Top California Cultural & Theme Tours

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

California Cultural & Theme Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets Discover Yosemite National Park: A Self-Guided Tour Los Angeles Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour Warrior Cat of Chinatown: Self-Guided Quest in San Francisco 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: Los Angeles Private 4 Hour Driving Tour Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour The Ultimate Venice Beach Experience San Francisco Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Car Option) 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 →

Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Discover San Diego with your self-guided audio tour, exploring America’s Finest City at your own pace. Begin in Balboa Park where Spanish Colonial architecture, 17 …More

San Diego, USA

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Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Discover San Diego with your self-guided audio tour, exploring America’s Finest City at your own pace. Begin in Balboa Park where Spanish Colonial architecture, 17...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (2)

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Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets

Discover Los Angeles' vibrant energy and diverse culture with our self-guided audio tour app, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace. Begin …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets

Discover Los Angeles' vibrant energy and diverse culture with our self-guided audio tour app, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace. Begin...

10 hours

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$3

Discover Yosemite National Park: A Self-Guided Tour

Discover Yosemite National Park with our self-guided tour, allowing you to explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes at your own pace. Drive into …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

Discover Yosemite National Park: A Self-Guided Tour

Discover Yosemite National Park with our self-guided tour, allowing you to explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes at your own pace. Drive into...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$3

Los Angeles Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover LA: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Los Angeles Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover LA: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity....

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Warrior Cat of Chinatown: Self-Guided Quest in San Francisco

Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover The Old St. Mary’s Cathedral, Portsmouth Square and lesser-known places. As you solve challenges, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (3)

Warrior Cat of Chinatown: Self-Guided Quest in San Francisco

Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover The Old St. Mary’s Cathedral, Portsmouth Square and lesser-known places. As you solve challenges,...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation

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Secrets of Venice Boardwalk: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure in LA

Venice Beach is one of the most popular tourist spots in LA, and this tour will show you why. Travel from the beach up through …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Secrets of Venice Boardwalk: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure in LA

Venice Beach is one of the most popular tourist spots in LA, and this tour will show you why. Travel from the beach up through...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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Santa Monica Superhero Exploration Game and Tour

Named one of National Geographic's “Top 10 Beach Cities in the World," immerse yourself in Santa Monica's pristine beauty, as you assist a motley group …More

Santa Monica, USA

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Santa Monica Superhero Exploration Game and Tour

Named one of National Geographic's “Top 10 Beach Cities in the World," immerse yourself in Santa Monica's pristine beauty, as you assist a motley group...

70 to 100 minutes Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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$5

Venice Beach: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Come see the best sights in Venice, at your leisure! Commentary by Jeff Wynne, an experienced local …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Venice Beach: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Come see the best sights in Venice, at your leisure! Commentary by Jeff Wynne, an experienced local...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Experience the thrill and intellect of a lifetime with our exclusive Stanford University tour! Immerse yourself in the prestigious halls where future world leaders and …More

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Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Experience the thrill and intellect of a lifetime with our exclusive Stanford University tour! Immerse yourself in the prestigious halls where future world leaders and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$5

Los Angeles: Griffith Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Uncover the natural beauty, Hollywood history, and scenic trails of Griffith Park on a self-guided tour that brings the best of Los Angeles to life. …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Los Angeles: Griffith Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Uncover the natural beauty, Hollywood history, and scenic trails of Griffith Park on a self-guided tour that brings the best of Los Angeles to life....

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Embark on a chilling and fascinating audio journey through the history of Historic Agnews State Hospital. Step back in time from the perimeter and uncover …More

San Jose, USA

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Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Embark on a chilling and fascinating audio journey through the history of Historic Agnews State Hospital. Step back in time from the perimeter and uncover...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Welcome to the City of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of America". Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskivers and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in …More

Santa Barbara, USA

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Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Welcome to the City of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of America". Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskivers and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

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Coit Tower Hike Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Don’t miss out on one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks—Coit Tower! Book this experience for an unforgettable journey to the top of Telegraph Hill, …More

San Francisco, USA

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Coit Tower Hike Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Don’t miss out on one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks—Coit Tower! Book this experience for an unforgettable journey to the top of Telegraph Hill,...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Self-Guided San Diego Walking or Bicycle Tour App

Are you looking to experience and learn more about San Diego and Balboa Park at your own pace? Unlimited Biking's tour app is the best …More

San Diego, USA

Self-Guided San Diego Walking or Bicycle Tour App

Are you looking to experience and learn more about San Diego and Balboa Park at your own pace? Unlimited Biking's tour app is the best...

2 hours 30 minutes

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$5

Mafia Heist at the Bay: Escape Adventure in San Francisco

Discover San Francisco’s waterfront by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, taking the role of a business graduate …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (3)

Mafia Heist at the Bay: Escape Adventure in San Francisco

Discover San Francisco’s waterfront by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, taking the role of a business graduate...

105 to 135 minutes Free Cancellation

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Historical San Anselmo: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This is a self guided audio tour of San Anselmo, a unique town nestled in the heart of Marin County. Originally called Junction due to …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1)

Historical San Anselmo: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This is a self guided audio tour of San Anselmo, a unique town nestled in the heart of Marin County. Originally called Junction due to...

30 to 45 minutes

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San Francisco Self Guided Audio Experience

Experience San Francisco like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm while uncovering exclusive historical insights and hidden stories that even …More

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San Francisco Self Guided Audio Experience

Experience San Francisco like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm while uncovering exclusive historical insights and hidden stories that even...

3 to 9 hours

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Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through the streets of Avalon with me. My name is Matthew and I am one of the 4000 residents …More

Catalina Island, USA

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Avalon City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through the streets of Avalon with me. My name is Matthew and I am one of the 4000 residents...

85 to 170 minutes Free Cancellation

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The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

On this ghoulish adventure you’ll explore the haunted neighborhoods of Union Square, Nob Hill, the Barbary Coast, Chinatown, see their haunted spots and hear their …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (2)

The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

On this ghoulish adventure you’ll explore the haunted neighborhoods of Union Square, Nob Hill, the Barbary Coast, Chinatown, see their haunted spots and hear their...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

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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?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Cultural & Theme Tours are:

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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?