Title: Things to Do in Central California in 2026 | Expedia.com [Central California Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-California.dx6229632)[Hotels in Central California](https://expedia.com/Central-California-Hotels.d6229632.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Central California](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-California.d6229632.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Central California](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central-California.d6229632.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central California Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central-California.d6229632.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Central California ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Central California Types of activities Where to stay [Central California Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-California.dx6229632) ![Yosemite Valley featuring a waterfall and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063469/ace03d4b-cc47-47a8-8292-dfcfbc8c932b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yosemite Valley featuring a waterfall and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063469/ace03d4b-cc47-47a8-8292-dfcfbc8c932b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Channel Islands National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/7979eb89-463e-4be7-95af-b1da38a6179b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central California showing a coastal town, landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229632/d0710e55-0f9b-471f-ac70-41be57bceed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ventura showing night scenes, signage and outdoor eating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212/e5c63a79-ab63-473e-85ed-43574100c16d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Central California Attractions Explore the best sights in Central California with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6229632&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {61 fun activities in Central California [fun activities in Central California](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6229632&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Central California ### Tours & day trips [See all 261 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249490/828bcf12-0cb6-425c-9852-d5ed6cb7390e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour 15h 9/10 387 verified reviews Free cancellation available $219 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-francisco-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a249490.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219712/3e19b919-dbfc-42ad-802f-16b28315e44b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Coast Highway - Full Day Tour 11h 30m 9/10 234 verified reviews Free cancellation available $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-carmel-pacific-coast-highway-full-day-tour.a219712.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44835729/7af3eabd-bbf0-466a-be19-1b41f7924489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour 3h 9.6/10 264 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-monterey-bay-dolphin-and-whale-watching-boat-tour.a44835729.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/5b1ebb3c-e5d2-44c8-bdd2-b457f2bd52a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour 3h 9.6/10 740 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/304202/2c2a841e-f8e1-4d82-af0a-b0540e720c96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco 13h 30m 8.6/10 283 verified reviews Free cancellation available $219 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yosemite-national-park-full-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a304202.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223089/194ea493-f85e-4071-9dcd-2aedb9f4336f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide 2h 30m 9.8/10 28 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-whale-watching-tour-with-a-marine-guide.a48223089.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1386776/f9ce9c98-63e3-47ba-87d1-9117759b113d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach 2h 9.6/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dune-buggy-utv-or-atv-experience-at-pismo-beach.a1386776.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46014363/c46990a6-d1cd-4b74-a701-8480b7f9216c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours 1h 8.4/10 39 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mist-mayhem-murder-monterey-ghost-tours.a46014363.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Redwood Forest & Santa Cruz Harbor Day Tour from San Francisco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964901/53978861-8541-4bc5-ba4c-591b9c3726d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Redwood Forest & Santa Cruz Harbor Day Tour from San Francisco 12h 30m 8/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $220 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/redwood-forest-santa-cruz-harbor-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964901.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![San Jose: "The Escape Game" Ticket at Valley Fair](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46224953/3d19a926-2e93-493b-933e-2862ab985b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: "The Escape Game" Ticket at Valley Fair 1h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-themed-escape-room-game-adventure.a46224953.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 100 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![4-Hour Private Hidden Hot Springs Tour near Death Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46144833/8d62f882-94b0-45ee-bfd5-b050ec8d6d11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4-Hour Private Hidden Hot Springs Tour near Death Valley 4h 10/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~$175~~$140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4-hour-private-tour-in-hidden-hot-springs-outside-death-valley.a46144833.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46910984/469bc898-7434-4f16-b93e-9811c59952b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California 3h 9/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-private-big-sur-driving-tour-in-california.a46910984.