Top California Food, Wine & Nightlife

Q: What are the best options for California Food, Wine & Nightlife?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Food, Wine & Nightlife are: Hidden Sonoma County: Redwoods, Cheese, Coast, and Artisan Picnic San Francisco Whiskey Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar ATV Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting Catalina Food Tour Napa Valley Wine Train Afternoon Tea and Chandon Collab

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for California Food, Wine & Nightlife Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Food, Wine & Nightlife are: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Food, Wine & Nightlife have Instant Confirmation?

California Food, Wine & Nightlife with Instant Confirmation include: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise Glen Blair Bar Late-night Watering Hole North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor All Inclusive Temecula Wine Tour - Tastings, Lunch, Hotel Pickup View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Food, Wine & Nightlife have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Food, Wine & Nightlife include Hotel Pickup: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise All Inclusive Temecula Wine Tour - Tastings, Lunch, Hotel Pickup Napa Valley Small Group Winery Tour Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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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?

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Hidden Sonoma County: Redwoods, Cheese, Coast, and Artisan Picnic

Embark on a private, small-group guided caravan experience through West Sonoma County’s hidden gems — ancient redwoods, a behind-the-scenes artisan creamery, scenic coastal backroads, and …More

Santa Rosa, USA

5.0 (7)

Hidden Sonoma County: Redwoods, Cheese, Coast, and Artisan Picnic

Embark on a private, small-group guided caravan experience through West Sonoma County’s hidden gems — ancient redwoods, a behind-the-scenes artisan creamery, scenic coastal backroads, and...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$199

San Francisco Whiskey Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (221)

San Francisco Whiskey Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco...

1 hour 20 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (221)

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$86

This experience offers a rare and immersive journey through Napa Valley's winemaking process, unlike traditional tasting. You'll ride through the vineyards at our property on …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (5)

ATV Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting

This experience offers a rare and immersive journey through Napa Valley's winemaking process, unlike traditional tasting. You'll ride through the vineyards at our property on...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$150

Dine like a local. Experience Catalina's history, culture & foodie fun with our knowledgeable guides on this delicious 2.5-hour food tour. • Enjoy an all-inclusive …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.9 (489)

Catalina Food Tour

Dine like a local. Experience Catalina's history, culture & foodie fun with our knowledgeable guides on this delicious 2.5-hour food tour. • Enjoy an all-inclusive...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (489)

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$176

Napa Valley Wine Train Afternoon Tea and Chandon Collab

Board a beautifully restored 1915 Pullman railcar transformed into a floral wonderland. Delicate pink and neutral wildflower arrangements line every surface and an inspired playlist …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (3)

Napa Valley Wine Train Afternoon Tea and Chandon Collab

Board a beautifully restored 1915 Pullman railcar transformed into a floral wonderland. Delicate pink and neutral wildflower arrangements line every surface and an inspired playlist...

3 hours

5.0 (3)

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$311

LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour With 6 Food Tastings

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (348)

LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour With 6 Food Tastings

On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (348)

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$100

3-Winery Santa Ynez Tour with Lunch & Tastings from Santa Barbara

Get ready to sip, savor, and strut through Santa Ynez Valley with Grapeline—a wine tour as bold as your favorite Cab and smooth as a …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.8 (89)

3-Winery Santa Ynez Tour with Lunch & Tastings from Santa Barbara

Get ready to sip, savor, and strut through Santa Ynez Valley with Grapeline—a wine tour as bold as your favorite Cab and smooth as a...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (89)

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$239

6 Hour Napa or Sonoma Valley Wine Tour by Private SUV

Welcome to Napa Valley SUV, your transportation destination in Napa Valley. The valley is known for its natural beauty with gorgeous vineyards dotting the fields …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.9 (257)

6 Hour Napa or Sonoma Valley Wine Tour by Private SUV

Welcome to Napa Valley SUV, your transportation destination in Napa Valley. The valley is known for its natural beauty with gorgeous vineyards dotting the fields...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (257)

