Things to Do in Long Beach

Join a boat tour in Long Beach with naturalist guides, ensuring a marine adventure filled with insightful encounters and majestic sightings of whales, dolphins, and oher wonders of the ocean.

Cake, banner and number balloons included! Bring your own outside food and drinks aboard and celebrate your special birthday or other occasion with a beautiful private sea life yacht trip in Long Beach. Feel the wind in your hair as your group enjoys the scenery and your picnic food at our outdoor seating. See many beautiful iconic Long Beach sea attractions up close on the way to view the seals and sea lions and sometimes even dolphins in their natural habitat. Play your playlist on our bluetooth sound system. This is a flat rate for a private trip, you have the yacht to yourselves. We provide an 8 inch cake, candle, number balloons and banner for you to decorate your celebration. Your outside food and drinks are also welcome on this private yacht charter for just your group. There will not be any strangers on this trip! Limit of 6 guests in your party.

Dive right into the world's largest ocean

Experience a narrated harbor cruise in Long Beach, with stunning views of the skyline, the Queen Mary, sea lions, and international cargo ships, offering insights into the harbor's rich history.

Cruise Passenger-Friendly – Direct Port Pick-Up at San Pedro If you’re docking at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, our tour is the ideal shore excursion. We offer direct pick-up and drop-off at the cruise terminal, allowing you to skip the crowds and dive straight into a luxury sightseeing experience. With onboard multimedia entertainment and secure luggage holding, our tour ensures cruise passengers enjoy the very best of Los Angeles with plenty of time to return to port before departure. It’s a seamless, fun, and efficient way to make the most of your time on land. Tour Highlights Include: • Hollywood Sign (taking photos of the sign from our secret location) • Hollywood Walk of Fame • TCL Chinese Theatre • Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive • Sunset Strip • Downtown Los Angeles • Walt Disney Concert Hall • Angelino Heights Victorian District • LA City Hall & more! Dropping off at LAX or other hotels after the tour are also available.

Explore the City of Angels at your pace with 3 different bus routes

Step aboard the Queen Mary and explore the ship’s elegant decks. Opt to join a tour and discover hidden corridors and ghostly legends with an expert guide, who will take you on a journey through time.

This guided tour begins from our marina in Long Beach and takes you on a ride of the spectacular coast line from Palos Verdes to Huntington Pier. See the coastline of California like you've never seen it before. Loaded with dolphins and other sea life, this is the perfect jetski experience close to shore.

Claim your star with your name written on it in golden letters

Follow in the footsteps of sailors and explore the decks of Battleship USS Iowa, which served the United States proudly in WWII, Korea, and the Cold War.

Exploring Southern California with me isn’t just a tour—it’s an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning scenery, rich culture, and hidden gems only a local can share. As someone who’s traveled the world and developed a deep appreciation for nature and diverse cultures, I bring a global perspective while highlighting the unique charm of California’s beaches, coastal towns, and breathtaking landscapes. My passion for storytelling and connecting with people ensures every moment is engaging, fun, and meaningful. Whether we’re soaking up the sun, spotting dolphins, or strolling through seaside villages, I’ll make sure you leave with lasting memories and a newfound love for this incredible region!

See the Hollywood sign, spot houses of celebrities, and see filming locations!

Enjoy a full-day small-group sightseeing tour of L.A, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach.

The Ultimate Tour of Long Beach and Los Angeles takes you on a grand lap of the big city. The tour begins in Long Beach Airport and it stretches all the way to Santa Monica, Hollywood Sign and Downtown LA. Travel up the coastline of Long Beach and around San Pedro and Palos Verdes. This helicopter tour continues up the coast along the beautiful Los Angeles beaches of Torrance and Redondo Beach. After passing Manhattan Beach and the LAX International Airport the route makes a turn in Santa Monica. From Santa Monica you are flown over the 405 Freeway and the mountain top that houses the beautiful Getty Museum, by UCLA, Beverly Hills and on towards Hollywood. You'll travel by the famous Hollywood sign and Griffith Park Observatory on your way to the Dodgers Stadium and Downtown LA. This is the best way to experience the full scale of Los Angeles from the sky. This all-encompassing route will leave you feeling as though you have been reintroduced to the great city of Los Angeles.

Visit famous neighborhoods and see historic filming locations

Hop aboard the Nautilus, a custom-built yellow semi-submarine, and embark on a tour of a protected marine sanctuary. Marvel at the underwater world and feed the fish right from your seat.

You may bring 1-6 people on this activity. One ticket covers you and your guests, you have the Yacht to yourselves, just your group and the Captain. Enjoy a stunning 1 hr private romantic night cruise and sea life discovery aboard our 42 ft Bertram-Trojan Motor Yacht. Bring your own food and drinks aboard. Consider booking multiple blocks for a longer trip.

Stop at all the best places and attractions in Los Angeles with just one ticket

Discover the beauty of California from the water with this private yacht sea-life cruise. Sail with a Coast Guard licensed captain and cherish the moment with on this 2-hour ocean experience.

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Southern California from the sky on a luxury helicopter experience. The aerial tour takes you over iconic landmarks including Hollywood, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and the stunning Pacific Ocean. Beginning in Long Beach, the 40-minute flight guides you past the vibrant Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, among the world's busiest seaport hubs.

Dive into the incredible world of marine wildlife in Long Beach

Sit back and relax as you explore Los Angeles on a full-day guided tour. Board a comfortable van from your chosen cruise terminal and see city highlights, from Venice Beach to Hollywood Boulevard.

