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4.8 35 experiences from US$ 15 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach: 2-Hour Pacific Cruise
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Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach: 2-Hour Pacific CruiseTwo to 2.5-hour whale watching cruise from Long Beach with expert educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific. See gray whales, blue whales.Thu–Sat · First departure 09:00, last 16:30 · Season until 31 Oct · From age 3★ 4.64 (617)2h–2h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 38per person
Long Beach Harbor: 45-Minute Boat Tour & Queen Mary
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Long Beach Harbor: 45-Minute Boat Tour & Queen Mary45-minute narrated harbor cruise in Long Beach with Queen Mary, sea lions, container ships & oil islands. Live MC, snack bar, climate-controlled seating. No hidden fees.Thu and Fri · First departure 11:30, last 18:15 · Season until 30 Oct · All ages★ 4.47 (179)45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 15per person
Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip-the-Line Entry & 12,000+ Animals
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Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip-the-Line Entry & 12,000+ AnimalsAquarium of the Pacific general admission with fast-track entry, 100+ exhibits, sea otters, sharks, penguins. 25 miles south of Los Angeles. Tickets valid 1 year.Every day · First departure 09:00, last 18:30 · From age 3★ 4.42 (509)3h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 50per person

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Los Angeles tour from Long Beach: Hollywood, beaches & downtown
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Los Angeles tour from Long Beach: Hollywood, beaches & downtown★ 4.10 (155)7h–8hENfromUS$ 159per person
Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach: Queen Mary & Catalina
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Private Helicopter Tour over Long Beach: Queen Mary & Catalina★ 4.90 (87)15mENfromUS$ 214per person
Downtown LA Helicopter Tour: Sunset & Night Skyline Flight
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Downtown LA Helicopter Tour: Sunset & Night Skyline Flight★ 4.89 (54)35mENfromUS$ 285per person
LAX Airport Transfer to Los Angeles: Skip the Taxi Line
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LAX Airport Transfer to Los Angeles: Skip the Taxi Line★ 4.33 (42)20m–1hfromUS$ 36per person
Queen Mary Self-Guided Tour: Explore the Historic Ocean Liner
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Queen Mary Self-Guided Tour: Explore the Historic Ocean Liner★ 4.33 (36)2h–8hEN · ESfromUS$ 45per person
Private Helicopter Tour Los Angeles: Coastal Cliffs & Long Beach
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Private Helicopter Tour Los Angeles: Coastal Cliffs & Long Beach★ 4.73 (33)30mENfromUS$ 264per person
Private Helicopter Tour Los Angeles: Hollywood Sign & Beaches
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Private Helicopter Tour Los Angeles: Hollywood Sign & Beaches★ 4.54 (24)45mENfromUS$ 375per person

