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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Cruise off the coast of Orange County in search of whales on this excursion from Newport Beach. Watch the rugged, beautiful scenery of the Pacific Coast glide by as you listen to interesting commentary from your crew about the native California marine life. Watch for blows and tail slaps; these signals indicate that humpback, minke, grey, finback, or giant blue whales are nearby. Dolphins and other marine life are also in abundance during this family-friendly, year-round whale watching tour.

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

...and 60,000 other creatures!

California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Experience the magic of Hollywood and see where your favorite movies were made during this guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio. Join your guide and a small group to explore back-lot sets and sound stages, see the famous Central Perk cafe from “Friends,” and learn about green-screen technology. For a grand finale, become a part of your favorite DC Universe and Harry Potter movies on recreated sets.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket

Peek behind the scenes at the California Academy of Sciences with VIP tickets to the Thursday NightLife—an adults-only event that proves museums aren’t just for kids. Sip cocktails and nibble hors d'oeuvres at a private reception, then go inside “The Vault” to see glittering gemstones and prehistoric treasures not on view to the general public. You’ll also take a walk on the wild side with express entry to the Osher Rainforest dome and get starry-eyed during a planetarium show.

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Temecula Shared Hot Air Balloon Ride

Temecula Shared Hot Air Balloon Ride

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Beverly Hills

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Almost half of California's Muir Woods National Monument is comprisde of redwoods.

Visit Northern California wine country and Muir Woods for a truly fabulous day out. This popular tour takes you to Muir Woods National Monument, then to multiple wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, with tastings included. Opt to include a gourmet lunch in historic Sonoma (choose option at checkout) and cross the Golden Gate Bridge on the return to San Francisco, with a stop for a photo opportunity.

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

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip

Combine two of San Francisco’s top tours into one Super Saver, which provides a comprehensive look at the Bay Area. Explore San Francisco on a deluxe city tour that takes in major attractions such as Golden Gate Park and Twin Peaks. Then, travel by bus to Muir Woods, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge on the way, and be wowed by the towering redwood trees. Then visit the waterfront town of Sausalito before returning to San Francisco.

San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip

9 hoursFree Cancellation

San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise

San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise

3 hoursFree Cancellation

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

4 hoursFree Cancellation

LEGOLAND® California Theme Park Admission Tickets

LEGOLAND® California Theme Park Admission Tickets

1 to 2 daysFree Cancellation

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Experience Alcatraz from the water while uncovering the stories that made “The Rock” one of America’s most infamous prisons. Rather than simply viewing the island from afar, hear firsthand accounts from former guards and inmates through a smartphone audio guide as you cruise around Alcatraz. Along the way, enjoy views of San Francisco Bay landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, with skip-the-line boarding for a seamless experience.

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Francisco CityPASS®

San Francisco CityPASS®

Full-Day Guided Tour of San Francisco with Alcatraz

Make the most of your limited time in San Francisco, and combine a guided morning bus tour with a visit to Alcatraz. Enjoy a fully narrated sightseeing adventure through iconic neighborhoods such as Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown, and North Beach, with stops at the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Land’s End, and Twin Peaks. Then, skip the ticket line for your official Alcatraz Island ferry and tour, including a self-guided audio experience.

Full-Day Guided Tour of San Francisco with Alcatraz

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USS Midway Museum and aircraft carrier docked in San Diego Bay.

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USS Midway Museum

People relaxing at the multilevel Pier 39 complex with a panoramic bay view in San Francisco.

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Pier 39

Redwoods trail in Muir Woods near San Francisco, California

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Muir Woods

Golden Gate Bridge view from Fort Point at sunrise, San Francisco

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Golden Gate Bridge

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