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$390

Enjoy a fun filled day on our Santa Barbara Wine Country tour. Join the small group as we explore wines from small production and family …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (120)

Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour

Enjoy a fun filled day on our Santa Barbara Wine Country tour. Join the small group as we explore wines from small production and family...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (120)

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$225

City Cruises Newport Beach: Orange County Premier Dinner Cruise

If you're looking for a night of exceptional food, brilliant views and music to romance the night away to, you'll love the Orange County dinner …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.0 (17)

City Cruises Newport Beach: Orange County Premier Dinner Cruise

If you're looking for a night of exceptional food, brilliant views and music to romance the night away to, you'll love the Orange County dinner...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.0 (17)

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$131

Carmel-by-the-Sea French Macaron Class with a Macaron Master

You will be baking macarons with a macaron master who has been featured on the Cooking Channel. You will receive hands-on training and all the …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.9 (60)

Carmel-by-the-Sea French Macaron Class with a Macaron Master

You will be baking macarons with a macaron master who has been featured on the Cooking Channel. You will receive hands-on training and all the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (60)

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$119

Temecula Wine Tour - 3 wineries & tastings - Awarded Best Tour

Discover the allure of Temecula, one of Southern California's premier wine regions. Embark on a journey through three handpicked Temecula vineyards from our curated list, …More

Temecula, USA

4.9 (95)

Temecula Wine Tour - 3 wineries & tastings - Awarded Best Tour

Discover the allure of Temecula, one of Southern California's premier wine regions. Embark on a journey through three handpicked Temecula vineyards from our curated list,...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (95)

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$109

Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (109)

North Park Beerucation Tour

Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (109)

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$85

Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side

Discover San Diego’s most evolving foodie neighborhood the East Village. Previously a warehouse district, the East Village is now home to an array of eclectic …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (87)

Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side

Discover San Diego’s most evolving foodie neighborhood the East Village. Previously a warehouse district, the East Village is now home to an array of eclectic...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (87)

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$99

Private 6-Hour Reserve Winery Experience

World class wines, breathtaking views and a professional chauffeur in a private luxury vehicle will make Napa Valley wine tasting tour experience unforgettable. …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

5.0 (2)

Private 6-Hour Reserve Winery Experience

World class wines, breathtaking views and a professional chauffeur in a private luxury vehicle will make Napa Valley wine tasting tour experience unforgettable....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$625

Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (108)

Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (108)

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$170

Taste some of California's best wines on this award-winning tour of Santa Barbara Wine Country. Enjoy breathtaking views on the way to Santa Ynez Valley …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.8 (255)

All Inclusive Santa Ynez Wine Tour

Taste some of California's best wines on this award-winning tour of Santa Barbara Wine Country. Enjoy breathtaking views on the way to Santa Ynez Valley...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (255)

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$220

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Experience Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country in a truly immersive way. Pedal comfortably on a Rad Power E-bike or challenge yourself on the hills with …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (142)

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Experience Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country in a truly immersive way. Pedal comfortably on a Rad Power E-bike or challenge yourself on the hills with...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (142)

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$175

The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

We will see & photograph the highlights of LA & Hollywood, old & new, with some unique twists not offered on any other tour! I'll …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (242)

The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

We will see & photograph the highlights of LA & Hollywood, old & new, with some unique twists not offered on any other tour! I'll...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (242)

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$76

Santa Barbara Ghost Tours® Wine Tasting & History & Mystery Tour

This is an ALL EXCLUSIVE tour at high-end designed SB tour consisting of a World Class wine tasting for the first hour consisting of listening …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.8 (60)

Santa Barbara Ghost Tours® Wine Tasting & History & Mystery Tour

This is an ALL EXCLUSIVE tour at high-end designed SB tour consisting of a World Class wine tasting for the first hour consisting of listening...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (60)

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$95

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the best options for California Food, Wine & Nightlife?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Food, Wine & Nightlife Tours?

Which California Food, Wine & Nightlife have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Food, Wine & Nightlife have Free Cancellation?

California Food, Wine & Nightlife 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 Food, Wine & Nightlife have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

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