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
Coletta Sport Fishing Full Day Offshore Fishing Charter
Fishing Experience of a Lifetime! • Up to 6 Anglers! - August through October ONLY
San Diego
Private Tours
Coletta Sport Fishing
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Eight Hour Double Decker Charter
Up to 13 Passengers + Your Captain • Waterslide, SUP + Floating Water Carpet / Toys
South Lake Tahoe
8 hours
Private Tours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Party Boat
Battle Born Boat Rentals
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Pugs Ahoy Paddle Pawty
Saturday, September 12th @ 5PM hosted by PugsLifeSD
Essential Palm Springs Tour
The Essential Tour of Palm Springs
Palm Springs
Palm Springs Mod Squad
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Yosemite Grand Discovery (2 Days) | Yosemite Valley Lodge
Price includes all taxes and fees
San Francisco
Pickup Available
Lodging
Incredible Adventures
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Classic Wooden Boat Tour (Please call 775-350-9346 for private charters)
3.5 Hours • Up to 17 People • Experience "The Tahoe"
South Lake Tahoe
3.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Godfather Crime Tours
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Chris Craft - 2 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain
8 Person Max
South Lake Tahoe
Private Tours
Boat Tahoe
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Sparkling Cities Tour
50 Minutes • All Ages • 2-3 Passengers • See Downtown LA & Long Beach
Group Coaching w/ Instructor
Ages 16+ • 2 to 3 Hours
Kayaks and Paddle Boards
• Ages 18+ To Rent • Starting at $40 •
South Lake Tahoe
1HR • 2HR, • 4HR RENTALS
Kayak
Camp Richardson Hospitality, LLC
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Guided Tours Explore All
Rock Climbing
**NEW!!** Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced
South Lake Tahoe
3 hours
Climbing, Eco Tour, Guided Tour, Ropes Course
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Half-Day Snowshoe Challenge
Ages 8 and up • 3.5 hours • Free cancellations
South Lake Tahoe
3.5 Hours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Hidden Trails Hiking Adventure
Small Group • Free Cancellations • Off-The-Beaten-Path!
South Lake Tahoe
2–3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Climbing, Environmental Attraction, Guided Tour, Hiking, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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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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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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Best of San Diego eBike Tour
Explore the best of San Diego on this Guided eBike Ride
San Diego
City Tour, E-Bike, Guided Tour, History Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Alpenglow: Private Lake Tahoe Day Cruise (2 Hours)
Choose your route and set your pace on a 2-hour mid-day Lake Tahoe adventure.
South Lake Tahoe
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Boat Tour, Environmental Attraction, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities
Cruise Tahoe
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All Day Cheese and Wine Tour
5 Hours • Driver must be 25+ • Slingshot Experience
San Francisco
5 Hours
Guided Tour
GoCar Tours San Francisco
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Morning Guided City Tour of San Francisco
4 hours • All ages
San Bruno
Boat Tour, City Tour, Guided Tour
Yosemite Tours
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Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine Country Discovery Tour 1 day from San Francisco
9 Hours • All Ages • Top-rated single-day experience!
San Bruno
Guided Tour, Wine
Yosemite Tours
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
San Diego Tours: Snow Bus Xpress
All Ages • 12 Hours
San Diego
10-12 hours
Kid-Friendly
Bus Tour, Driving Tour, Hiking
Five Star Tours
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The West Valley Tour
All Ages • 3-3.5 Hours • Up to 4 People
Los Angeles
3-3.5 hrs.
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Driving Tour
The Movie Guys
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Santa Cruz Ice Cream Tour
Santa Cruz
2
Kid-Friendly
Portland Food Tours
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San Diego Tours: Torrey Pines Hiking + Picnic Tour (Daily)
This is one of our most popular tours — seats sell out quickly!
San Diego
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Five Star Tours
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2 Hour Small Group Lesson + Surf Session
Progress on your surf journey, no matter where you are.
Malibu
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Santa Monica Surf Tours
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Indoor Tour: Into the Rabbit Hole
Indoor Art Labyrinth
San Francisco
1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Museum
The Gregangelo Museum
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Blue Water Free Diving
6 Hours • Ages 2+ • Up to 6 Passengers
San Diego
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Boat Tour
San Diego Ocean Adventures
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Funk Zone Food & Photo Tour
3 Hours • All ages • Explore Beyond Downtown Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Eat This, Shoot That!
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Bike the Bridge Bike Rentals San Francisco
Online special - save up to 25% on daily bike rentals
San Francisco
Kid-Friendly
Bike Rental, Ferry, Mountain Bike Rental
San Francisco Tours & Activities
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Yosemite Valley Discovery Walk
Groveland
7-9 hours
Kid-Friendly, Pickup Available, Private Tours
Fishing
Echo Adventure Cooperative
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Foodie Tours Explore All
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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Monthly Membership
Applicable for general admissions
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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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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The East Side Tour
All Ages • 3-3.5 Hours • Up to 4 People
Los Angeles
3-3.5 hrs.