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290752/26ddaed0-df04-47f9-aa41-432a98f8814a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $50 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1220196/4c89313f-e3db-4797-a5eb-f68c641c3ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour 1h 6/10 26 Viator reviews $8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/carmel-by-the-seas-fairytale-houses-a-self-guided-walking-tour.a1220196.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46593425/92f8db64-01a6-4910-8d45-a3218df558f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz 4h Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-private-beach-tour-in-santa-cruz.a46593425.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Vineyard Rides San Luis Obispo Sidecar Wine Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49946916/6be04d28-4d0f-4c62-b803-ab55ec8aefe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vineyard Rides San Luis Obispo Sidecar Wine Adventure 1h Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vineyard-rides-san-luis-obispo-sidecar-wine-adventure.a49946916.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47432867/a44b3fb9-37d2-47a3-aa27-68d5511400c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours 8d Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/california-adventure-bundle-8-self-guided-audio-tours.a47432867.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Yosemite National Park: GPS Audio Driving Tour - Explore at Your Own Pace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45787979/8aca4395-cd82-428c-a491-5d3ecc40d614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yosemite National Park: GPS Audio Driving Tour - Explore at Your Own Pace 365d 9.4/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available $52 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yosemite-national-park-gps-audio-driving-tour-explore-at-your-own-pace.a45787979.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5256008/aba94f8c-95e7-4ca1-b707-f6a88dc70639.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1 16h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $20 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-driving-tour-in-big-sur-pch-highway-1.a5256008.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46531521/42647237-930a-4c0a-91f5-774ac695f2fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill 1h 30m Free cancellation available $9 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/missing-gem-quest-experience-in-morgan-hill.a46531521.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 67 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290752/26ddaed0-df04-47f9-aa41-432a98f8814a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $50 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/silicon-valley-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290752.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/485051/8ce80980-f25c-47fe-b00a-06cff18116c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour 15h 9.2/10 17 verified reviews Free cancellation available $289 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a485051.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1220196/4c89313f-e3db-4797-a5eb-f68c641c3ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carmel-by-the-Sea's Fairytale Houses: A Self-Guided Walking Tour 1h 6/10 26 Viator reviews $8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/carmel-by-the-seas-fairytale-houses-a-self-guided-walking-tour.a1220196.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46601563/db67f977-d3ad-4193-917b-f4b409434f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette 1h 9.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-ghosts-tour.a46601563.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48362066/f95600a9-61f5-4f2a-a4d6-b3977b51bed6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette 1h 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-ghost-tour-the-scythe-sacrifice-silhouette.a48362066.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4966768/d0341447-25b9-432a-9c1e-ef6405740859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour 365d 10/10 8 verified reviews Free cancellation available $17 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sequoia-kings-canyon-national-park-self-guided-driving-tour.a4966768.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey: Cannery Row Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48305708/e3580977-4adf-4424-8c9d-1c6d687ec412.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey: Cannery Row Kayak Tour 2h 10/10 11 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-cannery-row-kayak-tour.a48305708.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![BEST of Monterey Peninsula & Carmel-by-the-Sea Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4964888/23710ae9-a62a-4ed1-8efe-214b53383206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### BEST of Monterey Peninsula & Carmel-by-the-Sea Small Group Tour 10h 6/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available $118 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/carmel-17-mile-drive-monterey-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a4964888.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282404/3276634d-cecd-4cfe-894f-1ba55aef164b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop 2h 15m Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-making-workshop.a50282404.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Mist, Mayhem & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48058769/0825e1b3-adb5-4b4d-9ec3-d31dc5963652.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mist, Mayhem & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours 1h 8.4/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mist-mayhem-murder-monterey-ghost-tours.a48058769.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 51 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![San Jose: "The Escape Game" Ticket at Valley Fair](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46224953/3d19a926-2e93-493b-933e-2862ab985b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### San Jose: "The Escape Game" Ticket at Valley Fair 1h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-themed-escape-room-game-adventure.a46224953.