Top California Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Private Sightseeing 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 Warrior Cat of Chinatown: Self-Guided Quest in San Francisco Santa Monica Superhero Exploration Game and Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup: Los Angeles Private Transfer to or from Universal Studios 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 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 →

2 Hour Private Tour - Hollywood and Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes

Your private 2-hour tour will showcase the residences of prominent movie stars and other affluent individuals. You will explore the communities of the Hollywood Hills, …More

Los Angeles, USA

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2 Hour Private Tour - Hollywood and Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes

Your private 2-hour tour will showcase the residences of prominent movie stars and other affluent individuals. You will explore the communities of the Hollywood Hills,...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (40)

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$85

2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Bel Air

Your private 2-hour tour includes the celebrity homes of movie stars and the rich and famous! View the magnificent mansions of many of your favorite …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (3)

2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Bel Air

Your private 2-hour tour includes the celebrity homes of movie stars and the rich and famous! View the magnificent mansions of many of your favorite...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$85

Los Angeles Battleship USS Iowa Experience with Private Transfer

Our General Access Pass Includes a top-level overview of the ship and its history, free access to the mobile application, Vicky the Dog Scavenger Hunt, …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.5 (2)

Los Angeles Battleship USS Iowa Experience with Private Transfer

Our General Access Pass Includes a top-level overview of the ship and its history, free access to the mobile application, Vicky the Dog Scavenger Hunt,...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (2)

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$87

4 Hour Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour or Rental

Get ready for an exciting adventure exploring all of San Diego's greatest sights with our easy-to-use E-bikes! Create your own journey through San Diego or …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (2)

4 Hour Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour or Rental

Get ready for an exciting adventure exploring all of San Diego's greatest sights with our easy-to-use E-bikes! Create your own journey through San Diego or...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$87

Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Private Tour.

Embarking on a 8 to 11-hours (depending on your starting location, and includes driving time) private tour of Los Angeles iconic landmarks offers an unparalleled …More

Los Angeles, USA

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Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Private Tour.

Embarking on a 8 to 11-hours (depending on your starting location, and includes driving time) private tour of Los Angeles iconic landmarks offers an unparalleled...

8 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.4 (5)

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$87

Private Santa Barbara History and Architecture Walking Tour

When you come on a tour with me, I can show you the must see sites, as well as some out-of-the-way architectural gems that only …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (62)

Private Santa Barbara History and Architecture Walking Tour

When you come on a tour with me, I can show you the must see sites, as well as some out-of-the-way architectural gems that only...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (62)

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$89

Greater Los Angeles and Hollywood Private Tour.

This private full-day tour of the Greater Los Angeles area, such as Beverly Hills and Hollywood suburbs, offers an unparalleled opportunity for travelers to experience …More

Santa Monica, USA

4.0 (2)

Greater Los Angeles and Hollywood Private Tour.

This private full-day tour of the Greater Los Angeles area, such as Beverly Hills and Hollywood suburbs, offers an unparalleled opportunity for travelers to experience...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.0 (2)

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$89

Los Angeles Street Art Photoshoot: Funky Venice with a Personal Photographer

Hop on this private 2-hour photo tour of Venice! From street art and beaches to food and just people-watching, Venice in Los Angeles is California’s …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.5 (2)

Los Angeles Street Art Photoshoot: Funky Venice with a Personal Photographer

Hop on this private 2-hour photo tour of Venice! From street art and beaches to food and just people-watching, Venice in Los Angeles is California’s...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (2)

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$89

2-Hour GoCar Tour of Downtown and Balboa Park

This is a must-do tour for the young and young at heart! Drive your GoCar to San Diego’s signature sights like Balboa Park, Downtown and …More

San Diego, USA

4.7 (78)

2-Hour GoCar Tour of Downtown and Balboa Park

This is a must-do tour for the young and young at heart! Drive your GoCar to San Diego’s signature sights like Balboa Park, Downtown and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (78)

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$90

Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes

Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point …More

Santa Barbara, USA

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Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes

Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (116)

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$90

Looking to enjoy a Segway Tour? We offer the best Segway rental service in Newport by providing an exceptional experience in one of the most …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.8 (28)

Segway Tours

Looking to enjoy a Segway Tour? We offer the best Segway rental service in Newport by providing an exceptional experience in one of the most...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (28)

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$90

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

Private San Francisco 2.5 Hr Custom Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk (max 6)

2.5 Hours in an eco friendly Electric Tuk Tuk. No more than 6 guests makes this a personalized experience. This is the ultimate insider tour …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (58)

Private San Francisco 2.5 Hr Custom Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk (max 6)

2.5 Hours in an eco friendly Electric Tuk Tuk. No more than 6 guests makes this a personalized experience. This is the ultimate insider tour...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (58)

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$91

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

Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with our Alcatraz Highlights Tour! Step foot on the infamous island that once contained America's most notorious criminals …More

San Francisco, USA

3.5 (42)

Private 2-Hour Alcatraz App Guided Tour

Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with our Alcatraz Highlights Tour! Step foot on the infamous island that once contained America's most notorious criminals...

1 to 2 hours

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$95

Our Private Electric Bike Tour of Morro Bay will take you through the best bike routes and viewpoints of the city! The private tour will …More

San Luis Obispo, USA

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Guided E-Bike Tour of Morro Bay

Our Private Electric Bike Tour of Morro Bay will take you through the best bike routes and viewpoints of the city! The private tour will...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$95

Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach

This is, indeed, a memorable adventure. A guided half-day excursion where we'll explore the stunning Pismo Beach, the serene Bob Jones Trail, and hit Mulligan's …More

Pismo Beach, USA

4.9 (20)

Guided E-Bike Tour of Pismo Beach, Shell Beach and Avila Beach

This is, indeed, a memorable adventure. A guided half-day excursion where we'll explore the stunning Pismo Beach, the serene Bob Jones Trail, and hit Mulligan's...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (20)

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$95

Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas

This tour will take guests through 4 unique communities in North San Diego County; Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff By-The-Sea, and Encinitas. This tour is …More

Carlsbad, USA

5.0 (56)

Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas

This tour will take guests through 4 unique communities in North San Diego County; Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff By-The-Sea, and Encinitas. This tour is...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (56)

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$95

Private Muir Woods Tour + Golden Gate Bridge Stops (3 Hrs, Max 6)

Your entertaining tour guide will drive you north over the Golden Gate Bridge to walk among the giant redwoods trees in Muir Woods National Monument, …More

San Francisco, USA

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Private Muir Woods Tour + Golden Gate Bridge Stops (3 Hrs, Max 6)

Your entertaining tour guide will drive you north over the Golden Gate Bridge to walk among the giant redwoods trees in Muir Woods National Monument,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (57)

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$97

For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (3,083)

San Francisco Love Tour

For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (3,083)

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$99

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the best options for California Private Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Private Sightseeing Tours are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Private Sightseeing Tours Tours?

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

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Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Private Sightseeing 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 Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

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