Tours & Activities in Santa Monica

If you want to see it all during your visit to Los Angeles, this private and fully customizable 7-hour full day tour is the perfect opportunity.  On the city-side, see Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills.  Then travel west to take in the scenic beauty of Venice Beach, Santa Monica and Malibu.  You're guaranteed a tried and true highly-rated industry professional guide that's fully licensed and passionate about showcasing our amazing cities. *In the tour details listed above, there are few options that best describe timeframes for stops and drive-by introductions. Plus, there are a handful of locations not listed in available "Attractions." Some attractions may not be accessible on certain days of the year. This tour is a solid 7 hours, and we've laid out a guesstimate on stops and travel time. Remember, this is a private tour, so you're also welcome to fully customize your time.

Experience surfing on land and snowboard at the beach. This is an unforgettable, one of a kind activity that will be sure to make memories that will last a lifetime.

Make your Wine Country and Shopping Private Day Trip, easy, and pleasant by making an affordable reservation that will fit your travel needs and budget. This is a Private Day Trip catered to your own needs, you dont have to rely on other travelers times and needs. Our first stop will at iconic Lake Elsinore Outlet Mall. An outdoor mall where you can buy major brands retail at a discounted price. We expect to stop here for about 90 minutes, so you have the time to do your shopping. And don’t worry about your items; because this is a Private Day trip, you can leave your bags in the vehicle through your trip. After enjoying shopping at Lake Elsinore Outlet Mall, we will continue our trip to Temecula Wine Country. Here, you can choose to stay at one winery, and or visit several ones (it time allows) for wine tasting. After your wine tasting is concluded, we head out to the famous Old Town Temecula (Front Street). Here you can enjoy the scenery of an old town, shopping, and dine.

Discover the picturesque Malibu shoreline with its remote areas in a vintage VW camper van. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the cliffs, relax on one of the beautiful sandy beaches and get a great surfing experience with a professional surf instructor.

We will learn the basics of great picture taking in an environment w/ lots of great picture taking opportunities.

During this beautiful bike ride, you get the opportunity to absorb the Pacific Ocean's beauty all throughout the tour. As soon as we reach our destination in Hermosa, you and your group will get a chance to stop for a bite or drink and enjoy the beach side restaurants and stores.

Explore the natural side of LA. This megacity is not just freeways, traffic jams, and pollution. The surrounding nature of LA will surprise you and the stunning 360 view of the ocean, coastline, LA basin , Channel Islands, Catalina and the San Gabriel / Bernardino Mountains capped with snow in the winter, is the best welcome gift from the city ! Pickup from Marina Del Rey, Venice and Santa Monica area; we will hike a four mile loop in the Santa Monica Mountains—a coastal mountain range bordering Los Angeles, Malibu, and Ventura county. We will even see a couple of redwood sequoias during the hike. I have a University degree in Geology and I have been guiding tours of National and State Parks for over 30 years. On the hike, I will share super interesting facts about the geography and geology of Los Angeles and California.

Our Full-Day Grand Tour of LA will transport your private party (up to 12) to some of LA's most popular attractions - Downtown's Disney Hall and Cathedral, Universal CityWalk, breathtaking views from the Griffith Observatory grounds and the world-famous Hollywood sign. After snapping some picture infront of the Hollywood sign, we'll head to the luxurious Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills area, and The Grove, LA's oldest Farmer's Market. We'll finish off your Grand Tour of LA with a drive to the beautiful harbors of Marina Del Rey and wrap up the day at the hugely popular Santa Monica Pier.

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will enjoy a holiday brunch buffet freshly prepared by our chef, full bar service, and City Cruises’ distinctive hospitality. While onboard, experience exceptional views of Southern California’s world-famous beaches and pristine harbor views, live entertainment, and festive décor. Our team will happily take care of the details, leaving you to celebrate the holidays on the Marina Del Rey Harbor with your friends and family. Happy Holidays!