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47761192/5ba393f4-c4cf-45d7-9355-10a0229f2e8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo 1d 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-treasure-hunt-the-ride-ticket-power-up-combo.a47761192.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Paso Robles: The Luxe Wine Trail Tour in a Sidecar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48364655/9ffb2309-7801-4e78-8853-488a48c3154e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paso Robles: The Luxe Wine Trail Tour in a Sidecar 4h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/paso-robles-sidecar-deluxe-wine-tour-with-tastings.a48364655.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48191700/1922bb2b-5aec-4a9f-ae06-90b05d373dfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus. 4h 30m 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/carmel-valley-village-wine-tasting-tours-in-a-1970-vw-bus.a48191700.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Vineyard Rides San Luis Obispo Sidecar Wine Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49946916/6be04d28-4d0f-4c62-b803-ab55ec8aefe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vineyard Rides San Luis Obispo Sidecar Wine Adventure 1h Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vineyard-rides-san-luis-obispo-sidecar-wine-adventure.a49946916.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Private Picnic in Carmel-by-the-Sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49463622/a7093e85-3cb0-4cf9-90ee-15f30e9cd345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Picnic in Carmel-by-the-Sea 3h Free cancellation available $630 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-picnic-in-carmel-by-the-sea.a49463622.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385655/85d9df3a-9db5-4b0c-bbca-f4126aabe86f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Winery Paso Robles Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees 5h 9.4/10 44 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-winery-tour-includes-tastings-lunch-from-paso-atascadero.a1385655.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Old Monterey Walking Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48739376/caf08604-ba6d-4854-b9d2-a26482d1acec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Monterey Walking Food Tour 3h 30m 10/10 14 Viator reviews $164 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/old-monterey-walking-food-tour.a48739376.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388486/bfe74329-f46b-49fa-b5f9-d47cb4f7d4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour 6h 10/10 29 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $200 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-country-tour.a1388486.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635000/c494a346-b750-4238-8803-516f738f633c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch 5h 7/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/paso-robles-wineries-day-trip-with-picnic-lunch.a44635000.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 21 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758083/6f35c3d7-4fcb-467a-9464-1825ae8a7c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise 1h 30m 9.2/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-sunset-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a4758083.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282404/3276634d-cecd-4cfe-894f-1ba55aef164b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop 2h 15m Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-making-workshop.a50282404.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727123/b0039426-a2f4-40df-84b8-4989144625a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz 2h 30m 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/beginner-surfing-lesson-pacifica-or-santa-cruz.a4727123.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Mammoth Lakes Beginner Climbing Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46408010/0f9e2db8-46a6-48b1-a848-ad26e18edebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mammoth Lakes Beginner Climbing Class 7h $250 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mammoth-lakes-beginner-climbing-class.a46408010.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Seafood Sushi-Making Class in San Jose (Includes 3-Course Meal)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50007959/4b583bd0-6d6d-4c28-95d9-4b70d8252e5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seafood Sushi-Making Class in San Jose (Includes 3-Course Meal) 2h Free cancellation available $165 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/seafood-sushi-making-class-in-san-jose-includes-3-course-meal.a50007959.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Private Paint and Sip Experience in Wine Country](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50131731/892b6346-59f2-4a07-b307-d4da2596d98d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Paint and Sip Experience in Wine Country 2h Free cancellation available $85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-paint-and-sip-wine-experience-in-san-miguel.a50131731.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Modesto: Fruits and Roots Tour Driving Audio Guide Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48571186/72a93ff6-fbfb-4513-b5b4-6d43ada8b99c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Modesto: Fruits and Roots Tour Driving Audio Guide Tour 2h 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/modesto-fruits-and-roots-tour-driving-audio-guide-tour.a48571186.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3531677/70888e51-8f39-4506-a46c-7c795f9c26bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 1h 30m 10/10 23 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/macaron-making-with-a-master-chef-carmel-by-the-sea-ca.a3531677.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Axe Throwing in Fresno](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45665476/2f9a1694-af1a-4047-bf73-18864247e1ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Axe Throwing in Fresno 1h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/axe-throwing-in-fresno.a45665476.