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: Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour Spooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

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 →

Q: Got any more California trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked California Tours. Top 10 California 2026 Senior-friendly tours California The best tours and activities for culture lovers in California Top Day Trips from California Things to do in California this summer View all California Trip Ideas →

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 →

Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

This 5-hour Grand City Tour gives travelers a well-rounded Los Angeles sightseeing experience, covering approximately 30–35 miles across Downtown LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park, …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (625)

Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

This 5-hour Grand City Tour gives travelers a well-rounded Los Angeles sightseeing experience, covering approximately 30–35 miles across Downtown LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park,...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (625)

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$89

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento’s most thriving and historic districts: Downtown. Downtown Sacramento is experiencing a 21st century renaissance! Tour guests will be …More

Sacramento, USA

4.8 (134)

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento’s most thriving and historic districts: Downtown. Downtown Sacramento is experiencing a 21st century renaissance! Tour guests will be...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (134)

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$109

Spooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour

Use real ghost hunting gear and learn of Solvang's haunted past, with creepy stories collected from locals. We're the original ghost tour, with a haunted …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (334)

Spooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour

Use real ghost hunting gear and learn of Solvang's haunted past, with creepy stories collected from locals. We're the original ghost tour, with a haunted...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (334)

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$55

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

5.0 (146)

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Your walk opens up a whole new vista of Carmel for you while our guides, who are skilled storytellers, weave together the tales of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (146)

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$49

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (1,116)

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van...

7 to 8 hours

4.7 (1,116)

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$159

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (847)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and...

2 to 4 hours

4.4 (847)

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$139

Looking for something different and exciting to do? Ride over the Golden Gate Bridge in a shiny red fire engine! San Francisco's fun and only, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (299)

San Francisco Fire Engine Tour

Looking for something different and exciting to do? Ride over the Golden Gate Bridge in a shiny red fire engine! San Francisco's fun and only,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (299)

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$69

Los Angeles Ghost Tours: Terrors of Tinseltown

Are you ready to discover the spine-tingling secrets of Los Angeles? Join us for an unforgettable ghost tour that guarantees thrills as we delve into …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.8 (184)

Los Angeles Ghost Tours: Terrors of Tinseltown

Are you ready to discover the spine-tingling secrets of Los Angeles? Join us for an unforgettable ghost tour that guarantees thrills as we delve into...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (184)

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$26

Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

Book a tour of Old Town San Diego with our local company for an authentic and memorable experience. Learn about the rich culture and heritage, …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (20)

Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

Book a tour of Old Town San Diego with our local company for an authentic and memorable experience. Learn about the rich culture and heritage,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (20)

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$35

Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Joshua Tree National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.7 (28)

Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Joshua Tree National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and...

15 to 16 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (28)

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$17

Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart

Our tour is the only wind farm tour on a private wind farm. We are the first commercial wind farm in the San Gorgonia Pass. …More

Palm Springs, USA

5.0 (33)

Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart

Our tour is the only wind farm tour on a private wind farm. We are the first commercial wind farm in the San Gorgonia Pass....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$55

San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

While you’re in port, discover San Diego at your own pace with a one-day ticket on the San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. This do-it-yourself …More

San Diego, USA

4.6 (113)

San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

While you’re in port, discover San Diego at your own pace with a one-day ticket on the San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. This do-it-yourself...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (113)

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$57

Tijuana Toe Dip: Day Trip from San Diego

This tour on the list will set you on the right path of experiencing the local culture of Tijuana it's multicultural scene and it's people. …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (99)

Tijuana Toe Dip: Day Trip from San Diego

This tour on the list will set you on the right path of experiencing the local culture of Tijuana it's multicultural scene and it's people....

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (99)

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$78

This tour will take you to Muir Woods National Monument and Sausalito in a comfortable 14 passenger Mercedes sprinter van. We provide a boutique, personal …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (96)

Amazing Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

This tour will take you to Muir Woods National Monument and Sausalito in a comfortable 14 passenger Mercedes sprinter van. We provide a boutique, personal...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (96)

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$89

San Francisco Ghost Tours: Gold and Ghouls Tour

Embark on a spine-tingling journey through San Francisco's shadowy streets with our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings intertwine! Guided by an expert …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (322)

San Francisco Ghost Tours: Gold and Ghouls Tour

Embark on a spine-tingling journey through San Francisco's shadowy streets with our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings intertwine! Guided by an expert...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (322)

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$26

San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book. Continue …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (130)

San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book. Continue...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (130)

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$85

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (2,021)

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of...

6 hours 30 minutes

4.3 (2,021)

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$150

Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour of Hollywood & Beverly Hills

Experience LA's ultimate celebrity lifestyle tour with Hollywood's original tour company since 1935! Ride in an open-top bus past A-list mansions, iconic landmarks, and legendary …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.2 (283)

Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour of Hollywood & Beverly Hills

Experience LA's ultimate celebrity lifestyle tour with Hollywood's original tour company since 1935! Ride in an open-top bus past A-list mansions, iconic landmarks, and legendary...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.2 (283)

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$49

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (95)

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular...

2 to 4 hours

4.4 (95)

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$25

Please note: this walk is not at all strenuous. Obviously there's some stairs but this is done at a leisurely pace and suitable for almost …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (267)

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Please note: this walk is not at all strenuous. Obviously there's some stairs but this is done at a leisurely pace and suitable for almost...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (267)

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$37

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?