 Make your transfer between Los Angeles/Hollywood general area to San Diego, CA., and selected cities and Landmarks, easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation.  Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party flight departures or arrivals and your own schedule.  Your personal chauffeur will pick you and your party on a private clean vehicle, non-stop and non-shared transfer. We pick-up and drop-off right at your airport/cruise terminal, hotel, private accommodation or landmark curbside. No hassle of taking a shuttle to a secondary pickup or drop-off location.

Kapowui, was awarded best surf school in Venice beach for the last 5 years in a row. Kapowui is a family run business and and an icon of southern California. We live, eat, and dream surfing and teach surfing because we want to share our love and stoke for the sport. This is a life choice for us and what gives our lives meaning. All of Kapowui's instructors are imbued with the Aloha spirit, live within blocks of the beach (4 of them live in surf vans), surf every day and have many years teaching experience. When we are doing a lesson with you, we are 100% focused and in the moment with you. At Kapowui we truly care about your experience. Whether surfing is a one time bucket list item or a new sport you want to pick up, we will have you up riding waves, 100% guaranteed! Additionally you will be immersed in the surf culture, giving you the opportunity to feel the true surfer vibe, while learning a skill you can use forever. ​

Lose yourself in Malibu's mystique as we show you celebrity homes, historic sites, filming locations & more on this fully narrated tour. Our expert guides will fill you in on all of Malibu's secrets while you cruise the coast in our open air vans. Highlights include Malibu's beautiful coastline, celebrity homes, the history of the area, as well as multiple chances to sample the culinary treats on offer. The tour has multiple stops including the Malibu sign for a quick pic, get your feet sandy iconic Malibu beaches and time to take in beautiful Point Dume. The last stop is the longest where you'll have a chance to snap pics of the Malibu pier, walk the grounds of the Adamson House and/or do some local shopping with our friends (and celebrities) at Malibu Country Mart. Malibu & Santa Monica Filming Locations Baywatch Two and a Half Men Beverly Hills 90210 Gidget Keeping Up with the Kardashians Point Break Taken Planet of the Apes And More

WHO WE ARE? Old Plank is a boutique luxury sailing charter & aquatic expedition company with gourmet 5 star cuisine. Founded by Captain Matthew Mancini, we live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun. WHAT DO WE DO? We take our guests out into a safe sailing environment on the Santa Monica Bay or beyond, where they have the opportunity to experience first-hand the joy of sailing, the rhythm of the ocean and unique pairings of gourmet foods and wines in the sweet briny sea air. We catch sunrises, bake in the mid-day sunshine and relax as the sunsets and the moon rises under starry skies. We play with seals, dolphins, and whales and when appropriate catch fresh seafood to enjoy al-fresco. We are living the Mediterranean dream in Southern California and sharing the experience with valued guests who leave the experience as family OUR MISSION Our mission is to bring the Mediterranean lifestyle to Southern California’s ideal year round climate.

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 6! 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.

Experience the excitement of surfing with one of the top rated surf schools in Los Angeles! With our private surf classes you will get the best quality surfing lesson. All our lead instructors are certified and have years of experience teaching worldwide. The lessons are held in the remote part of Venice Beach - one of the most reknown and iconic Californian beaches. Our private classes are great for students of all levels. If it's your first time surfing or you just recently started, our instructors will provide you with the detailed land lesson and make sure that you are confortable with the surfboard before taking you in the water. If you are already experienced and are looking to advance your skills, you can go straight to the line up wth the instructor coaching and supervising you throughout the entire lesson. Quality and your safety are our top priorities. We guarantee you the best surfing experience possible!

Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take in the ocean breezes, visit the historic Venice Canals, ride through Marina del Rey, take pictures with the Art Walls, and explore Muscle Beach. The sunny California weather makes this tour a fun and beautiful experience for culture enthusiasts and history buffs. Our guides will provide you with fun facts, surprising secrets, and photo opportunities while you soak in the beauty of Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Upgrade your tour to an electric bike for an easier ride! This guided tour takes about 3 hours and is perfect for families, friend groups, couples, and solo riders! Get the local feel while you learn on this relaxed ride! Attachments like tag-a-longs and trailers are not permitted on this tour.

