Top California Tours & Sightseeing

Q: Which California Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

California Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus San Francisco Love Tour Full-Day LA Tour: Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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 →

San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1)

San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

from
$10

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Los Angeles

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip …More

Los Angeles, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Los Angeles

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip...

30 minutes

5.0 (1)

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$285

4-Hour Tour of Hollywood Departing from Santa Monica or DTLA

This is our distinguished signature tour. Conducted by industry professionals specializing in luxury and personalized service, this private 4-hour tour focuses on essential sightseeing locations …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (1)

4-Hour Tour of Hollywood Departing from Santa Monica or DTLA

This is our distinguished signature tour. Conducted by industry professionals specializing in luxury and personalized service, this private 4-hour tour focuses on essential sightseeing locations...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$171

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Long Beach, California

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip …More

Long Beach, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Long Beach, California

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip...

30 minutes

5.0 (1)

from
$284

Go behind the scenes of some of your favorite TV Shows and Movies. You’ll explore one of the busiest working studios in Los Angeles with …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.7 (5,246)

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Go behind the scenes of some of your favorite TV Shows and Movies. You’ll explore one of the busiest working studios in Los Angeles with...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (5,246)

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$79

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)

Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (4,927)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)

Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the...

5 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (4,927)

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$80

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore California’s top wineries on a luxurious full-day tour. Visit famous wineries in Napa & Sonoma, enjoy tastings, a …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (4,323)

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore California’s top wineries on a luxurious full-day tour. Visit famous wineries in Napa & Sonoma, enjoy tastings, a...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (4,323)

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$157

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (4,106)

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning...

75 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (4,106)

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$56

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (3,287)

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including...

15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.5 (3,287)

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$179

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

Enjoy the best of both worlds on this award-winning tour—begin your day with a peaceful stroll through the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (3,287)

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

Enjoy the best of both worlds on this award-winning tour—begin your day with a peaceful stroll through the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument,...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (3,287)

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$199

Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City". Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of …More

San Diego, USA

4.7 (2,798)

San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City". Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (2,798)

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$57

• See Hollywood, West Hollywood & Beverly Hills on our Open Air Buses. • Experience The World Famous Hollywood Sign, Famous Landmarks, Celebrity Homes & …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.6 (2,381)

Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour

• See Hollywood, West Hollywood & Beverly Hills on our Open Air Buses. • Experience The World Famous Hollywood Sign, Famous Landmarks, Celebrity Homes &...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (2,381)

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$31

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (2,075)

San Francisco City Lights Cruise

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (2,075)

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$58

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. Follow Highway 1 and enjoy stops at Pigeon Point Lighthouse and in …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (2,042)

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. Follow Highway 1 and enjoy stops at Pigeon Point Lighthouse and in...

11 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (2,042)

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$119

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (2,021)

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of...

6 hours 30 minutes

4.3 (2,021)

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$150

Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes famous landmarks and celebrity homes. Travel between sites on …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.6 (1,770)

Hollywood Open Bus Tours

Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes famous landmarks and celebrity homes. Travel between sites on...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (1,770)

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$39

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (1,116)

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van...

7 to 8 hours

4.7 (1,116)

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$159

Skip the Line: Express Ticket at Universal Studios Hollywood

** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY ** Get the celebrity treatment with this all-access ticket. It includes all-day admission to the park, …More

Anaheim & Buena Park, USA

4.6 (969)

Skip the Line: Express Ticket at Universal Studios Hollywood

** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY ** Get the celebrity treatment with this all-access ticket. It includes all-day admission to the park,...

1 day Free Cancellation

4.6 (969)

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$194

Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.6 (965)

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (965)

from
$116

All Aboard Santa Barbara’s Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services See the American Riviera in 90 minutes Santa Barbara sightseeing at its …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.6 (915)

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

All Aboard Santa Barbara’s Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services See the American Riviera in 90 minutes Santa Barbara sightseeing at its...

1 hour 30 minutes

4.6 (915)

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$37

Frequently Asked Questions

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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:

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

No problem. These California Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup:

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Got any more California trip ideas?

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