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
Palm Springs → Las Vegas Day Trip Escape
Perfect for travelers looking to make the most of a single unforgettable day!
Palm Springs
50 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Solera Travel
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Private Sip and SaddleTour
$495 per person • Ages 21+ • 7.5 H •90min Horseback Ride and two tastings.
Santa Barbara
Private Tours
Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours
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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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Boat Handling Instruction - House Calls Using Your Boat
3 to 6 Hour Lesson Options • 1-2 People per Lesson • I'll come to you to work with your boat
Tiburon
Captain San Francisco LLC
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Airport to Vineyard Escape From Sacramento Airport to Napa Valley
Airport Pick-up • 5 hours • Wine Tasting and Gourmet Picnic!
Napa
5 Hours
Winery
As You Like It! Wine Country Tours
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Electric Bike & Tag-a-Long
Electric Bike + Burley Tag-a-Long
San Francisco
All Day
Blazing Saddles Bike Rentals & Tours - San Francisco
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Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Los Angeles
Weekly Drag Queen Shows • Fridays and Saturdays 7:00PM • Sundays 1:30PM
Los Angeles
Rentals
Diva Royale Show
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Fox 1 • Fighter Pilot
30 minute flight • Fly a Fighter Jet!
Anaheim
Airplane
Flightdeck + Rogue Racing
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CLASS H – 24' OPEN BOW
Seats up to 12 • Our premier cruising boat!
South Lake Tahoe
2-8 hours or 2-7 Days
Tahoe Sports - Ski Run Marina
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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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Foodie Tours Explore All
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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Spirit of Napa Cocktail Tour
Ages 21+ • Approx. 3 Hours • Sip & Savor your way through Downtown
Napa
3 Hours
Food Tour
Aniko Villasi Concierge Services & Culinary Journeys
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Alcatraz with Wharf Lunch Credit
All Ages! • Three Hours! • Lunch at Fisherman's Wharf!
San Francisco
Boat Tour, Ferry, Food Tour, Self-Guided Tour
The Tour Store
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Downtown LA Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 3+ • Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Food Tour
Sidewalk 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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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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Waitlist
If your time is filled or you don’t see your time available, join our wait list
San Francisco
Food Tour
Local Tastes of the City 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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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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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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Walking Tours Explore All
Yosemite 2 Day Tour - Cedar Lodge Stay
All Ages
San Bruno
Pickup Available
City Tour, History Tour, Lodging, Walking Tour
Yosemite 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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Gaslamp Haunted Walking Tour: True Crime & Indoor Access
All ages • 2 Hours
San Diego
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Haunted San Diego
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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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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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Yosemite 2 Day Tour - Tent Cabin Stay
All Ages
San Bruno
Pickup Available
City Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Yosemite Tours
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GCGP - Night Gaslamp Ghosts
All ages (Least kid friendly) • 2 Hours
San Diego
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Haunted San Diego
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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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Winter Wonderland- Semi Private Yosemite Valley Floor Tour
All Ages! • Up to 10 People • Starting at $200 per person
Kingsburg
Private Tours
Walking Tour
Authentic Adventures Central California
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Brothels, Bites and Booze
Most Popular!! Tales of scandal, SD's founding fathers, and tasty bites at local restaurants.
San Diego
2.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
So Diego Tours
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Sightseeing Tours Explore All
LA Essential Star Homes Tour
Top Sights! • 2 Hours! • Up to 13 People!
Los Angeles
Sightseeing Tour
Golden Ticket LA
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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco
Price includes all taxes and fees
San Francisco
Sightseeing Tour
Incredible Adventures
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The Tour Store: Caza Excursions
Your destination fee unlocks discounts to these great activities!
San Francisco
Bike Rental, Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Sightseeing Tour
The Tour Store
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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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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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90 Min Touch of Gold Excursion
90 minutes • Ages 5+
San Francisco
Boat Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Bay Voyager
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Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco
Price includes all taxes and fees
San Francisco
1 day
Pickup Available
Sightseeing Tour
Incredible 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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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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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 Tours Explore All
Progressive Group Surf Lessons (Open Enrollment)
Open-enrollment group classes starting at $85/person!