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Jet Ski from Long Beach to Avalon: Guided ride to Catalina
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Jet Ski from Long Beach to Avalon: Guided ride to CatalinaRide your own jet ski from Long Beach across open ocean to Avalon on Catalina Island in a guided group. Spot dolphins and sea lions en route.Thu–Sun · 08:00 · From age 12★ 4.56 (9)6hEN✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 640per person
Long Beach to Catalina Island: 18-Minute Helicopter Flight
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Long Beach to Catalina Island: 18-Minute Helicopter FlightHelicopter transfer from Long Beach cruise terminal to Avalon, Catalina Island. 18-20 minutes, all fees included, up to 7 passengers.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 16:30★ 4.75 (8)20m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 216per person
Guided Jetski Tour Long Beach: Palos Verdes to Huntington Pier
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Guided Jetski Tour Long Beach: Palos Verdes to Huntington PierRide a jetski along the Long Beach coast from Palos Verdes to Huntington Pier with a guide, fuel and safety gear included: spot dolphins and sea life close to shore.Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday · 10:00 and 13:30 · From age 12★ 5.00 (7)2hEN✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 335per person
Doors-Off Helicopter Photography Flight Los Angeles: 60 Minutes
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Doors-Off Helicopter Photography Flight Los Angeles: 60 MinutesFly doors-off from Long Beach for 60 minutes with a private helicopter and live guide commentary: shoot the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier.Tue–Sun · First departure 09:00, last 18:45 · From age 15★ 5.00 (7)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 265per person
LA Shore Excursion: Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame Tour
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LA Shore Excursion: Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame TourSix-hour Los Angeles shore excursion from San Pedro cruise port with direct pickup, Hollywood Sign photo stop, and visits to Hollywood Walk of Fame.Every day · 08:30 and 13:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 18★ 5.00 (6)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Full-Day LA & Hollywood Tour from Princess Cruise Terminal
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Full-Day LA & Hollywood Tour from Princess Cruise TerminalSpend 8 hours exploring LA's top sights including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Beverly Hills.Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup★ 4.20 (5)7h–8hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Farmers Market Tour & Cooking Class in Long Beach
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Farmers Market Tour & Cooking Class in Long BeachShop the Long Beach Farmers Market with a local guide, then prepare and enjoy a three-course meal together in her home kitchen during this private cooking class.Tue–Sun · 10:00 and 17:00 · All ages★ 4.75 (4)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 102per person
Long Beach E-Bike Tour: Self-guided Shoreline to Naples
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Long Beach E-Bike Tour: Self-guided Shoreline to NaplesSelf-guided e-bike tour through Long Beach from Shoreline Village to Naples, riding past the Queen Mary and Pike with all gear provided.Every day · First departure 09:00, last 16:00 · From age 16★ 5.00 (2)4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Helicopter Flight Lesson in Los Angeles: Fly Your Own
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Helicopter Flight Lesson in Los Angeles: Fly Your OwnLearn helicopter control in the Elite TH100 simulator, then take the controls in a dual-cockpit aircraft and fly 700.Every day · First departure 09:00, last 16:45★ 5.00 (2)45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 230per group
Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach Private Transfer
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Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach Private TransferPrivate transfer from Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach hotels with your driver waiting at arrivals to greet you by name.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (1)40m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 116per person
Long Beach cruise port transfer to Anaheim hotels
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Long Beach cruise port transfer to Anaheim hotelsPrivate van from Long Beach or San Pedro cruise terminal to Anaheim Resort area hotel: air-conditioned, with flexible pickup time in the morning.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (1)1h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 215per group
E-Foil Lesson for Two in Southern California: Includes photos and videos
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E-Foil Lesson for Two in Southern California: Includes photos and videosLearn to e-foil on calm Southern California water with a partner, guided via helmet radio with all gear provided, photos and video captured throughout your two-hour session.Next departure: 8 Mar 2027 · Ages 16–80★ 5.00 (1)2hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 300per person
Long Beach & San Pedro to LAX: Private Van Transfer
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Long Beach & San Pedro to LAX: Private Van TransferPrivate van transfer from Long Beach or San Pedro cruise terminals to LAX Airport. Air-conditioned, up to 9 passengers, 9:30am pickup. Fixed price, no negotiation at the curb.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (1)1h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 229per person
Long Beach Airport to Anaheim Hotels: Private Round-Trip Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to Anaheim Hotels: Private Round-Trip TransferPrivate round-trip transfer from Long Beach Airport to Anaheim Resort hotels. Flight tracking, fixed pricing, no waiting. Covers Disneyland area and nearby cities.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (1)✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 280per group
Long Beach Airport to Cruise Terminal: Private Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to Cruise Terminal: Private TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach Airport to Carnival Cruise Terminal with professional driver who tracks your flight and picks you up at your door.Every day · Hotel pickup15m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 133per person
Long Beach to LAX Airport Private Transfer: Door-to-Door Service
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Long Beach to LAX Airport Private Transfer: Door-to-Door ServicePrivate transfer from Long Beach to Los Angeles Airport with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. Your driver meets you with a nameplate, handles luggage.Every day · Hotel pickup30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 182per person
Long Beach to Carnival Cruise Terminal: Private Transfer
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Long Beach to Carnival Cruise Terminal: Private TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach to Carnival Cruise Terminal with pickup at your location, professional driver with nameplate.Every day · Hotel pickup10m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 116per person
Long Beach Airport to LA Cruise Port: Private Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to LA Cruise Port: Private TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach Airport to Los Angeles World Cruise Center with door-to-door pickup, flight tracking and professional driver.Every day · Hotel pickup20m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 133per person
Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach Airport Transfer
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Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach Airport TransferPrivate transfer from Carnival Cruise Terminal to Long Beach Airport with driver holding a nameplate. Door-to-door service for up to 12 passengers, no shared queues.Every day · Hotel pickup15m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 133per person
Private Van Airport Transfer: Long Beach to Anaheim Hotels
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Private Van Airport Transfer: Long Beach to Anaheim HotelsPrivate van pickup from Long Beach Airport to Anaheim Resort Area hotels, air-conditioned and sized for small groups with all luggage.Every day · Hotel pickup1h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 140per group
Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit: Private Ski Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit: Private Ski TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit Ski Resort. Driver meets you with nameplate, tracks your flight, handles luggage. Up to 15 passengers, all fees included.Every day · Hotel pickup3h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 498per person
Long Beach Airport to Cruise Center: Private Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to Cruise Center: Private TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach Airport to World Cruise Center. Licensed vehicles, flight tracking, nameplate pickup, up to 14 passengers. No shared shuttles.Every day · Hotel pickup30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 133per person
Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit: Private Ski Transfer
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Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit: Private Ski TransferPrivate transfer from Long Beach Airport to Snow Summit Ski Resort for up to 15 passengers. Includes flight tracking, nameplate pickup, and door-to-door service.Every day · Hotel pickup5h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 995per person

Long Beach at a glance ✓ 2026-10-29

  • Most booked: Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach: 2-Hour Pacific Cruise, US$ 38 (2h–2h 30m, 4.64★ · 617).
  • Top rated: Long Beach Harbor: 45-Minute Boat Tour & Queen Mary, US$ 15 (45m, 4.47★ · 179).
  • Best value: Aquarium of the Pacific: Skip-the-Line Entry & 12,000+ Animals, US$ 50 (3h, 4.42★ · 509).

Of the 35 experiences: 33 with free cancellation, 28 with instant confirmation, 18 with hotel pickup and 8 bookable last-minute.

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