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: 17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica Warner Brothers Studio Tour and Hollywood Highlights Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

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 →

Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike, where the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula unfolds around you. This self-guided GPS eBike tour allows …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.7 (6)

17 Mile Drive eBike Tour in Monterey

Explore the stunning 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike, where the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula unfolds around you. This self-guided GPS eBike tour allows...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (6)

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$59

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

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (366)

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...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (366)

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$69

Warner Brothers Studio Tour and Hollywood Highlights

Explore the magic of Hollywood with the Warner Brothers Studio Tour, where you’ll get an insider’s view of the film industry. Start at the Tour …More

Santa Monica, USA

4.9 (8)

Warner Brothers Studio Tour and Hollywood Highlights

Explore the magic of Hollywood with the Warner Brothers Studio Tour, where you’ll get an insider’s view of the film industry. Start at the Tour...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$1,199

Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

This tour is the perfect introduction into Mexico, and we do it the only way that will ensure you get a true local experience. Walking …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (632)

Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

This tour is the perfect introduction into Mexico, and we do it the only way that will ensure you get a true local experience. Walking...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (632)

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$73

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

San Diego, USA

4.8 (559)

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...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (559)

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$93

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

Los Angeles, USA

4.1 (67)

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,...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.1 (67)

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$90

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

Santa Monica, USA

4.4 (42)

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?...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.4 (42)

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$26

Pasadena Spy Quest: Stop the Bomb (Einstein & Caltech)

It's your first day as a janitor at Caltech when you stumble into an abandoned lab and press a large red button. A handwritten note …More

Los Angeles, USA

3.4 (5)

Pasadena Spy Quest: Stop the Bomb (Einstein & Caltech)

It's your first day as a janitor at Caltech when you stumble into an abandoned lab and press a large red button. A handwritten note...

70 to 100 minutes Free Cancellation

3.4 (5)

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$8

LA Half Day City Tour and 2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour Combo

Get an insider look at LA culture, history, landmarks, and hot spots. Stop at The Santa Monica Pier, The Grove/Original Farmer's Market for shopping and …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (171)

LA Half Day City Tour and 2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour Combo

Get an insider look at LA culture, history, landmarks, and hot spots. Stop at The Santa Monica Pier, The Grove/Original Farmer's Market for shopping and...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (171)

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$99

Join us in one of the largest urban cultural parks in the US on a Segway tour of San Diego’s Balboa Park. Cover the enormous …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (155)

Private Balboa Park Segway Tour

Join us in one of the largest urban cultural parks in the US on a Segway tour of San Diego’s Balboa Park. Cover the enormous...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (155)

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$65

Discover a fascinating chapter in California history during a visit to the Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, the mission is now a National …More

Carlsbad, USA

4.6 (40)

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Discover a fascinating chapter in California history during a visit to the Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, the mission is now a National...

2 to 3 hours

4.6 (40)

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$8

San Diego Balboa Park Highlights Small Group Tour with Coffee

Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s most iconic destinations, but with more than 1,200 acres of museums, gardens, and historic architecture, it can be …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (205)

San Diego Balboa Park Highlights Small Group Tour with Coffee

Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s most iconic destinations, but with more than 1,200 acres of museums, gardens, and historic architecture, it can be...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (205)

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$60

There can only be one original, so don't be fooled by all the imitators. Why ride in a glorified shuttle bus when you can experience …More

Temecula, USA

4.9 (319)

Authentic Cable Car Wine Tour

There can only be one original, so don't be fooled by all the imitators. Why ride in a glorified shuttle bus when you can experience...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (319)

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$110

San Francisco's Embarcadero: An Audio Tour on Climate Change

Take in San Francisco's historic waterfront with a tale of its creation, and looming demise with this walking tour along the Embarcadero. • Find out …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (11)

San Francisco's Embarcadero: An Audio Tour on Climate Change

Take in San Francisco's historic waterfront with a tale of its creation, and looming demise with this walking tour along the Embarcadero. • Find out...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (11)

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$10

Get ready to explore the rich architectural tapestry of San Francisco! I am thrilled to announce the return of my popular group walking tours for …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (14)

San Francisco Architecture Walking Tour

Get ready to explore the rich architectural tapestry of San Francisco! I am thrilled to announce the return of my popular group walking tours for...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$40

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

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (6)

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$85

Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

Alcatraz Island remains one of San Francisco's greatest landmarks — and now you can experience its chilling allure for yourself. Packaged with the half day …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (1,074)

Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

Alcatraz Island remains one of San Francisco's greatest landmarks — and now you can experience its chilling allure for yourself. Packaged with the half day...

7 hours 30 minutes

4.3 (1,074)

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$152

The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission Ticket in San Francisco

Take a wondrous journey into the life and legacy of animation legend Walt Disney at The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco's Presidio. Learn …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (208)

The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission Ticket in San Francisco

Take a wondrous journey into the life and legacy of animation legend Walt Disney at The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco's Presidio. Learn...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (208)

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$25

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (122)

Private Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour

Experience Los Angeles your way with a fully customizable private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and budget. Available in English, Spanish, and French, this...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (122)

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$499

Hollywood Sign Express Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

The #1 Hollywood Sign Tour Just Got Even Better… and Cuter. This is the only express Hollywood Sign tour led by real comedians and their …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (183)

Hollywood Sign Express Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

The #1 Hollywood Sign Tour Just Got Even Better… and Cuter. This is the only express Hollywood Sign tour led by real comedians and their...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (183)

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$12

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?