Santa Monica
Private Tours
Learn To Surf L.A.
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Burial at Sea
San Diego
2 Hours
Private Tours
Seaforth Boat Rentals
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Private Tour
From ~$275 per person (based on 4 guests) • 7 Hour Tour • For 2+ People • 21+
Santa Barbara
7 hours
Private Tours
Winery
Sustainable Wine Tours
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Private Sunset Sail
2.5 hours • Up to 12 guests • $20 off per child
San Diego
2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sea Monkey Adventures
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Private Tour
Let Us Plan Your Custom Private Santa Barbara Foodie Experience!
Santa Barbara
Private Tours
Food Tour
Eat This, Shoot That!
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Harbor Dinner Cruise (Saturdays)
Three-course dinner cruise for weekend nights | 3 Hours
San Diego
3 hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Cruise
Flagship Cruises & Events
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Catalina Adventure – 48’ Yacht
Up to 12 Guests • 6 - 12 Hour Charters • 48' Luxury Yacht
Long Beach
6-12 hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Lemonade Yachts
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LA Fabulous Drag Night Out
Ages 21+ • 2 Hours • Up to 15 people • Private option
West Hollywood
2 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour
Drag Experiences
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Private Yosemite Valley Tour & Roosevelt BBQ
Groveland
12PM - 7PM
Pickup Available, Private Tours
Fishing
Echo Adventure Cooperative
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Aquata Charters | Luxury and Speed!
Up to 11 People • The All-Weather Performer
San Diego
2-8 hours
Private Tours
Triton Charters
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Guided Tours Explore All
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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La Jolla Cove Snorkeling Tour: Sea Lions & Sea Caves
One of San Diego’s highest rated snorkeling tours • Consistently 5 star guest reviews
La Jolla
90 minutes
Guided Tour, Snorkeling, Water Activities
Snorkel San Diego Scuba
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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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All Day Special: Choose Your Own Adventure!
5 Hours • Driver must be 21+
San Francisco
5 Hours
Guided Tour
GoCar Tours San Francisco
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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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Yosemite Grand Escape Camping Tour (3 Days)
Price includes all taxes and fees
San Francisco
3 days
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Incredible Adventures
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Three Hour Golden Gate Park Tour & More
21+ on all vehicles except ESPORT: must be 25+
San Francisco
3 Hours
Guided Tour
GoCar Tours San Francisco
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Five Hour GoRide 2x2 Moped
5 Hours • Previous Moped Experience, Valid Driver's License & Must Be 21+
San Francisco
5 Hours
Guided Tour
GoCar Tours San Francisco
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Three Hour Early Bird Tour
Wake Early: Save Big! • 25+ on select vehicles
San Francisco
3 Hours
Guided Tour
GoCar Tours San Francisco
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Santa Barbara Stargazing Experience
Santa Barbara
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Guided Tour
Alta Vista Tours
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Photography Tours Explore All
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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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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Santa Monica & Venice Beach eBike Tour
Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this two hour guided eBike tour that begins in Santa Monica near
Santa Monica
Bike Tour, E-Bike, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Unlimited Biking
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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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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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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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Sunset Snowshoe Tour & Photo Adventure
All Ages • 2 Hours • Free Cancellations • Adventure Photos Included
South Lake Tahoe
2 Hours
Chocolate Tour, Food Tour, Photography Tour, Snowshoe, Transportation, Winter Activities
Tahoe Outdoor Adventures
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Universal Studios Combo Tour with Hollywood & Los Angeles at Night
13.5 hours • All Ages
Anaheim
Pickup Available
Bus Tour, Castle, Celebrity Tour, City Tour, Dinner Train, Driving Tour, Photography Tour, Theater, Train, Transportation, TV and Movie Sites Tour
The Anaheim Tour Company
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Dolphin and Whale Adventure
9 hours • Ages 6+
Anaheim
Pickup Available
City Tour, Dolphin, Museum, Photography Tour, Rafting, Surf
The Anaheim Tour Company
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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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