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We compared all 1,245 experiences in California so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 1,245 experiences from US$ 5 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All tours (21–40 of 1,245)

Hollywood Open Bus Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes & Sunset Strip
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Most booked
Hollywood Open Bus Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes & Sunset StripOpen-air bus tour of Los Angeles hits Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Strip and celebrity homes. Includes driver-guide, 10+ stops, photo breaks. Start at Walk of Fame.
1,822 reviews
4.55★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day except Wednesday
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise & Alcatraz Views
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Travelers' pick
San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise & Alcatraz ViewsOne-hour bay cruise from Fisherman's Wharf under Golden Gate Bridge, past Alcatraz and sea lions. Multilingual audio guide, open-air deck, wheelchair accessible.
1,786 reviews
4.71★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
7
Free cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
San Diego: Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise Mission Bay
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Travelers' pick
San Diego: Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise Mission BayFeel the ocean breeze on a San Diego whale watching cruise from Mission Bay, spot dolphins with an expert guide, enjoy food onboard, and free parking included.
1,774 reviews
4.59★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 71per person
Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco: Three Tastings
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Travelers' pick
Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco: Three TastingsSmall-group wine tour from San Francisco to three Sonoma boutique wineries with tastings included, plus stops at the Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito.
1,678 reviews
4.91★
Duration
9h 30m
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 189per person
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets: All-Day Admission
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Travelers' pick
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets: All-Day AdmissionSkip the ticket line at Universal Studios Hollywood with advance admission. Access rides, shows, Harry Potter, Jurassic World, Studio Tour.
1,678 reviews
4.00★
Duration
1d
start times · Every day
19
Free cancellationfromUS$ 100per person
Hollywood Sign Hike Los Angeles: Front, behind, and the view
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Travelers' pick
Hollywood Sign Hike Los Angeles: Front, behind, and the viewHike to the front of the Hollywood Sign for the iconic shot, then behind the letters to the closest legal viewpoint in LA. 2.5 hours or 90-minute express.
1,626 reviews
4.92★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
25
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 29per person
San Francisco: Golden Gate, Muir Woods & Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
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Travelers' pick
San Francisco: Golden Gate, Muir Woods & Sausalito with Optional AlcatrazSmall-group tour of Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods redwoods, Sausalito and San Francisco. Includes local guide, minibus, optional Alcatraz ferry tickets. 9 hours.
1,597 reviews
4.84★
Duration
9h
Every day
09:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 109per person
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour for Two & Wildlife
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Travelers' pick
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour for Two & WildlifeTandem kayak tour in La Jolla Shores with sea caves, kelp forests and sea lions. Professional guide, life jacket and wet suit included. Small groups, ocean conditions apply.
1,500 reviews
4.70★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per group
Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito Tour from San Francisco
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★Top rated
Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito Tour from San FranciscoTour San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach, cross the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods' redwoods.
1,470 reviews
4.94★
Duration
6h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 119per person
San Francisco Chinatown & North Beach: 7 Tastings Food Tour
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Travelers' pick
San Francisco Chinatown & North Beach: 7 Tastings Food TourWalking food tour of San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach with 7 tastings, dim sum, Italian pizza, tea ceremony, and local guide. Afternoon tour, all food included.
1,454 reviews
4.87★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 96per person
San Francisco Bay: Golden Gate Sunset Catamaran & Sea Lions
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Travelers' pick
San Francisco Bay: Golden Gate Sunset Catamaran & Sea Lions1.5-hour sunset cruise from Pier 39 with Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz views & sea lions. Includes drink, small groups (max 76), professional crew.
1,436 reviews
4.81★
Duration
1h 35m
Fri–Sun
15:30
Free cancellationfromUS$ 88per person
San Diego: Amphibious Seal Tour by Land & Bay Waters
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Travelers' pick
San Diego: Amphibious Seal Tour by Land & Bay WatersFeel the splash as you ride San Diego’s only amphibious tour, rolling from downtown to the bay with live narration, city sights, and sea lions. Includes easy check-in.
1,396 reviews
4.73★
Duration
1h 45m
start times · Every day
11
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 56per person
San Francisco: Movie Locations Tour & Golden Gate Bridge
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San Francisco: Movie Locations Tour & Golden Gate BridgeSan Francisco movie tour visits 55+ film locations including Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, and Lombard Street. Actor-led guide, clips shown onboard, hotel pickup.
1,331 reviews
4.93★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 67per person
San Francisco: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Tour
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Travelers' pick
San Francisco: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito Day TourBay Area tour from San Francisco with Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito. Includes ferry, audio guide, and van transport across Golden Gate Bridge.
1,230 reviews
4.54★
Duration
7h–8h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENInstant confirmationfromUS$ 159per person
Universal Studios Hollywood: Express Pass & All-Day Admission
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Travelers' pick
Universal Studios Hollywood: Express Pass & All-Day AdmissionSkip lines at Universal Studios Hollywood with express access to all rides and shows. Includes 1-day admission, reserved seating, and Super Nintendo World entry.
1,219 reviews
4.47★
Duration
1d
Every dayFree cancellationfromUS$ 194per person
San Francisco: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip
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Likely to sell out
San Francisco: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito Day TripFull-day combo tour from San Francisco: Alcatraz Island with ferry and audio tour, Muir Woods redwoods, and Sausalito. Narrated bus, all entry fees included.
1,198 reviews
4.10★
Duration
7h 30m
Every day
07:40
Live guide ENfromUS$ 160US$ 152per person
North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food & History
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Travelers' pick
North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food & HistoryThree-hour North Beach food tour with a local guide visiting Beat Generation landmarks while tasting cappuccino, cannoli, and Italian chocolate.
1,170 reviews
4.83★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 86per person
Echo Park: Swan Boat Rental & Lotus Lake Pedal Experience
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Best value
Echo Park: Swan Boat Rental & Lotus Lake Pedal ExperienceGlide across Echo Park Lake in a swan boat, pedal past lotus flowers, and share laughs with friends. Includes life vests and flexible times. Bring snacks on board.
1,145 reviews
4.65★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
66
Free cancellationfromUS$ 13per person
Monterey Whale Watching: 4-Hour Bay Tour & Marine Biologist
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Travelers' pick
Monterey Whale Watching: 4-Hour Bay Tour & Marine Biologist4-hour whale watching tour from Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf with marine biologist guide, coffee included, and photography tips. Small groups, year-round departures.
1,139 reviews
4.85★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour from San Francisco
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Travelers' pick
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour from San FranciscoFive-hour small group tour from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods and Sausalito, with entrance fee and guide included.
1,103 reviews
4.73★
Duration
5h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
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