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The Top 10 Santa Monica Tours and Activities 2026

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The Cool Shore Excursions Top 10 Santa Monica list brings together the best tours, activities, and things to do in the area. Each one has been traveler-tested by people like you and handpicked to deliver the most fun for the best prices in Santa Monica.

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Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

This 7.5 hour guided tour - by LA-natives - is perfect for families, couples and all ages! Our routes are carefully curated to visit the …More

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This 7.5 hour guided tour - by LA-natives - is perfect for families, couples and all ages! Our routes are carefully curated to visit the...

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Malibu Open-Air Tour from Santa Monica with Celebrity Homes

Discover the beauty of Malibu on this 2-hour open-air sightseeing tour along California's legendary Pacific Coast Highway (PCH.). Departing from Santa Monica, you'll enjoy breathtaking …More

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Discover the beauty of Malibu on this 2-hour open-air sightseeing tour along California's legendary Pacific Coast Highway (PCH.). Departing from Santa Monica, you'll enjoy breathtaking...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus

Your Ticket to The Hollywood Hills on this Interactive Sightseeing Tour on an Open Air Bus with a Fun Driver Guide. Your Drive Guide will …More

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Your Ticket to The Hollywood Hills on this Interactive Sightseeing Tour on an Open Air Bus with a Fun Driver Guide. Your Drive Guide will...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

We are a FUN SURF LA surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent experience surfing, whether it's …More

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We are a FUN SURF LA surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent experience surfing, whether it's...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
2-Hour Kayak or Paddleboard with Sea Lions in Marina del Rey

Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of beautiful Marina del Rey marina while kayaking or standup paddle boarding. Discover unique sail and power boats and spot local …More

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Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of beautiful Marina del Rey marina while kayaking or standup paddle boarding. Discover unique sail and power boats and spot local...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$79
Luxury Shared E-Boat Cruise with Wine, Charcuterie & Sea Lions Spotting

Enjoy wine and charcuterie board with a selection of meat, cheeses and fruit while cruising in a fully electric Duffy boat. Start from the dock …More

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Enjoy wine and charcuterie board with a selection of meat, cheeses and fruit while cruising in a fully electric Duffy boat. Start from the dock...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Santa Monica and Venice Beach 3-Hour Bike Guided Tour

Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take …More

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Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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City Cruises Los Angeles Brunch Cruise from Marina del Rey

Start your Marina del Rey Premier Brunch Cruise off right in beautiful Marina del Rey. We’ll welcome you aboard with a bottomless glass of Champagne. …More

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Start your Marina del Rey Premier Brunch Cruise off right in beautiful Marina del Rey. We’ll welcome you aboard with a bottomless glass of Champagne....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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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

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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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Santa Monica and Venice Beach Electric Bike Tour

Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this two hour guided e-Bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! You …More

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Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this two hour guided e-Bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! You...

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