City Tours in California

Wander through the heart of San Francisco on this 3 hour walking tour of the Castro and Mission neighborhoods. Starting in the Castro, a local guide will lead you through such historic places as Harvey Milk Plaza and the nation's first LGBT museum. After stopping for lunch you'll continue on to ever-popular Dolores Park, 18th Street's food corridor and the Mission's famous street art. Throughout the tour you'll see the underground and counter-cultural forces that have shaped San Francisco's history and continue to impact it today. What better way to get to know the city than by walking through it, all with the help of a local, informative guide?

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this 2-hour sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

Experience San Diego's scenic highlights and historic landmarks on a full-day tour of the 'America's finest city'. Listen to the legends behind San Diego's most important sites as you skirt the bay to Coronado Island, explore the Embarcadero then follow lush roads into Balboa Park's elegant gardens and museums. Pause to find lunch in a Gaslamp Quarter restaurant, take in La Jolla's world-class shopping district and sweeping coastline and finish your day in the heart of downtown San Diego.

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this "painted ladies" tour by vintage Volkswagen bus decorated with long gorgeous eyelashes so you can't miss your tour vehicle. You'll pass by neighborhoods like Chinatown, Union Square, Pacific Heights, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Marina, and the Castro, plus see the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, and more.

Discover Palm Springs on a 2.5-hour bus tour of the place that was once known as 'Hollywood's Playground.' Your guide provides commentary on stars that have lived in this exclusive California destination; including luminaries like Marilyn Monroe, Nat King Cole, and Elvis Presley. You'll also learn about the desert, the architecture and history of the region, and the Native American heritage. Top it off with a stop for a date milkshake at the popular Windmill Market.

Tour one of San Francisco's many beautiful beaches with a highly skilled interpreter.

Make your visit to the Los Angeles Getty Center an exciting, 3-hour scavenger hunt as you take in the museum's remarkable art, architecture and gardens. Use your smart phone to follow a series of clues through the Getty's galleries, solve puzzles with your team of 2-5 people and tackle fun locally-themed challenges as a group. Earn points to compete with other teams that have completed the course, and enjoy a fun approach to the Getty's world-class art as part of a unique, self-guided adventure.  

Explore San Francisco like a VIP on this private sightseeing tour by luxury vehicle. Sit back, relax and admire the landscape of the famously hilly City by the Bay while a chauffeur drives you to top attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39, Twin Peaks and more. Pickup is available anywhere within San Francisco. Select your vehicle preference when booking, depending on the size of your private group.

See Los Angeles in style with a 5-hour private tour in a spacious vehicle. Watch for celebrities as you cruise the Walk of Fame past the iconic Chinese Theater, and navigate the roads of Beverly Hills as you spot the stars' sprawling mansions. Continue along Rodeo Drive and the vibrant Sunset Strip, then hit downtown to see the city's most famous sports centers, concert halls and museums. Finish your trip at the Pacific Ocean, where you'll take in Venice Beach, the Santa Monica Pier and miles of perfect, palm-lined beaches.

Take a star-studded sightseeing trip through Los Angeles during this 3.5-hour excursion. Discover the rich history of downtown Los Angeles and unique cultural amenities like the Frank Gehry-designed Walt Disney Concert Hall. Then rub shoulders with the stars during a visit to Hollywood, stopping by the TCL Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Finish the day in upscale Beverly Hills and Bel Air, where you'll see some of the homes of L.A.'s top celebrities. A guide and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.

Get the true celebrity treatment in L.A. during this 8-hour, fully-customizable, private sightseeing tour. Ever wanted to explore L.A. on your own terms, but skip the driving? You call the shots on this flexible excursion, sampling top attractions like Hollywood Boulevard, the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, the famous Chinese Theatre and much more. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle from select Los Angeles hotels, along with bottled water and beverages, are all included.

Experience San Diego's scenic highlights and hidden gems on a private, 3-hour sightseeing tour with an experienced guide. Customize the itinerary to your interests, then explore the city in the comfort of a luxurious, VW Eurovan that seats up to six people. Visit Balboa Park's botanical garden and the historic lighthouse at Cabrillo National Monument, and enjoy a beachside stroll at Ocean Beach. Take in the bustling downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter, stop by the glamorous Del Coronado Hotel then see the birthplace of California in Old Town San Diego.

Make your visit to San Francisco easy with this private sightseeing tour that includes round-trip transport in a luxury vehicle of your choice and bridge tolls. See some of the city's most famous and memorable areas as this tour takes away the stress of maneuvering through the streets and parking in congested areas. Walk down Pier 39, stop for a cannoli in North Beach, see historic cable cars at the San Francisco Cable Car Museum, and take photos of the windmills in Golden Gate Park. Whatever you choose to do, it's up to you when and where to stop.

Step aboard a vintage Volkswagen bus for a San Francisco city tour. Travel down streets a typical tour bus can't access while your guide fills you in on the history of the City by the Bay, from the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley. Get views of landmarks such as Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz as you travel through 14 distinct city districts.

Scope out celebrity estates and bask in the unparalleled luxury of Beverly Hills on this exclusive private tour for your small group. Your guide offers the flexibility to stop along the way as you view Bel Air mansions, cruise Sunset Strip, and photograph the Hollywood sign. This is an ideal tour for those with limited time and large itineraries.

Discover the best of Los Angeles during this 7-hour highlights trip covering Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Skip the hassles of driving in traffic as your expert guide helps you sample all that LA has to offer. First head to the beach to explore Santa Monica Pier and counterculture vibes of Venice. Then spend the afternoon discovering iconic Hollywood sights like the Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre. Finish the day amidst the designer boutiques and celebrities of Beverly Hills. A guide, snacks and air-conditioned minivan transport are included.

Few neighborhoods in San Francisco are as resilient to change as Chinatown. Enter the side streets and alleyways and step back in time. On this walking tour, you'll trace the frontier-era footpaths that make this Chinatown experience (with optional lunch) so memorable. From laundry hanging out to dry to low-key eateries serving the finest dim sum, the neighborhood is a great place to see how San Francisco's multi-generational Chinese lead their daily lives.

Being a tourist can be exhausting. Throw in some of San Francisco's infamous hills, constant consultation of guide books and the lure of tourist traps, and you might want to return to your lodgings in haste. However, this San Francisco sightseeing experience includes a hotel pickup and a coach tour that allows the city to unfold before you from atop your air-conditioned perch. It's a great way to keep your eyes on the real jewels of the city by the bay.

Sometimes a luxury motor coach is the perfect way to see a city, especially when that city is loaded with massive hills, sweeping vistas and countless sights. On this tour, a guide transports you in style to all the so-called greatest hits of San Francisco: Chinatown, North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Union Square and North Beach among so many others. If you want to stop for photos in Golden Gate Park or atop Twin Peaks, that's covered too.

Experience Los Angeles in style and sophistication on a private 7-hour tour, ideal for travelers seeking a personalized experience. During this custom tour, you'll tick off iconic LA sights such as Venice Beach, the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Beach and Pier, Sunset Strip, and many more. Amend your itinerary according to your preferences and stop for as long or as little as you like at iconic Los Angeles landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.