Top California Tours & Sightseeing

Q: Which California Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

California Tours & Sightseeing 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 United States eSIM: Instant USA Mobile Internet Access with eSIM Los Angeles Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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

No problem. These California Tours & Sightseeing 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 →

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

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

5.0 (1)

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$6

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

4.0 (1)

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

4.0 (1)

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$6

Gaslamp Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk in San Diego

Discover the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact …More

San Diego, USA

3.6 (7)

Gaslamp Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk in San Diego

Discover the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

3.6 (7)

from
$6

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

4.2 (39)

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

4.2 (39)

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$7

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

5.0 (2)

from
$7

Chinatown, San Francisco: Food and Culture Self-guided Audio Tour

Fortune cookies, dim sum and hidden alleys: eat your way through the oldest Chinatown in North America with a local. David Hu, a 5th-generation Chinese …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1)

Chinatown, San Francisco: Food and Culture Self-guided Audio Tour

Fortune cookies, dim sum and hidden alleys: eat your way through the oldest Chinatown in North America with a local. David Hu, a 5th-generation Chinese...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

from
$7

San Diego Balboa Park: Mystery Puzzle Adventure

Someone wants to destroy Balboa Park. As Lead Botanist, you find a threatening note tied to the carousel and launch an investigation through San Diego's …More

San Diego, USA

4.2 (14)

San Diego Balboa Park: Mystery Puzzle Adventure

Someone wants to destroy Balboa Park. As Lead Botanist, you find a threatening note tied to the carousel and launch an investigation through San Diego's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.2 (14)

from
$7

LA Little Tokyo to Olvera St Smartphone (App/GPS) Walking Tour

On our LA adventure you will be exploreing Little Tokyo, LA City Hall, El Pueblo de los Angeles, Olvera street and more. You’ll see iconic …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (3)

LA Little Tokyo to Olvera St Smartphone (App/GPS) Walking Tour

On our LA adventure you will be exploreing Little Tokyo, LA City Hall, El Pueblo de los Angeles, Olvera street and more. You’ll see iconic...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$8

San Diego Historic Gaslamp Quarter Self-Guided Walking Tour

Discover the historic Gaslamp Quarter, explore the cultural landmarks, and the stories of the people who shaped San Diego's history. Go at your own pace, …More

San Diego, USA

3.0 (1)

San Diego Historic Gaslamp Quarter Self-Guided Walking Tour

Discover the historic Gaslamp Quarter, explore the cultural landmarks, and the stories of the people who shaped San Diego's history. Go at your own pace,...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

3.0 (1)

from
$8

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

3.6 (95)

Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Carmel’s famous Comstock Cottages without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable...

40 to 80 minutes

3.6 (95)

from
$8

Old Sacramento: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to discover Old Sacramento's Historic District and Waterfront without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with …More

Sacramento, USA

4.7 (12)

Old Sacramento: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to discover Old Sacramento's Historic District and Waterfront without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with...

90 to 120 minutes

4.7 (12)

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$8

Historic Folsom: A Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

This self-guided GPS audio walking tour will explore the historic western gold rush town of Folsom, California. The tour begins at the corner of Riley …More

Sacramento, USA

4.3 (9)

Historic Folsom: A Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

This self-guided GPS audio walking tour will explore the historic western gold rush town of Folsom, California. The tour begins at the corner of Riley...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (9)

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$8

The Secrets of Golden Gate Park: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Uncover the story of Golden Gate Park at your own pace with the San Francisco Chronicle's affordable audio tour. • Find out about arrogant tycoons, …More

San Francisco, USA

3.5 (2)

The Secrets of Golden Gate Park: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Uncover the story of Golden Gate Park at your own pace with the San Francisco Chronicle's affordable audio tour. • Find out about arrogant tycoons,...

90 to 120 minutes

3.5 (2)

from
$8

Santa Barbara Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Santa Barbara while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. …More

Santa Barbara, USA

3.8 (11)

Santa Barbara Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Santa Barbara while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour....

2 hours Free Cancellation

3.8 (11)

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$8

San Diego Harbor Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of San Diego while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. …More

San Diego, USA

4.6 (8)

San Diego Harbor Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of San Diego while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour....

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (8)

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$8

Nevada City Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Nevada City while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. …More

Sacramento, USA

5.0 (3)

Nevada City Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Nevada City while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour....

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

from
$8

Monterey Fisherman's Wharf and Presidio Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the vibrant streets of Monterey, California. Explore a city renowned for its beauty and history. Delve into the …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.7 (3)

Monterey Fisherman's Wharf and Presidio Scavenger Hunt

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the vibrant streets of Monterey, California. Explore a city renowned for its beauty and history. Delve into the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (3)

from
$8

Roseville California Scavenger Hunt Walking and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Roseville while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play …More

Sacramento, USA

5.0 (1)

Roseville California Scavenger Hunt Walking and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Roseville while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

from
$8

San Francisco Embarcadero Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of San Francisco's Embarcadero while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1)

San Francisco Embarcadero Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of San Francisco's Embarcadero while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$8

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the best options for California Tours & Sightseeing?

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

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

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Which California Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

California Tours & Sightseeing 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 Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more California trip ideas?

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