Shoreline Village is located right on the edge of Rainbow Harbor, where you’re guaranteed to roll past a crowd of extravagant commercial and recreational ships before hitting the Pike, one of the most unique waterfront shopping centers in Southern California. After weaving through Pike and its surrounding points of interest, take off along the five-mile long Shoreline Pedestrian Bikeway. This paved bikeway takes you up the coast to Naples, a beautifully unique neighborhood of Long Beach appropriately named after its Italian roots.

Visit as many attractions as you like over 2 to 7 days

Get entry tickets to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Los Angeles. Meet more than 12,000 animals and see over 100 exhibits as you discover otters, penguins, sharks, jellies, turtles, frogs, and more.

Palos Verdes is a secret gem only 40 minutes south of downtown Los Angeles and 20 minutes north of Long Beach. This area is known for its beautiful cliffs to the Pacific Ocean, view of Catalina, natural countryside beauty, and horses. We start with amazing views and photographs at the lighthouse, then retreat to a private estate with a 180 degree view of Los Angeles for sunset, garden tour, and a gourmet dinner. Private transportation can be arranged.

Visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame and see the Hollywood sign

Embark on the ultimate coastal adventure aboard our luxurious Electric Duffy Cruiser. Perfect for a romantic date or a small group, accommodating up to 10-11 people.

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Explore Tinseltown's magic and see Hollywood's top sights

Set sail from San Pedro on a whale-watching adventure. Spot majestic whales in their natural habitat, learn about the local marine ecosystem from the crew, and keep an eye out for playful dolphins.

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Carnival Cruise Terminal ( Long Beach) to Long Beach . Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

See another side to LA, on a two-hour arts and culture tour around Downtown

Pinball Machines are like an amusement under glass with a shiny silver ball bouncing all around. All of our pinball machines are on free play which is an outstanding value & it stimulates your mind.

Be prepared for the experience of a lifetime when you soar above all that Los Angeles has to offer for 60 minutes on a doors-off, glare-free aerial helicopter photography flight. Leaving Long Beach, heading straight to Downtown Long Beach and the the Queen Mary ship. Then, over the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles to the famous Vincent Thomas Bridge, seen in the movie 'Gone in 60 Seconds' with Nicholas Cage. From there you will see the USS Battleship Iowa and head around the magnificent Palos Verdes Peninsula. Then up to the Manhattan Beach Pier, skimming along the waves through LAX and up to the famous Venice Beach. Upon reaching the iconic Santa Monica Pier you will head inland over Beverly Hills, UCLA, and Hollywood before cruising by the timeless Hollywood Sign and Griffith Park Observatory. Then you will head over to the Dodgers Stadium and Downtown LA, marveling at the height of the US Bank building, the tallest on the West Coast, before heading back to Long Beach.

Explore classical music venues and view works by artists like Warhol

Discover the beauty of Long Beach from the water with your own private group three hour private yacht charter. Includes a licensed captain, cherish the trip with loved ones as you discover sea life.

Experience the excitement of piloting a helicopter with personalized, one-on-one instruction. Whether it’s your first time in the air or you’re training toward a private pilot certificate, this is your opportunity to take the controls and fly over the breathtaking Southern California landscape. In order to provide you with an authentic helicopter pilot experience, we have combined a mini simulation course with a hands-on helicopter flight. Our simulation course utilizes the Elite TH100 Helicopter Advanced Aircraft Training Device (AATD), the only simulator in the area, with real life helicopter flight training.

Visit bubbling tar pits and see 202 restored vintage street lamps

Explore Long Beach's luscious Rainbow Lagoon with a Swan Pedal Boat rental. Cruise across the water and enjoy this refreshing outdoor experience.

Experience the stunning Southern California coast from a unique perspective on a 30-minute luxury helicopter tour. Departing from Long Beach, you'll take in the breathtaking views of Orange County’s pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs, and serene coastal landscapes, including Newport Beach, Seal Beach, Dana Point, and Laguna Niguel. Soar above the Pacific Ocean, marveling at exquisite seaside residences, lavish resorts, and world-class golf courses.

See dinosaur exhibits and visit the Space Shuttle Endeavour

Take in spectacular colorful views of the Long Beach cityscape from the water aboard a private yacht cruise just for your group. Bring your own food and drinks, and look out for sea life as you cruise.

Cruise over downtown Long Beach and the historical Queen Mary on this private helicopter tour. You'll then soar over the port of Long Beach and Los Angeles while climbing up to get spectacular views of Catalina and the L.A. Basin.

Ride a bus and enjoy 3 shots at different bars

Fly over Hollywood and the pristine beaches of Malibu, the city of Long Beach, and the Queen Mary on a sightseeing flight tour. Climb aboard a comfortable plane and see Los Angeles from above.

Sunset, dusk and nighttime are three incredible times to see Downtown Los Angeles and its surroundings. Incredible lights and sunsets abound will make your journey one to remember! LA sunsets with the iconic downtown LA skyline are a view that you'll never forget as you may even see the Hollywood sign and a complete panorama of LA on clear sunsets. See the massive US Bank Building, the home of the Lakers, the Disney Concert Hall, LA Live and many other cool sites as you travel it comfort. Be sure to bring your camera!

Visit haunted locations and hear true crime stories

Save on entry to 35+ top attractions over 1 to 7 days. Options include Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Knott's Berry Farm, Madame Tussauds, Big Bus, and more.

We have a digital seamless booking feature that keeps track of flight arrivals and departures. 24 confirmation text message and driver status alerts. We offer comfortable, safe, reliable one-way transportation from curbside at the airport to front entrance at your hotel or straight to the cruise terminal where the porter can take your luggage. We have car seats and booster seats available and dispatch contact you can always get a hold of somebody.