Top Things to do in California
10 City Tours in California That You Shouldn't Miss
California is a fertile, peaceful place where you’ll find a near-equal balance of vineyards and deserts, beaches and mountains, hippies and traditionalists. Catch an epic wave in Big Sur or swirl a glass in Napa Valley. Be dazzled by the Joshua Tree night sky or just star-gaze in Hollywood. Swish down the slopes of a Tahoe ski resort, or cruise across the Golden Gate Bridge with the top down and the music blasting. Above all, don’t forget to soak up some Golden State sunshine.
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1. San Diego Early Bird Segway Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
You will surely enjoy this fun ride, as it is an excellent and creative way to see our city and our dynamic downtown. On this fantastic hour long Segway Tour (plus 30 minutes of training), a world of possibilities awaits you. Join us for this fun adventure and tour experience as we teach you how to ride a Segway and discover our wonderful city too.
Inclusions: Narration by professional guide, 30-minute Segway orientation, Use of Segway and safety equipment (helmet), Snacks and beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By comcast_1234
Another side to San Diego to Los Angeles tour. Absolutely the best customer service Ken had everything set up for us and was available to answer my questions. Micah and Darnell really gave us a personalized tour. This is the best tour I have ever been on. Thanks Ken,Darnell and Micah
2. Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 442 reviews
Come Jump on a City Tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 BEST City Highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Pacific Heights/billionaire's row, Golden Gate Park, the Haight/Ashbury, the Castro and The Marina. Also, you get 7 stops for photo ops at landmarks such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies, Palace Of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, The murals in the Mission, Civic Center and Lombard Street ( shhhh ...On occasion you might see us driving down that crooked Lombard Street if traffic permits) FUN FUN FUN!!! Bonus is, you will be transported into one of our VINTAGE VW buses while rocking out to classic hit songs of the 60's-70's ( Pearl, Poppy, Skye and Rosie)
Inclusions: Small group tour, Professional Tour Guide, Snacks, Bottled water, Local Bottled Craft beer and Wine on the afternoon tours, Access to local vintage points where large buses are banned from, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By cda0598
I grew up going on tours in Eureka Springs AR that my dad gave and still gives so I have high expectations. And, this was a great door, so informative, great views of the city, fantastic guide!
3. Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 43 reviews
There are two Chinatowns, one that you see from a van or bus, and the one that can only be experienced on foot in the back alleys, food markets, and local restaurants. One Chinatown, the one from the bus, is interesting. Our Chinatown will surprise you with new adventures around every corner. In our Chinatown, artisans form Fortune Cookies by hand. In our Chinatown, artisans practice their craft in small alleys using techniques handed down for thousands of years. And in our Chinatown, the authentic cuisine will enliven your senses with new flavors, smells, and aromas. We'll explore exotic and unique Asian produce, herbs, and teas from the very people who know them best. We'll uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know. And you'll be astonished by the new finds in secret alcoves. We'll spend about three hours eating everything from Dim Sum, fortune cookies, teas, and more.
Inclusions: Lunch
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Reviewed By LeslieKir
I just finished my second tour with Brian. What an amazing tour. Brian is so knowledgeable and fun! I highly recommend the tour and Brian. You will not be disappointed. Everything was Covid safe. Loved every minute of it! Book today, the tours are filling up fast! Lk
4. Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 42 reviews
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 owned wineries. We work with 25+ wineries so the route varies from day to day. We give you the full wine tasting experience by visiting a mixture of vineyards and small production tasting rooms. *Please provide your email at the time of booking for important tour updates.
Inclusions: Guided shared wine tour, Door-to-door transportation from your accommodations, Tasting fees at 3 wineries, Gourmet picnic lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By CCTA2019
What a great afternoon. Iaon did all the hard work so we could relax and enjoy. Three gorgeous vineyards, umpteen delicious wines. Iaon is very knowledgeable about wine in general, with a keen specialty with Santa Barbara wines. A+ experience.
5. Small Group Electric Bicycle Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 180 reviews
Try something new on your Los Angeles vacation! See places you can’t get to in your car or on a tour bus as you try out a unique and fun activity – riding an electric bicycle with a small-group of 5! While you cruise the canals of Venice and along Santa Monica Beach, you choose if you want to pedal traditionally or use the electric power. It’s a bike tour with a twist that will allow you to see the best of Santa Monica and Venice Beach with a small-group to ensure you get a personable experience and a local taste.
Inclusions: Electric Bicycle Tour, Helmet Rental, Bottled water, PPE-mask
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By vallartafan
What a great adventure we had with Barb. We saw we’re Barbie lived, the old location of another Hurst mansion. Many houses where famous people have stayed with great stories that Bard told. We saw all the homeless camps a long Venice Beach, the murals, canals of Venice and muscle Beach! so much fun stuff right here under your nose that you never would know without barb as your tour guide! The bikes were awesome too!