Enjoy wine and charcuterie board with a selection of meat, cheeses and fruit while cruising in a fully electric Duffy boat. Start from the dock where the boat is parked and make your way towards the main channel of beautiful Marina del Rey - a charming coastal community with yachts, beaches and cycle paths. Keep your eyes peeled for sea lions and a variety of birds as you explore the surrounding. Get a closer look at the boat houses and luxury yachts parked along the way. This experience is a perfect way to relax with a glass of wine while enjoying a peaceful water realm and connecting with nature. Our Duffy boat tour is committed to sustainable practices, such as using electric-powered boats and minimizing waste.

The Santa Monica donut tour is our first foray into sunny Southern California. This tour celebrates all things donuts, sunshine, and beachfront fun. Our tour begins at a California institution, Randy’s Donuts. You may know Randy’s from their many appearances across TV, movies, and music videos, specifically for their iconic giant donut. After we’ve tried some of their amazing classics, we’ll move on to our next location, Sidecar Doughnuts. If you are looking for amazing, artisanal donuts - you’ve come to the right place. Our third location is a slightly unexpected stop, but still quintessentially California for churros. And our last stop may change based on the group or the weather, so we won’t ruin the surprise, but the two options we’ve picked out are both equally fantastic.

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! Hotel pick-up and drop-off available for select tour options. We have private tour options as well!

Hotel pickup and drop-off from over 70 hotels in the Anaheim Resort Area and 150 hotels in the Los Angeles area. This is a fun and fantastic experience of the area’s most iconic sights and landmarks. This guided tour is perfect for families, couples and all ages! We have four 35-45 minute stops and 1-hour for lunch. On our tour you’ll experience the following: Santa Monica and the world famous Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, the famous canals and skate park, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr., the Beverly Hills sign, The iconic Farmer's Market at the Grove (serving a variety a great dishes), The Griffith Park observatory - where you have a perfect photo opportunity of the Hollywood Sign! The Hollywood walk of fame where you find your favorite celebrities' stars, the Grauman's Theatre (find famous hand and footprints), The Kodak Theatre (where the Oscars are held), the Sunset Strip, and much more whilst being entertained by fun, friendly, informative and hilarious guides!

This 7 and a half hour private tour is a fantastic way to spend the day exploring Los Angeles, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and Hollywood. Your tour guide will narrate your day-long trip so you can pick up some facts and impress your friends and family members with your knowledge of the LA area. You’ll get to spend up to 45 minutes at every stop, so you can have a hands-on experience. This tour offers free hotel pickup and drop-off within the Los Angeles area. With over 3,500 5-Star reviews on TripAdvisor, Yelp and Google – you simply can’t go wrong!

Take a private boat tour in a Luxury E-boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery while you coast with friends for a special occasion. This tour is perfect for for a special event with a group or with a special someone. What better way to spend some relaxation time while sipping on wine with a delicious charcuterie board to snack on. Our Duffy boat tour is committed to sustainable practices, such as using electric-powered boats and minimizing waste.

Most surf schools will get you to stand up your first time surfing. They all say so. And for your typical surf instructor, it’s easy to get someone on their feet. Here at our Surf School, we teach you how to actually read & ride a wave, starting from your very first lesson. Reading waves and knowing where to be are the most crucial aspects of surfing. Fostering the knowledge of the ocean is how you truly develop the ability to become a real surfer. That being said, if surfing is something you want to kick off the bucket list or to do on vacation with friends or family, no one on our team has taught this sport for less than 5 years. Our focus is getting you to surf not just anywhere on the wave, but on the best, most fun part of the wave. We are 100% the only surf school that custom-makes their boards (made in California) specifically for optimal learning as a beginner or intermediate. We have the warmest, cared for wetsuits, and we're all American Red Cross certified!

We will offer you a truly local experience, with a personalized tour given by a local guide. You will have a nice ride through the beaches and streets of the famous Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas. You will enjoy fresh ocean breezes and laid back riding with a local guide. We will take 2 people per Rickshaw.