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47505862/014d9b96-2ee2-448a-b7e3-bed7974b07f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson 1h Free cancellation available $180 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tintype-portrait-and-historic-photography-lesson.a47505862.activity-details?&rid=6229632&location=Central+California&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6229632) ## Recommended things to do in Central California | Number of things to do | 61 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon](/things-to-do/long-beach-swan-boat-rental-at-rainbow-lagoon.a44650841.activity-details): $13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach](/things-to-do/guided-whale-watching-tour-from-long-beach.a48786958.activity-details)[Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets](/things-to-do/aquarium-of-the-pacific-timed-tickets.a181771.activity-details)[San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise](/things-to-do/san-pedro-west-harbor-la-dolphin-whale-watching-cruise.a50235973.activity-details)[Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/los-angeles-battleship-iowa-museum-ticket.a4566922.activity-details)[Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour](/things-to-do/long-beach-harbor-45-minute-boat-tour.a48914033.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour](/things-to-do/long-beach-harbor-45-minute-boat-tour.a48914033.activity-details)[Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon](/things-to-do/long-beach-swan-boat-rental-at-rainbow-lagoon.a44650841.activity-details)[Los Angeles: Port of Los Angeles Harbor Cruise](/things-to-do/los-angeles-port-of-los-angeles-harbor-cruise.a50235341.activity-details)[West Harbor LA 45-Minute Narrated Harbor Cruise of San Pedro](/things-to-do/west-harbor-la-45-minute-narrated-harbor-cruise-of-san-pedro.a50209950.activity-details)[Long Beach: Sightseeing Harbor Cruise](/things-to-do/long-beach-sightseeing-harbor-cruise.a49564064.activity-details) | | With kids | [Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach](/things-to-do/guided-whale-watching-tour-from-long-beach.a48786958.activity-details)[Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets](/things-to-do/aquarium-of-the-pacific-timed-tickets.a181771.activity-details)[San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise](/things-to-do/san-pedro-west-harbor-la-dolphin-whale-watching-cruise.a50235973.activity-details)[Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour](/things-to-do/long-beach-harbor-45-minute-boat-tour.a48914033.activity-details)[Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon](/things-to-do/long-beach-swan-boat-rental-at-rainbow-lagoon.a44650841.activity-details) | ## What to do in Central California - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Central California A visit to Central California doesn't have to break the bank. You won't even need your wallet if you check out: **Reedly College** \- Spend time at this historic landmark and experience a part of the cultural heritage of the area. **Rose Ann Vuich Park** \- Recharge your mind, body and soul by spending some time with Mother Nature. ### Things to Do in Central California with Kids There's fun for the whole family wherever you wander in Central California. Here are some [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6229632&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) to do together that promise to make your trip memorable: - [San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoia-tour.a485051.activity-details) - [San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-francisco-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoia-tour.a249490.activity-details) - [Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yosemite-national-park-full-day-tour-from-san-francisco.a304202.activity-details) - [Yosemite National Park Valley Highlights Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yosemite-national-park-valley-highlights-tour.a219734.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Central California? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Central California ![Yosemite Valley featuring a waterfall and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063469/ace03d4b-cc47-47a8-8292-dfcfbc8c932b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yosemite Valley From Yosemite Falls to Half Dome and El Capitan, you can see some of the most stunning scenery in the world from Yosemite National Park’s central valley. [](https://expedia.com/Yosemite-Valley-Yosemite-National-Park.d6063469.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yosemite Falls showing a waterfall and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089229/cad38602-3761-48e6-8b96-6c625fadcef1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yosemite National Park The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque. [](https://expedia.com/Yosemite-National-Park-California.d180672.Vacation-Attraction) ![Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063305/1b6d21be-7215-42ac-b511-1c4be9f92d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay Aquarium Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Bay-Aquarium-Retreat.d6063305.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort featuring snow boarding and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089235/cc57baa3-d258-47d2-87e3-e3cd26e9bbd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort When this mountain’s very long ski season ends, great mountain biking begins. Enjoy the fresh air, beautiful scenery and fun events year-round. [](https://expedia.com/Mammoth-Mountain-Ski-Resort-Mammoth-Lakes.d6089235.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gotta ride this 100 year old wooden roller Coaster on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/b45be7dc-b7ee-4e2f-913e-96687d20622a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6065915.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cannery Row showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131067/7a8b0314-d258-49d3-b78b-68ee4ab73b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannery Row Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas. [](https://expedia.com/Cannery-Row-New-Monterey.d6131067.