Things to do on New Year's Eve in California (Updated 2026)

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San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise aboard one of San Diego's finest dining vessels. Spend the evening in luxury as you dine on a gourmet dinner , …More

Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise aboard one of San Diego's finest dining vessels. Spend the evening in luxury as you dine on a gourmet dinner ,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$126
Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: Single Kayaks

Our beautiful Napa River History Tour provides you with an intimate view of the little known and rich history of the Napa Valley. Traveling with …More

Our beautiful Napa River History Tour provides you with an intimate view of the little known and rich history of the Napa Valley. Traveling with...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina sailboat …More

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Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina sailboat...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$127
Catalina Island Bison Expedition

Head out for an exciting expedition through favorite grazing grounds of Catalina’s American Bison, which are descendants of a small herd that was left on …More

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Head out for an exciting expedition through favorite grazing grounds of Catalina’s American Bison, which are descendants of a small herd that was left on...

2 hours
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$110
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

Experience the cinematic side to San Francisco on an interactive, family-friendly tour that includes clips from more than 55 movies and TV shows filmed in the picturesque city. …More

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Experience the cinematic side to San Francisco on an interactive, family-friendly tour that includes clips from more than 55 movies and TV shows filmed in the picturesque city....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$67
Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

A post office that doesn’t deliver? A house that used to be a boat? A bird park without any birds? It’s all part of the …More

A post office that doesn’t deliver? A house that used to be a boat? A bird park without any birds? It’s all part of the...

50 minutes
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$31
Carlsbad Food Tour

This Carlsbad village tour features 5 mouth-watering food samplings at unique eateries with insightful historical, architectural and cultural presentations! Enjoy Carlsbad's specialty foods, including Strawberry …More

This Carlsbad village tour features 5 mouth-watering food samplings at unique eateries with insightful historical, architectural and cultural presentations! Enjoy Carlsbad's specialty foods, including Strawberry...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$94
Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching with Underwater Viewing

Gather the family, kids, and friends to join Dana Point's highest-rated whale watching activity, featuring exclusive Underwater Viewing Pods.  For over 25 years we have …More

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Gather the family, kids, and friends to join Dana Point's highest-rated whale watching activity, featuring exclusive Underwater Viewing Pods.  For over 25 years we have...

2 hours 30 minutes
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$106
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

We'd love for you to come have a blast with us on one of our electric bike tours! As the first tour provider to lead …More

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We'd love for you to come have a blast with us on one of our electric bike tours! As the first tour provider to lead...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

Cruisin' the Castro Walking tours celebrates 34 years of Pride and as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company! This prestigious award recognizes …More

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Cruisin' the Castro Walking tours celebrates 34 years of Pride and as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company! This prestigious award recognizes...

2 hours
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$40
Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

Embark on an enchanting journey through Joshua Tree & Palm Springs with this pair of self-guided driving tours. Cruise through the open desert in Joshua …More

Embark on an enchanting journey through Joshua Tree & Palm Springs with this pair of self-guided driving tours. Cruise through the open desert in Joshua...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$21
Scenic Snowshoe Adventure in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Widely considered Lake Tahoe's top attraction, Tahoe Outdoor Adventures is your ultimate adventure guide service! Explore off-the-beaten-path areas, away from the usual tourist spots. Our …More

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Widely considered Lake Tahoe's top attraction, Tahoe Outdoor Adventures is your ultimate adventure guide service! Explore off-the-beaten-path areas, away from the usual tourist spots. Our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (200)
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$110
Hollywood Sign Express 90-Minute Walking Tour

Check off your bucket list with The Hollywood Sign Express Walking Tour from Bikes and Hikes LA Tours, a 90-minute, flat walk taking you directly …More

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Check off your bucket list with The Hollywood Sign Express Walking Tour from Bikes and Hikes LA Tours, a 90-minute, flat walk taking you directly...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting …More

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Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Clear Kayak Tour of Lake Tahoe (from Incline Village)

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear …More

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Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear...

2 hours 30 minutes
4.9 (158)
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$191
Carmel-by-the-Sea and 17-Mile Dr 3-3.5 Hour Electric Bike Tour

Experience world-famous 17-Mile Drive and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea in one spectacular eBike adventure! ADVANCED, CONFIDENT CYCLISTS ONLY. Riders must be comfortable riding alongside traffic and controlling …More

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Experience world-famous 17-Mile Drive and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea in one spectacular eBike adventure! ADVANCED, CONFIDENT CYCLISTS ONLY. Riders must be comfortable riding alongside traffic and controlling...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
Gondola Cruise through the Coronado Cays

The Gondola Company is your Passport to Italy. Indulge in all the magic and tradition of Venice right here in San Diego as you gently …More

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The Gondola Company is your Passport to Italy. Indulge in all the magic and tradition of Venice right here in San Diego as you gently...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
2hr. INTERACTIVE Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and …More

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This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (107)
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$149
Los Angeles Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from West Harbor

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the Pacific Ocean to spot migrating Whales. Along the way, we’ll also search for Dolphins, Sea Lions, and other …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey into the Pacific Ocean to spot migrating Whales. Along the way, we’ll also search for Dolphins, Sea Lions, and other...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (173)
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$48
Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including …More

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including...

15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (3,288)
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$199
Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey …More

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey...

15 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (735)
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$209
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