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Food Tour
The Movie Guys
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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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Gaslamp Quarter to Little Italy Tour
1.5 Hours
San Diego
Private Tours
Food Tour
San Diego Street Tours
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North Beach Food Tour
San Francisco
3 hours long
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food 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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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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Private Tours Explore All
75 ft Catamaran Yacht - Booking Request
Starting at $825/hr up to 100 Guests • 2 - 8 hour reservations
San Diego
Private Tours
Boat Rental San Diego
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Inflatable SUP Lesson 101
Three-Hour Private Charter
3 Hours l All Ages l Up to 6 Passengers
Long Beach
Private Tours
Sailing
Jolly Sailing
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Karaoke with The Art Show 🎤
Ages 18+ 🎤 2 hours 🎤
San Diego
2 hours
Private Tours
Tiki Time Bay Tours
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Private Hiking Adventure
Dogs welcome • Free cancellations • All ages • Photos included
South Lake Tahoe
2 Hours
Private Tours
Hiking, Walking Tour
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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2 Hour Party in the Bay
Private Charter! • 2 hours • All ages • Up to 6 people
San Diego
Private Tours
Dawn Charters
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Gondola Cruise
Experience Venice without Jet Lag
Oakland
25 or 50 Minutes
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Dolce Vita Gondola
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SUP Pups Experience with Pup Instructor Rick
6hr Yacht Rental
Make a day of it — drop anchor, party & enjoy the views
San Diego
6hrs
Private Tours
Bow Tie Adventures LLC
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Membership
Set Sail, Anytime You Want.
San Diego
Private Tours
Sail San Diego
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Sightseeing Tours Explore All
Private Golden Gate Park Tour
$115/person | Tour Up to 3 Hours
San Francisco
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Bike Rental, Sightseeing Tour, Water Park
Bay City Bike
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Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour
All ages • 8 Hours
San Francisco
Pickup Available
Sightseeing Tour
Best Bay Area Tours
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San Francisco Woods + Wine Tour
San Francisco
Aquarium, Bike Tour, Boat Tour, Cable Railway, Cruise / Large Boat, Ferry, Go Car Tour, Museum, Self-Guided Tour, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour, Zoo
San Francisco Tours & Activities
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Sunset Hike & Photo Adventure
Free cancellations • All Ages • 2 Hours • Small group
South Lake Tahoe
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Climbing, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Hiking, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Private Paddle Boarding Adventure in South Lake Tahoe
All ages • 2-3 Hours • Free Cancellations
South Lake Tahoe
Private Tours
Eco Tour, Sightseeing Tour, SUP, Water Activities
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoias
For all ages! • 12 hours • Up to 5 People
San Francisco
Private Tours
Sightseeing Tour
Cali Trips
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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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San Francisco Hop on Hop off (valid for any day to start)
Buy tickets now & be ready to hop on anytime!
San Francisco
Bus Tour, City Tour, Hop On Hop Off, Sightseeing Tour, Voucher
San Francisco Tours & Activities
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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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Music on the Potomac Cruises - 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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Walking Tours Explore All
Farmers Market Food Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours • Up to 10 People
Sacramento
2 Hours
Walking Tour
SacTown Bites
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Half-Day Snowshoe Challenge
Ages 8 and up • 3.5 hours • Free cancellations
South Lake Tahoe
3.5 Hours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Sunset Hike & Photo Adventure
Free cancellations • All Ages • 2 Hours • Small group
South Lake Tahoe
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Climbing, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Hiking, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Tahoe Outdoor 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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San Diego Brewery Tours: Walking Downtown Brewery and Pizza Tour Private
Ages 21+ • 3 Hours
San Diego
3 Hours
Private Tours
Beer Tour, Brewery, Food Tour, Walking Tour
Five Star 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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Monterey and Carmel One Day Tour from San Francisco
11.5 hours • All ages
San Bruno
Boat Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Yosemite Tours
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Intro Paranormal Investigation: Old Town Ghost Hunt & History
All ages • 2 Hours
San Diego
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Haunted San Diego
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Winter Wonderland- Semi Private Tour of Sequoia National Park
All Ages! • Up to 10 People • Starting at $200 per person
Kingsburg
Private Tours
Walking Tour
Authentic Adventures Central California
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Daytime Old Town History Walk: Exclusive Heritage Park Access
All ages • 2 Hours
San Diego
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Haunted San Diego
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