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063433/84c32a93-1c6b-4616-beeb-bf3c58d4865f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hearst Castle You can learn about the history of San Simeon when you stop by Hearst Castle. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Hearst-Castle-San-Simeon.d6063433.Vacation-Attraction) ![Carmel Beach which includes a beach and landscape views as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134971/c9be2d9c-d441-4e84-9b2c-57e13264b701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Beach Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach. [](https://expedia.com/Carmel-Beach-Golden-Rectangle.d6134971.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065903/a61fed40-2f2e-4c58-adcb-a80701a95a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/WeatherTech-Raceway-Laguna-Seca-Monterey.d6065903.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Central California ![Downtown San Jose featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938970011/b98ffcb7-178c-4b10-bd95-1c46263544b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Jose 4/5(936 area reviews) This city on San Francisco Bay is not only a technology center, but also filled with cultural and historic attractions. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Downtown-San-Jose.dx553248633938970011) ![🚙🚗🚙🚗🚙🚗🚙🚗🚙🚗🚙 driving through #Yosemite #nationalpark #toottootbeepbeep #ruffiansroadtrip ☀🌲🍃🌲🍃🌲🍃🌲🍃🌲🍃](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000007792/9839e194-cb81-428b-add6-a580112ee317.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yosemite West Just outside Yosemite National Park, this unincorporated community offers resort homes and access to several hiking trails, including Deer Camp Trail and Alder Creek Trail. Explore the historic Henness Ridge fire lookout tower and admire Alder Creek Fall. [](https://expedia.com/Yosemite-National-Park-Yosemite-West.dx3000007792) ![This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/b5aae69b-1420-44c5-9700-09c18e2d48b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside Santa Cruz 4/5(2,586 area reviews) Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Cruz-Westside-Santa-Cruz.dx553248633938969903) ![Aerial View of Mammoth Lakes, California in Winter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/915002445965746176/b108b3e8-9be8-48d7-9b2d-d3cb745c1bad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mammoth Village If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mammoth Village and surrounding area, you can visit Village Gondola Station and Sierra Star Golf Course. [](https://expedia.com/Mammoth-Lakes-Mammoth-Village.dx915002445965746176) ![Following highway 1 south out of Monterey you get views like this ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/efd1080d-de87-4d2b-ab02-2a4a86485920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Monterey 4.5/5(251 area reviews) The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Downtown-Monterey.dx553248635939578117) ![View of Carmel Beach from Scenic Rd.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6026/682caaf2-addb-4ac9-a4af-aea933be7f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Golden Rectangle 5/5(186 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Carmel-Golden-Rectangle.dx553248635976469647) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Central-California.dx6229632.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Central California ![Bakersfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/546/d6eec1ae-5626-46ae-a8cd-df70547395a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bakersfield ![Fresno which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602988/55561364-18ed-4b83-aff7-caaf796103d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fresno ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1664/48abdf80-40a9-4fc0-b97a-0c3033f89acd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Inyokern ![Yosemite valley and merced river](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2231/a04eab24-7e58-46ca-b0af-c7363d3c5ec2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Merced ![Central Interior California which includes snow boarding, mountains and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2363/cdd7534f-a99b-4a53-8cf5-502e2b463d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mammoth Lakes ![Modesto featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602990/e3a708ce-9419-42b9-bfd5-b47753ad12e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Modesto ![Aerial view of a historic church and surrounding neighborhood of Santa Maria, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3224/f8b66a5d-4b59-43e8-8af5-3602fd7172e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Maria ![Aerial View of Downtown Visalia, California during Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3708/43859cac-7ebb-4cc0-b8b3-914893dbfd70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Visalia ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Central California on a sunny day? > - [Mystery Thrill Seekers - Mariposa](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mystery-thrill-seekers-mariposa.a630244.activity-details) > - [Snowboard Rental Package](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/snowboard-rental-package.a477994.activity-details) > - [Ski Rental Package](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ski-rental-package.a477781.activity-details) > - [San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoia-tour.a485051.activity-details) ### What to do in Central California on a rainy day? > - [Outlets at Tejon Shop & Play](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/outlets-at-tejon-shop-play.a623872.activity-details) > - [Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Silicon Valley](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/spa-quality-on-demand-massage-silicon-valley.a2174966.activity-details) > - [San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/san-francisco-airport-same-day-luggage-services.a566172.activity-details) > - 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