Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in California (Updated 2026)

California, USA
49er Express Shuttle To Levis Stadium: From Fisherman's Wharf

Hop on the 49er Express Round Trip Shuttle directly from Fisherman's Wharf! We make this journey easy right from the heart of Fisherman's Wharf where …More

Hop on the 49er Express Round Trip Shuttle directly from Fisherman's Wharf! We make this journey easy right from the heart of Fisherman's Wharf where...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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Redwood National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Experience the towering majesty of Redwoods National Park with our captivating audio tour! Wander through ancient groves of the world’s tallest trees, explore scenic trails, …More

Experience the towering majesty of Redwoods National Park with our captivating audio tour! Wander through ancient groves of the world’s tallest trees, explore scenic trails,...

13 to 14 hours Free Cancellation
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Downtown San Francisco Architecture & Public Art Tour

Explore San Francisco’s Central Business District on a 2.5 hour walking tour that showcases its stunning architecture, captivating public art, and vibrant public spaces. Discover …More

Explore San Francisco’s Central Business District on a 2.5 hour walking tour that showcases its stunning architecture, captivating public art, and vibrant public spaces. Discover...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
1 day Hop-on Hop-off in San Francisco 20 stops 8 hours

Experience the perfect way to discover and explore the vibrant City by the Bay with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. This flexible sightseeing option …More

Experience the perfect way to discover and explore the vibrant City by the Bay with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. This flexible sightseeing option...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$48
Laguna Beach Kayak Tour with Sea Lion Viewing

Take a guided kayak tour along Laguna Beach, one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world, filled with hidden beaches, contoured cliffs, clear ocean …More

Take a guided kayak tour along Laguna Beach, one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world, filled with hidden beaches, contoured cliffs, clear ocean...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$115
Deluxe Private Tour of Los Angeles

This private tour covers the most important and fun hotspots in Los Angeles with stops for photos and meals. The tour can include Hollywood, Sunset …More

This private tour covers the most important and fun hotspots in Los Angeles with stops for photos and meals. The tour can include Hollywood, Sunset...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,000
2-Hour Monterey and Pacific Grove GoCar Tour

Fantastic ocean vistas at every turn. This is one of the best coast drives anywhere! Highlights include Monterey historical buildings, Fisherman's Wharf harbor views, Cannery …More

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Fantastic ocean vistas at every turn. This is one of the best coast drives anywhere! Highlights include Monterey historical buildings, Fisherman's Wharf harbor views, Cannery...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$169
From San Francisco: Yosemite & Giant Sequoias in Small Group

Explore glacially-formed cliffs, wildflower-speckled meadows, and hike to the towering Sequoias in the heart of Yosemite’s dynamic wilderness. Immerse yourself in our day-long tour with …More

Explore glacially-formed cliffs, wildflower-speckled meadows, and hike to the towering Sequoias in the heart of Yosemite’s dynamic wilderness. Immerse yourself in our day-long tour with...

14 hours Free Cancellation
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$209
GoCar & Speedboat Land and Sea Adventure in San Diego

THIS TOUR CAN ACCOMMODATE LARGER PARTIES - ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR PARTIES OF 3 OR MORE. GoCar SpeedBoat Combo …More

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THIS TOUR CAN ACCOMMODATE LARGER PARTIES - ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR PARTIES OF 3 OR MORE. GoCar SpeedBoat Combo...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$164
Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Temecula

Date nights can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, tasting its rich history, and enjoying the freedom of the …More

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Date nights can be tough to plan sometimes. We have always loved visiting wine country, tasting its rich history, and enjoying the freedom of the...

2 hours 30 minutes
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$218
Private Surf Lesson in Morro Bay

Our private surf lessons don't follow a cookie cutter approach. We plan to customize and mold the lesson to fit your needs and hopes for …More

Our private surf lessons don't follow a cookie cutter approach. We plan to customize and mold the lesson to fit your needs and hopes for...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over …More

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$425
San Francisco Private Golden Gate To Sausalito Bike Tour

Experience one of San Francisco’s most iconic bike rides on a private guided tour across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. This tour follows a …More

Experience one of San Francisco’s most iconic bike rides on a private guided tour across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. This tour follows a...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time

Check out the BEST Los Angeles has to offer on this half-day interactive sightseeing experience! Take a seat on one of our Climate-Controlled Buses as …More

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Check out the BEST Los Angeles has to offer on this half-day interactive sightseeing experience! Take a seat on one of our Climate-Controlled Buses as...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
4 Hour Livermore Valley Wine Tour

The Trolley is the most fun, popular, and scenic way to travel to our exceptional wineries in the Livermore Valley Wine Country, taste great wine, …More

The Trolley is the most fun, popular, and scenic way to travel to our exceptional wineries in the Livermore Valley Wine Country, taste great wine,...

4 hours
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$100
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour

Come Ride Half Moon Bay's ocean scenic and historic downtown tour. Ride to all the breathtaking sights, both scenic and historic. Enjoy Half Moon Bay's …More

Come Ride Half Moon Bay's ocean scenic and historic downtown tour. Ride to all the breathtaking sights, both scenic and historic. Enjoy Half Moon Bay's...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$110
Full-Day Escape: Muir Redwoods plus Napa & Sonoma Wineries Tour

Discover three of Northern California’s top attractions in one unforgettable day: Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Napa or Sonoma Wine Country. Start with a scenic drive …More

Discover three of Northern California’s top attractions in one unforgettable day: Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Napa or Sonoma Wine Country. Start with a scenic drive...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$144
Catalina Express Avalon to San Pedro One Way Ferry

Important Note: This is a one-way ferry from Avalon to San Pedro. You must also book your trip to Avalon, also on Cool Shore Excursions. …More

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Important Note: This is a one-way ferry from Avalon to San Pedro. You must also book your trip to Avalon, also on Cool Shore Excursions....

1 hour
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$52
Hippie Haight-Ashbury and True Crime Tour

If you want to see WHERE the Summer of Love took place (including the residences of folks like Charles Manson, Jim Jones, and Janis Joplin), …More

If you want to see WHERE the Summer of Love took place (including the residences of folks like Charles Manson, Jim Jones, and Janis Joplin),...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$44
Scenic Vineyard Tour Adventure San Luis Obispo

Embark on a Thrilling Sidecar Adventure in San Luis Obispo! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to ride in a sidecar through stunning vineyards and get …More

Embark on a Thrilling Sidecar Adventure in San Luis Obispo! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to ride in a sidecar through stunning vineyards and get...

1 hour
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$45
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