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

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Small-Group City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

Discover the best of Los Angeles, Hollywood, & Beverly Hills on this immersive multimedia sightseeing tour—perfect for first-time visitors, cruise passengers, and travelers on a …More

Discover the best of Los Angeles, Hollywood, & Beverly Hills on this immersive multimedia sightseeing tour—perfect for first-time visitors, cruise passengers, and travelers on a...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$79
Santa Monica Sinister Sins & Sorrow Ghost Tour

Come on our chilling ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Are you ready to take a trip through downtown Santa Monica’s most haunted hotspots? …More

Come on our chilling ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Are you ready to take a trip through downtown Santa Monica’s most haunted hotspots?...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$26
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a …More

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Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (316)
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$79
Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco

Immerse yourself in the heart of the High Sierra on this 3 day Yosemite tour, designed for those who crave an authentic outdoor adventure without …More

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Immerse yourself in the heart of the High Sierra on this 3 day Yosemite tour, designed for those who crave an authentic outdoor adventure without...

3 days
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$795
Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental

You will pick up the electric bikes at our store and receive brief training and directions on where you can go on this self guided …More

You will pick up the electric bikes at our store and receive brief training and directions on where you can go on this self guided...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica

Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our …More

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Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Pressed Flower Frame Workshop in San Jose

Create your own framed pressed flower artwork in a relaxing, hands-on workshop. With step-by-step guidance, no experience is needed! Choose from a variety of real …More

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Create your own framed pressed flower artwork in a relaxing, hands-on workshop. With step-by-step guidance, no experience is needed! Choose from a variety of real...

1 hour 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$89
Napa Valley Wine Train Vista Dome Lunch Car

Embark on an immersive three-hour journey featuring panoramic 360-degree Napa Valley views, plush dining booths, and unforgettable photo opportunities with your travel companions. The Vista …More

Embark on an immersive three-hour journey featuring panoramic 360-degree Napa Valley views, plush dining booths, and unforgettable photo opportunities with your travel companions. The Vista...

3 hours
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$410
Santa Monica Hollywood and Beverly Hills Open Bus Tour

Buckle up for 3.5 hours of pure LA magic on the open-air bus, departing from Santa Monica's Ocean Avenue. Your expert guide takes you through …More

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Buckle up for 3.5 hours of pure LA magic on the open-air bus, departing from Santa Monica's Ocean Avenue. Your expert guide takes you through...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Museum of Illusions Santa Monica Admission Ticket

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational …More

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational...

45 to 90 minutes
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$31
Skull Canyon Zipline Adventure in Corona CA

Perfect for families, first-time zipliners, and anyone ready for a fun outdoor adventure, this tour combines a short scenic hike with a thrilling canyon flight …More

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Perfect for families, first-time zipliners, and anyone ready for a fun outdoor adventure, this tour combines a short scenic hike with a thrilling canyon flight...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Epic Views of Lake Tahoe on a Guided Nature Hike

This experience offers travelers extraordinary views of Lake Tahoe with an expert local guide. You’ll also gain meaningful insight into Lake Tahoe’s forest conservation and …More

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This experience offers travelers extraordinary views of Lake Tahoe with an expert local guide. You’ll also gain meaningful insight into Lake Tahoe’s forest conservation and...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$95
Whale Watching in Morro Bay Humpback and Gray Whales with Sub Sea

Witness the majestic humpback and gray whales during their migration along the stunning California coast with a three-hour whale watching tour in Morro Bay. From …More

Witness the majestic humpback and gray whales during their migration along the stunning California coast with a three-hour whale watching tour in Morro Bay. From...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

In order to understand how we got to this cultural awakening, which is making a people want to come and explore Tijuana once again. We …More

In order to understand how we got to this cultural awakening, which is making a people want to come and explore Tijuana once again. We...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$93
2-Hour GoCar Tour: Downtown San Diego and Old Town or Beaches

This 2-Hour GoCar Tour is your key to fun in San Diego! This self-drive tour takes you through the Downtown and Old Town areas of …More

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This 2-Hour GoCar Tour is your key to fun in San Diego! This self-drive tour takes you through the Downtown and Old Town areas of...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
Hollywood and Beverly Hills Half-Day Tour with Exclusive Stops

Enjoy this unique experience in a custom tour vehicle. Board at a convenient Hollywood location and enjoy a fun sightseeing tour of the Hollywood area, …More

Enjoy this unique experience in a custom tour vehicle. Board at a convenient Hollywood location and enjoy a fun sightseeing tour of the Hollywood area,...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay

A rare sunset sailing adventure aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna: small group limited to six people, local captain sharing stories, hands-on sailing, and unforgettable vistas …More

A rare sunset sailing adventure aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna: small group limited to six people, local captain sharing stories, hands-on sailing, and unforgettable vistas...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
3HR Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park GoCar Tour

Discover San Francisco in the First-Ever GPS-Guided Talking Car Tour Experience the most exhilarating and entertaining way to explore San Francisco with the original GPS-guided …More

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Discover San Francisco in the First-Ever GPS-Guided Talking Car Tour Experience the most exhilarating and entertaining way to explore San Francisco with the original GPS-guided...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$229
Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

Learn to surf in beautiful Santa Barbara! Your expert instructor will teach you how to stand up on your board and ride the perfect wave, …More

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Learn to surf in beautiful Santa Barbara! Your expert instructor will teach you how to stand up on your board and ride the perfect wave,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Temecula Shared Hot Air Balloon Flight

Soar above Temecula in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise. Enjoy a guided tour from your pilot filled with recommendations for sightseeing …More

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Soar above Temecula in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise. Enjoy a guided tour from your pilot filled with recommendations for sightseeing...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$190
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