6. Shared 3 Hours Los Angeles VIP Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 232 reviews
This is not your usual scripted tour. In contrast, it is customized and peppered with discussions about Los Angeles culture and history. By the end of this tour, you will have all the "Must Have" LA pictures, make friends with LA locals, and have a very big smile on your face! During the trip, you will have 3-4 actual stops at the most iconic locations throughout the city, and get the best photo opportunities as well as the stories behind the places by your own local tour guide. We will cruise through the mountains for the BEST outlook points like Mulholland Dr, make a stop at the HOLLYWOOD SIGN (SUPER CLOSE), and jump out at famous Palm Trees' Street . Also, we will enter the American Film Academy, where hundreds of blockbusters (X-Men, Batman, SpiderMan, Rush Hour...) were shot and explore the hidden gems of Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr, AND MORE... Perfect for solo, couples, families, or groups of up to 7people. PickUp 2KM FROM MEETING POINT 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 614sasam
Kay was our tour guide and he was amazing I would totally recommend it to anyone it was perfect seeing that my leg was messed up and I really couldn’t walk
7. San Francisco Love Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 885 reviews
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 Francisco. This tour is packed with with facts and fun about San Francisco!
Inclusions: Professional Driver/guide, Fully narrated tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By N8354BPsteves
Very poor customer service, I appreciate that we're in a Pandemic, but it's now been more than 6 months since our tour and no-one has bothered to contact me, regardless of all the messages I have left. These are not hippies just thieves.
8. Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 1,302 reviews
This 7.5 hour guided tour - by LA-natives - is perfect for families, couples and all ages! Discover the area’s most iconic sights and landmarks including Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr., the Beverly Hills sign, iconic Farmer's Market at the Grove, The Griffith Park Observatory for a perfect selfie of the Hollywood Sign; the Hollywood walk of fame Grauman's Theatre, The Kodak Theatre, Sunset Strip and much more. Entertaining, friendly, informative and hilarious guides! Free hotel pick-up and drop-off is also included!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Bottled water, Free Hotel pickup and drop-off from most hotels near Anaheim, LAX, Marina Del Rey, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, West LA, Hollywood, Culver City, Century City, Uber Voucher (Downtown LA/Nth Hollywood guests only) - to return to their hotel from the last stop
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Parking, No luggage please, personal sized carry-on only.
Reviewed By MsPearl105
This was the highlight of our short 4 day stay in Santa Monica. We definitely enjoyed walking to the Pier and surrounding areas daily, but we wanted to see the highlights of LA as well. Eight people on our party booked this tour and we couldn’t have been more happy that we did! We covered so much ground in a short period of time. Sure, we wanted to hang out on Rodeo Drive a little longer or stroll Hollywood Blvd more, but it’s a way to experience many places in about 8 hours. Alecia was knowledgeable, kind, professional & hilarious!! We enjoyed the other parties on the bus as well. This is a plus since you never know who’s gonna be on a tour with you. We saw our tour “friends” later at dinner and we were very cordial and chatted a bit more. My son was celebrating his 13th birthday (purpose of our Cali visit). When Alecia found out, she led the bus in singing Happy Birthday to him. She always played a song for him before dropping us off at our hotel. Talk about making the tour extra special! She even remembered my brother’s name. Maybe not a big deal to some, but it was to us. Alecia gave detailed and easy to follow directions each time before we explored a new area (where she’d be, how to remember where to meet up, public restrooms &WiFi, what to do if we encountered a celebrity). Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills (Rodeo Drive), Farmer’s Market Griffith Observatory, Hollywood, and more! The bus was very nice! Clean, air conditioned and phone/device charging capabilities!! Thank you, Alecia!!!
9. San Diego Scenic Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 125 reviews
Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island - Balboa Park - Old Town & Downtown. It’s a 4-hour tour of the best scenic stops.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By London44444
Tour confirmed soon after booking and then cancelled last minute. Tried calling and emailing company immediately after booking and then later through Viator to reconfirm booking, but the people who work at this company were MIA. Other companies have the professionalism to contact you before confirming tours. No alternatives given just tough luck
10. The One Day in San Francisco Tour with Alcatraz
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 169 reviews
Includes 9 locations, 5 photo stops, a lunch break in Sausalito, a walk around Muir Woods and the Official Alcatraz tour in the afternoon. Learn the culture and history of San Francisco along with great restaurant recommendations! 8:30AM – Depart Fisherman’s Wharf 8:30AM -11:00AM – Explore San Francisco’s BEST neighborhoods! During this time, you are treated to entertaining stories about the neighborhoods and several photo stoops. 11:00AM - 11:30AM – Snack break in Sausalito Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town. 12:00PM - 1:15PM – Explore Muir Woods After a ride, you will have 75 minutes to walk amongst some of the last remaining coastal redwoods in the world! 2:30PM – Depart for the Official Alcatraz Tour, Pier 33 Your guide will drop you off at the Alcatraz terminal in time for you to board your cruise to the famous prison
Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Alcatraz Island ticket ($39.90 USD value)
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By cjr5916
Wonderful day tour of some of the best San Fran neighborhoods, the beautiful town of Sausalito and the magical Muir Woods! Our tour guide, Sean was great! Personable and knowledgeable, he even held the attention of our kids and answered all of their questions. Would highly recommend this tour.
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