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SoCal Tours & Experiences
Skip-the-line tickets, harbor cruises, theme-park transfers, and family-friendly day tours across Southern California — all bookable in a few taps.
Curated by Simir Shah
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San Diego
Harbor cruises, whale watching, zoo & SeaWorld add-ons, and bay adventures.
Free cancellationSan Diego Harbor Cruise
★ 4.5(3,258)· 2 hrs
from $37Book →
Free cancellationSan Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise
★ 4.1(1,316)· 3 hrs
from $126Book →
Free cancellationCity Cruises San Diego: Scenic 90-Minute Narrated Harbor Tour
★ 4.5(554)· 1.5 hr
from $36Book →
Free cancellationSan Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
★ 4.6(1,734)· 2 hrs
from $71Book →
Free cancellationSan Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour
★ 4.7(2,783)· 2 hrs
from $57Book →
Free cancellationSan Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch
★ 4.6(332)· 3 hrs
from $34Book →
Disneyland & Anaheim
Park transfers, skip-the-line help, and nearby family experiences.
Free cancellationFull-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
★ 4.9(6,555)· 7.5 hrs
from $99Book →
Free cancellationUniversal Studios Hollywood General Admission Ticket, California
★ 4.0(1,649)· 24 hrs
from $110Book →
Free cancellationSkip the Line: Express Ticket at Universal Studios Hollywood
★ 4.5(1,204)· 24 hrs
from $194Book →
Free cancellationAnaheim to LA: Hollywood, Beaches & Famous Film Sites tour
★ 4.8(907)· 9 hrs
from $92Book →
Free cancellationLos Angeles: Private Transfer to/from Los Angeles LAX Airport
★ 4.3(36)· 20 min
from $36Book →
Free cancellationFull Day Iconic Sights Tour of Los Angeles from Anaheim: 6 Stops
★ 5.0(4)· 9 hrs
from $109Book →
Los Angeles
Studio tours, celebrity-home drives, and the LA classics.
Free cancellationWarner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
★ 4.6(5,585)· 2 hrs
from $79Book →
Free cancellationLos Angeles Bubble Planet Immersive Interactive Experience
★ 3.8(15)· 1 hr
from $32Book →
Free cancellationGuided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
★ 4.6(542)· 2 hrs
from $38Book →
Free cancellationFull-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
★ 4.9(6,555)· 7.5 hrs
from $99Book →
Free cancellationHollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus
★ 4.8(3,120)· 2 hrs
from $39Book →
Free cancellationYellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon
★ 4.4(600)· 45 min
from $57Book →
Palm Springs
Aerial tramway, desert jeep tours, and windmill adventures.
Free cancellationProfessional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree
★ 4.9(167)· 2 hrs
from $200Book →
Free cancellationPalm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket
★ 4.4(2,158)· 1 hr
from $34Book →
Free cancellationExplore Palm Springs Celebrity Homes in Style
★ 4.8(301)· 1.8 hr
from $145Book →
Free cancellationLos Angeles: Private Transfer to/from Los Angeles LAX Airport
★ 4.3(36)· 20 min
from $36Book →
Free cancellationJoshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
★ 4.8(464)· 3 hrs
from $179Book →
Free cancellationJoshua Tree National Park Private Sightseeing & Hiking Tour
★ 4.9(74)· 4 hrs
from $275Book →
Catalina Island
Ferry packages, glass-bottom boats, zip lines, and island tours.
Free cancellationYellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon
★ 4.4(600)· 45 min
from $57Book →
Free cancellationParasailing in Catalina Island: Soar Above The Stunning Coastline
★ 4.9(48)· 1 hr
from $59Book →
Catalina Island Zip Line Eco Tour
★ 4.9(368)· 2 hrs
from $156Book →
Free cancellationCatalina Island 2-Hour Inside Adventure Tour
★ 4.3(479)· 2 hrs
from $100Book →
Free cancellationCatalina Island Parasailing Adventure
★ 5.0(2)· 1 hr
from $95Book →
Free cancellationCatalina Food Tour
★ 4.9(491)· 2.5 hrs
from $176Book →
Santa Barbara
Whale watching, harbor cruises, and wine-country day tours.
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
★ 4.6(888)· 1.5 hr
from $37Book →
Free cancellationDiscover Santa Barbara Yacht Experience
★ 4.6(42)· 1.5 hr
from $45Book →
Free cancellationTaco Tour Santa Barbara | Food Tour
★ 4.9(252)· 2.5 hrs
from $159Book →
Free cancellationSanta Barbara Electric Bike Tour
★ 5.0(590)· 2.5 hrs
from $85Book →
Free cancellationSunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
★ 4.9(77)· 2 hrs
from $89Book →
Free cancellationMake your own Chocolate Bars & Chocolate Box
★ 4.6(48)· 1.5 hr
from $65Book →
Big Bear
Lake tours, zip lines, and mountain adventures.
Free cancellationZipline Tour - 9 high-speed ziplines & fun suspension bridge
★ 4.7(81)· 2 hrs
from $179Book →
Free cancellationBig Bear Jeep off-road tour with Hike to Bluff Lake Reserve
★ 5.0(47)· 2 hrs
from $75Book →
Free cancellationBig Bear Lake Jeep Tour with Light Lunch
★ 4.9(53)· 2 hrs
from $111Book →
Free cancellationFamily-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley
★ 5.0(58)· 1.5 hr
from $37Book →
Free cancellationA Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience
★ 5.0(26)· 3 hrs
from $82Book →
Free cancellationBig Bear Lake Snow Play Adventure
★ 5.0(13)· 1.5 hr
from $42Book →
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