Top California Cultural & Theme Tours

Q: What are the best options for California Cultural & Theme Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Cultural & Theme Tours are: The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway San Diego Liberty Station: From Barracks to Brews Small Group Tour Muir Woods, Sausalito and Golden Gate Bridge Independent Tour Guide For 17 Mile Drive With GPS Audio Stories Self-Guided Walking Tour in Chinatown

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for California Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Cultural & Theme Tours are: Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More Hollywood Open Bus Tours San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Cultural & Theme Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More Hollywood Open Bus Tours Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Cultural & Theme Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Cultural & Theme Tours include Hotel Pickup: Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More Catalina Island Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise Anaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway

Enjoy a privately guided tour of America’s Finest City, with a snack, coffee, and tickets included to the USS Midway Museum. First, your guide will …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (1)

The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway

Enjoy a privately guided tour of America’s Finest City, with a snack, coffee, and tickets included to the USS Midway Museum. First, your guide will...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$90

San Diego Liberty Station: From Barracks to Brews Small Group Tour

The former Naval Training Center in San Diego has transformed itself into Liberty Station and this is your opportunity to learn important sailor skills without …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (4)

San Diego Liberty Station: From Barracks to Brews Small Group Tour

The former Naval Training Center in San Diego has transformed itself into Liberty Station and this is your opportunity to learn important sailor skills without...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (4)

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$58

Muir Woods, Sausalito and Golden Gate Bridge

Travel in style and safety and experience a courteous, prompt, and safe transportation service on this 4-hour private tour. You and your friends/family will have …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (19)

Muir Woods, Sausalito and Golden Gate Bridge

Travel in style and safety and experience a courteous, prompt, and safe transportation service on this 4-hour private tour. You and your friends/family will have...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (19)

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$455

Independent Tour Guide For 17 Mile Drive With GPS Audio Stories

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the famous 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey, with a self-guided audio …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.0 (56)

Independent Tour Guide For 17 Mile Drive With GPS Audio Stories

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the famous 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, Monterey, with a self-guided audio...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (56)

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$13

You will get to experience a self guided walking tour of a Cantonese 19th Century Christian Chinese funeral procession that traveled through the former Chinatown …More

5.0 (10)

Self-Guided Walking Tour in Chinatown

You will get to experience a self guided walking tour of a Cantonese 19th Century Christian Chinese funeral procession that traveled through the former Chinatown...

30 minutes

5.0 (10)

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$5

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Los Angeles

Get ready for an unforgettable photographic journey through LA iconic destinations! We’ll guide you on a relaxed exploration of the City most photogenic landmarks, showcasing …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (3)

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Los Angeles

Get ready for an unforgettable photographic journey through LA iconic destinations! We’ll guide you on a relaxed exploration of the City most photogenic landmarks, showcasing...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$124

The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (3)

The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$105

Mission District food and history Walking Tour: Small group

Be part of our exclusive sightseeing walking tour through San Francisco’s Mission district. We will explore the food and history of one of the most …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (2)

Mission District food and history Walking Tour: Small group

Be part of our exclusive sightseeing walking tour through San Francisco’s Mission district. We will explore the food and history of one of the most...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$99

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

5.0 (10)

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

GuideAlong's Audio Tour takes you on an incredible self-guided journey along this scenic 130 mile stretch of California’s coast. Along the way you'll be guided...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$17

On this Balboa Park E-Bike Tour you will learn what San Diego locals know, that Balboa Park is San Diego’s best kept secret! As the …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (16)

E-Bike Tour in Balboa Park

On this Balboa Park E-Bike Tour you will learn what San Diego locals know, that Balboa Park is San Diego’s best kept secret! As the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (16)

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$169

San Diego Private Yacht Charter on a Classic Sailboat

Book the entire boat for your group — no strangers, no shared space, just your crew and Captain Phil on San Diego Bay. Liberty is …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (4)

San Diego Private Yacht Charter on a Classic Sailboat

Book the entire boat for your group — no strangers, no shared space, just your crew and Captain Phil on San Diego Bay. Liberty is...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$810

Alamo Sq, Lombard St, North Beach, Chinatown Walking & Metro Tour

The Icons of SF tour starts at Alamo Square, where we'll introduce you to the Painted Ladies, beautiful Victorian houses perfectly framed against the San …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (2)

Alamo Sq, Lombard St, North Beach, Chinatown Walking & Metro Tour

The Icons of SF tour starts at Alamo Square, where we'll introduce you to the Painted Ladies, beautiful Victorian houses perfectly framed against the San...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$70

Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

This fun small group guided e-bike tour is a perfect tour for an adult group to experience. A 2-hour ride to Santa Cruz's majestic coastline, …More

Santa Cruz, USA

4.9 (7)

Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

This fun small group guided e-bike tour is a perfect tour for an adult group to experience. A 2-hour ride to Santa Cruz's majestic coastline,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

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$110

Gourmet Original Farmers Market & Fairfax Walking Food Tour

Explore the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped this quintessential LA neighborhood with Delicious Dish Tours. With an expert guide, experience the energy of …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.7 (10)

Gourmet Original Farmers Market & Fairfax Walking Food Tour

Explore the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped this quintessential LA neighborhood with Delicious Dish Tours. With an expert guide, experience the energy of...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (10)

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$156

California Dreaming San Diego Beaches GoCar Buggy Tour

Drive your GoBuggy, the world’s first storytelling car, through San Diego’s Old Town, where Mexican and Western cultures blend seamlessly. Departing from Old Town, you'll …More

San Diego, USA

4.0 (2)

California Dreaming San Diego Beaches GoCar Buggy Tour

Drive your GoBuggy, the world’s first storytelling car, through San Diego’s Old Town, where Mexican and Western cultures blend seamlessly. Departing from Old Town, you'll...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (2)

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$92

Experience the eerie ambiance of Alcatraz Island at night with an audio-guided tour, including a San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise at your convenience. Board the …More

San Francisco, USA

4.0 (9)

Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise

Experience the eerie ambiance of Alcatraz Island at night with an audio-guided tour, including a San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise at your convenience. Board the...

4 to 5 hours

4.0 (9)

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$159

Experience an exclusive 1-hour Hollywood Sign tour like never before. Enjoy VIP access to get up close and capture stunning photos of the iconic Hollywood …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (17)

Hollywood Sign Tour

Experience an exclusive 1-hour Hollywood Sign tour like never before. Enjoy VIP access to get up close and capture stunning photos of the iconic Hollywood...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (17)

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$249

Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles from LAX Hotels

Staying at one of the hotels near LAX Airport? This is the perfect full-day tour for you. We pick you up directly from all hotels …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.0 (30)

Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles from LAX Hotels

Staying at one of the hotels near LAX Airport? This is the perfect full-day tour for you. We pick you up directly from all hotels...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.0 (30)

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$129

Guided Historic La Jolla Village Walking Tour

Welcome to the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" – your gateway to an extraordinary adventure in the heart of La Jolla! Our expert local guide …More

La Jolla, USA

5.0 (10)

Guided Historic La Jolla Village Walking Tour

Welcome to the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" – your gateway to an extraordinary adventure in the heart of La Jolla! Our expert local guide...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$59

San Diego Tour, Top Gun Bar, Miramar, Charlies House & More

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (5)

San Diego Tour, Top Gun Bar, Miramar, Charlies House & More

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$479

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for California Cultural & Theme Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

Which California Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Cultural & Theme Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Cultural & Theme Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which California Cultural & Theme Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?