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
Taste of the Valley Half Day
Age 21+ to taste • 4.5 Hours • Luxury Private Tours •
Private Morning Sail
2.5 hours • Up to 12 guests • $20 off per child
San Diego
2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Sea Monkey Adventures
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Private Whale Watch Charter
When you want the boat to yourself!
San Diego
Private Tours
Big Blue Photo Expeditions
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Thrill All-Access w/Escape the Rock escape room
Ages 8 + • Approx. 1 hour • Open 11am–8pm
San Francisco
Approx. 75 minutes
Kid-Friendly
The Flyer Thrill Zone
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Tandem Bike
All Ages • Hourly, Daily & Weekly Rental Options!
San Diego
Ray’s Rental - Pacific Beach
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Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Tour
Ages 16+ • 4 Hours • Up to 5 Riders • Ferry ticket included
San Francisco
4 Hours
E-Bike
North Beach Cyclery
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The Baeflower Experience
All Ages • Up to 13 People
San Diego
Private Tours
WonderBoats
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75 ft Catamaran Yacht - Booking Request
Starting at $825/hr up to 100 Guests • 2 - 8 hour reservations
Private Tours
Boat Rental San Diego
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Private Up-Close & Personal Tour of San Francisco Highlights in a Woody Van
2-4 hours • All ages
Whale Watching
2 to 4 Hour Tours • Private Whale Watching Cruise
Santa Barbara
2 to 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Whale Watch
Santa Barbara Boat Charters
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Monthly Membership
Applicable for general admissions
2 hr. Arcimoto Downtown + Balboa
Explore San Diego's Downtown and Balboa Park in our brand new Electric GoCars
San Diego
Aerial Adventure Park, Car Rental, Food Tour, Martime Museum, Museum, Sightseeing Tour, Transportation, Zoo
GoCar Tours San Diego
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Los Angeles Taco Tour
Discover the neighborhood of Los Feliz, see LA’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, and eat a wide var
Los Angeles
3 hours
Food Tour
To Live & Dine in LA Food Tours
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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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San Diego Brewery Tours: Craft Brewery Tour
Ages 21+ • 5 Hours
San Diego
Beer Tour, Brewery, Bus Tour, Food Tour
Five Star Tours
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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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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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Chinatown & Olvera Street Food Tour
Explore the oldest area of LA, see stunning public art and architecture, and enjoy a variety of cuis
Los Angeles
3 hours
Food Tour
To Live & Dine in LA Food Tours
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Chinatown: Dim Sum & Tea Tour
Food Tour in Chinatown • 3 Hours • Full Meal
San Francisco
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Stretchy Pants
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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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Walking Tours Explore All
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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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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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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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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Mission & Castro Food Tour
Food and Culture Tour
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, LGBTQ-Friendly
Walking Tour
Roam Local
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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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Yosemite Grand Escape Camping Tour (3 Days)
Price includes all taxes and fees
3 days
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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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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7-Mile Run Tour of San Diego: Balboa Park, Banker's Hill Bridges, Little Italy and Embarcadero
Discover San Diego in 7 Miles | $40 per person
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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Water Activities Explore All
America’s Schooner Cup Charity Regatta
Classic schooner racing on San Diego Bay
Approx 5 hrs
Museum, Sailing, Tallship, Water Activities
Maritime Museum of San Diego
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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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Create Your Own Adventure
2 to 8 Hour Tours • Let's Create Your Adventure Together!
Santa Barbara
2 to 8 Hours
Water Activities
Santa Barbara Boat Charters
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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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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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PADI Freediver Course
Age 15+ • 3-Day Course
La Jolla, San Diego
3-Days
Free Diving, Rentals, Snorkeling, Water Activities
Dive California
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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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Tiki Cruise 🌴
San Diego
1.50 - 2.25 hours
Boat Tour, Eco Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities
Tiki Time Bay Tours
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Easter Sunday Dinner Buffet
Featuring a gourmet Buffet | 3 Hours
San Diego
3 hours
Boat Rental, Dinner Boat, Water Activities
Flagship Cruises & Events
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SCUBA Diving Explore All
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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Guided Tours Explore All
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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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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Hike to Breathtaking views
Suitable for intermediate physical activity / 740 Meters of Elevation! • 11 hours • 16 Km /10 miles
Oaxaca De Juarez
11 Hours
Guided Tour, Hiking
Explor Oaxaca
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Yosemite Grand Escape Camping Tour (3 Days)
Price includes all taxes and fees
3 days
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sightseeing Tours Explore All
Music on the Potomac Cruises - June 28, July 26, Aug. 30
Special Event: Enjoy Great Music on a Summer Afternoon Cruise
Oakland
Boat Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing, Sightseeing Tour
USS Potomac Association
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Private Los Angeles Tour (Beverly Hills)
Photo Friendly • 3 hours! • Up To 7 People!
Los Angeles
Private Tours
City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Golden Ticket LA
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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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LA Essential Star Homes Tour
Top Sights! • 2 Hours! • Up to 13 People!
Los Angeles
Sightseeing Tour
Golden Ticket LA
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1 Hr - Real Hollywood Sign Tour
Best photo spot! • 1hr • Up to 7 people!
Los Angeles
Sightseeing Tour
Golden Ticket LA
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Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Country
Price includes all taxes and fees
Pickup Available
Sightseeing Tour, Winery
Incredible Adventures
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GoCar After Dark - 2HR Coronado Tour
City Lights Tour from Gaslamp to Coronado Island
San Diego
Driving Tour, Go Car Tour, Sightseeing Tour
GoCar Tours San Diego
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Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco
Price includes all taxes and fees
1 day
Pickup Available
Sightseeing Tour
Incredible Adventures
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Wine Tasting Cruise - Summer Solstice June 20
Special Event: Cruise into the sunset on the longest day of the year. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Oakland
2 hours
Boat Tour, Sailing, Sightseeing Tour, Wine
USS Potomac Association
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Private Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
$115/person | Tour Up to 3 Hours
San Francisco
Up to 3 hours
Private Tours
Bike Rental, Bike Tour, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Ferry, Party Boat, Sightseeing Tour
Bay City Bike
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