ages
Sacramento
1.5 hours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
SacTown Bites
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Walking Tours Explore All
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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1 Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour
24 hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, City Tour Bus, Ferry, Hop On Hop Off, Walking Tour
Bay City Bike
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The Lousy Yerba Buena Tour
San Francisco
Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, about 1.75
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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Yosemite Grand Escape Lodging Tour (3 Days)
Price includes all taxes and fees
3 days
Pickup Available
Escape Room, Lodging, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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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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The Original Downtown Santa Barbara Food Tour
Downtown Santa Barbara Food & Wine Walking Tour
Santa Barbara
3.5 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour, Wine, Winery
Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours
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La Jolla Scenic 10K Tour
La Jolla 10K Tour | $30 per person
La Jolla
Walking Tour
Iconic San Diego Running Tours
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Sip, Savor and Sea - La Jolla
Most Popular!! A seaside stroll through La Jolla’s stunning views, rich history, unforgettable views
La Jolla
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
So Diego Tours
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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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Guided Tours Explore All
Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour with Muir Woods & Sausalito
Price includes all taxes and fees
San Francisco
Bike Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Incredible Adventures
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Santa Barbara Stargazing Experience
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
Alta Vista Tours
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LA is Hollywood Tour
See why LA is Hollywood!
Los Angeles
3 hours
Guided Tour
LA Destinations Tours LLC
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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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Downtown Mural and Art Walk
Art and a Sweet Treat! • 1.5 Hours • All Ages
Sacramento
1.5 hours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
SacTown Bites
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Veteran's Day Cruise - Wednesday, 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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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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San Diego Winery Tour
You are booking the UPDATED Chauffeured Vineyards Adventure!
4.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour
San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
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Yosemite in a Day Tour
All ages • 14 Hours • Available Everyday!
San Francisco
Pickup Available
Guided Tour, Hiking
Best Bay Area Tours
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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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SCUBA Diving Explore All
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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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
4th of July Fireworks Cruise (Azure Seas)
60 minutes • All ages • 8:30pm-9:30pm
Santa Barbara
Boat Tour, Transportation
Celebration Cruises
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3hr Yacht Rental
Cruise the bay and enjoy the views
San Diego
3hrs
Private Tours
Bow Tie Adventures LLC
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Wine & Chocolate Tasting Historical Walking Tour of Santa Barbara
$149 per Person | 2 Wine Tastings | 2 Chocolate Tastings | 3 - 3.5 Hours
5 Hour Inshore/Local Offshore - The Long Run
All Ages • Max 13 People
San Diego
5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
The Long Run Sportfishing
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Fiberglass Surfboard
All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!
San Diego
Ray’s Rental - North Mission Beach
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Add a Bottle of Wine? Bottle of Azur Rose d'Or wine: $50
Private Charter (Lil' Toot)
60 Minutes • All Ages Welcome
Santa Barbara
Private Tours
Wedding
Celebration Cruises
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Private Santa Barbara Brewery Tour
Ages 21+ • 4.5 Hours • Up to 13 People • Visit 3 breweries or 2 breweries and a distillery.
Private Tours
Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours
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Semi-Private Surf Lessons
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Up to 3 People
San Diego
2 Hours
Private Tours
Surf
Surf with Flavio
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Gourmet Downtown LA Walking Food Tour
For all ages! • 3.5 Hours • Learn Where LA Got Its Start!
Los Angeles
3.5 hours
Food Tour
Delicious Dish Tours
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Vino! Vino! Little Italy Wine Tour
Sip your way through San Diego’s most stylish neighborhood with wines from around the world.
San Diego
3 Hours
Food and Wine Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
So Diego Tours
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Gourmet Walking Food Tour of LA's Silver Lake Neighborhood
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Perfect For Those Seeking to Experience LA's Creative Pulse
Los Angeles
3 Hours
LGBTQ-Friendly
Food Tour
Delicious Dish Tours
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Private Spirit of Napa Cocktail Tour
Ages 21+ • 1, 2, or 3 Hour Options • Sip & Savor your way through Downtown
Napa
1, 2, or 3 Hours
Private Tours
Food Tour
Aniko Villasi Concierge Services & Culinary Journeys
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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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The Epic Group - Downtown LA Club Crawl
DTLA's ultimate club crawl experience!
4
Food Tour
Los Angeles Epic Crawls
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North Harbor Tour (1 Hour)
Scenic, one-hour cruise of North Harbor | Daily
San Diego
Approximately one hour
Boat Tour, Cocktail Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Food Tour, Harbor Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Flagship Cruises & Events
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The East Side Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours • Up to 4 People
Los Angeles
3 hrs.
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Food Tour
The Movie Guys
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Gourmet Venice Beach Walking Food Tour
For all ages! • 3 Hours • Perfect for Beach Enthusiasts!
Los Angeles
3 Hours
Food Tour
Delicious Dish Tours
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The Epic Group - Hollywood Club Crawl
Hollywood's ultimate club crawl experience!
4
Food Tour
Los Angeles Epic Crawls
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Photography Tours Explore All
Full Bay Tour (2 Hours)
Scenic, two-hour cruise of the full harbor | Daily
San Diego
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Harbor Tour, Photography Tour
Flagship Cruises & Events
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Alcatraz Muir Woods Sausalito Express
All ages! • Three- Five Hours! • Alcatraz! Muir Woods! Sausalito!
San Francisco
Boat Tour, Dolphin, Food Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
The Tour Store
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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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South Harbor Tour (1 Hour)
Scenic, one-hour cruise of South Harbor | Daily
San Diego
Approximately one hour
Boat Tour, Cocktail Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Food Tour, Harbor Tour, Photography Tour
Flagship Cruises & Events
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Virtual Tour: 360º Immersion
Into the Art of the Gregangelo Museum
30-60 minutes at your own pace.
Museum, Photography Tour, Virtual Tour, VR
The Gregangelo Museum
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Warner Brothers Studio Tour & Hollywood Boulevard
12 Hours • Ages 5+
Anaheim
12 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Pickup Available
Air Activities, Brewery, City Tour, Driving Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, Skydive, Theater, Transportation
The Anaheim Tour Company
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Slingshot Upgrade All Day Tour
Experience everything San Diego has to offer in style with our luxury Gocar vehicle!
San Diego
Car Rental, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Martime Museum, Museum, Photography Tour, Transportation, Zoo
GoCar Tours San Diego
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Best Beaches in Orange County Tour
8.5 hours • All Ages
Anaheim
8.5 Hours
Pickup Available
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Harbor Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, Surf, Whale Watch
The Anaheim Tour Company
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Whale Watching and Beach Tour from Anaheim!
9 hours • All Ages
Anaheim
9 Hours
Pickup Available
Boat Tour, City Tour, Dolphin, Museum, Photography Tour, Surf, Whale Watch
The Anaheim Tour Company
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Gaslamp Harbor Segway Tour
2 Hours • Ages 15+ • Segway Lesson Provided
San Diego
Boat Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Segway, Water Park
Adventures In San Diego
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