We are a surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent surfing experience, whether it's your first time trying surfing or you are trying to advance your skills. For the first 30–40 minutes, we will be training on the beach, and then it’s one hour with the instructors in the ocean. The remaining time is yours to practice your skills and have fun with the surfboards that we provide. We’ll be giving lessons on Venice Beach, one of the most famous beaches in California. You’ll be able to not only enjoy the ocean and get surfing experience, but also explore the unique spirit of the eccentric cultural hub of Venice Beach.

Experience an unparalleled natural guided tour in Malibu. Our luxury private tour begins with our convenient pick-up and drop-off services from any location in Los Angeles to meet your needs. Step into our spacious, air-conditioned luxury vehicle, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime! Our tour is divided into two unforgettable parts. Part 1: Coastal Adventure. Marvel at the stunning views of the Pacific Coast Highway as we cruise along the Pacific Ocean, with a special stop for a photo at the iconic Malibu Sign. Part 2: Canyons, Mountains, and Waterfalls. As we journey further north to Malibu, soak in mansion views and breathtaking vistas as we enter the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains. Upon arrival, we’ll begin our hike with a tranquil canyon descent along a meandering stream, leading to the tallest waterfall in Malibu, standing at an impressive 150 feet. Stream crossings are required, so be ready for an exciting adventure – just show up and let the fun begin!

Let us do the work by joining our Santa Monica and Venice Bike Tour, letting you relax and enjoy the quintessential L.A. pastime, cycling the area on a Beach Cruiser. That way you can experience the famous boardwalk and canals, go to some hidden spots that only locals like us know of and learn about the history of the famous neighborhoods you’re passing through. We’ll have your bicycles ready when you arrive for the Santa Monica and Venice Bike tour, then we’ll head down to the beach. The tour passes by famous Santa Monica Pier, before stopping at Muscle Beach. Then we cycle to the beautiful canals. There’s a stop on hip Abbot Kinney Boulevard for juice or coffee, before we head up Main St. Our final stop is Santa Monica City Hall and Tongva Park. * Tour starts 10am daily * Bicycle hire included in price * Children under 5 y.o. can go in a child’s seat (at own expense)

Some weekends may be higher priced during summer. Please do not make a booking inquiry without the ability to follow through. We have booking requests for each weekend and would appreciate realistic requests only. We only take Private Charters and can have a maximum of 15 passengers. Guests must understand there are inherent safety risks in sailing, and upon boarding the boat release all liability for the day on-board, and guests agree to sign a liability waiver. As the sun sets on the city, we'll have fun cruising the harbor at Marina del Rey and the beautiful coastline of Los Angeles. We'll see birds, sea lions, seals, and if we're lucky, some dolphins. We do have the morning day/cruising experience... We'll explore the harbor at Marina del Rey and travel up and down the coastline of Venice, and Santa Monica, and can see the Malibu coast. Get ready to see the Santa Monica pier as the sun sets on these LA gems.

Our private, 6-hour, Hollywood Tour of LA will transport your private party (up to 12) to some of LA's most popular attractions - Downtown's Disney Hall and Cathedral, Universal CityWalk, breathtaking views from the Griffith Observatory grounds and the world famous Hollywood sign, Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills area, and The Grove and LA's oldest Farmer's Market.

Imagine strolling along the iconic Third Street Promenade and Ocean Avenue guided by a knowledgeable and charismatic host who seamlessly weaves together fascinating tidbits about Santa Monica's rich history and the artistry behind crafting the perfect taco. From savory carne asada to zesty fish tacos, every mouthful is a journey unto itself. Against the backdrop of twinkling lights and the gentle lapping of waves, you'll sample the freshest tacos yet, accompanied by your choice of two libations to toast to the magic of the moment. With each sip of margarita, wine, or beer, you'll find yourself immersed deeper in the vibrant tapestry of Santa Monica's culinary and cultural landscape. Your guide will share stories, history and fun taco facts you'll be sure to remember when recalling this amazing Taco Tour Santa Monica Adventure.