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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 8773 reviewsKayak in La Jolla
Paddle through La Jolla’s Marine Reserve, explore sea caves, and spot marine life.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 813 reviewsFly over LA landmarks
Explore iconic Los Angeles landmarks from the sky.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1612 reviewsFly an airplane over LA’s epic landmarks
Take to the skies on a private flight, glimpse the Hollywood Sign up close, and feel the rush of taking the controls with a seasoned pilot at your side.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1429 reviewsCruise Newport Bay on a Private Sailboat
Kick back and take in the coastal ambiance and panoramic views around Newport Harbor aboard our sailboat. Each cruise is a PRIVATE cruise of just your party with no additional guests joining!
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 5129 reviewsHike to the Hollywood Sign with comics and canines
Laugh it up—all the way up—Griffith Park's most iconic trail, guided along the 75 min route by a comedian and their dog. Pose for professional photos as you go. This is LA. No one will look twice.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviewsProfessional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree
Journey through Internationally Certified Dark Skies with an expert Astronomer, comfortable lounger and state-of-the-art telescopes.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 977 reviewsSurf Venice Beach with a seasoned instructor
Get comfortable on land with a teacher who’s passionate about working one-on-one with beginning surfers. Then, when you’re ready, hit the waves at one of LA’s most iconic beaches.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1807 reviewsImmerse in a sacred sound healing and tea ceremony
Relax with ancient healing sounds, then connect to your heart chakra with tea.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 719 reviewsOceanside Coastal Expeditions
Visit oceansidecoastalexpeditions .com for more information, tour times and prices. Small-group Zodiac-style expeditions with 360° views and front-row encounters with whales and dolphins.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 463 reviewsSail the Hollywood Coast in a luxury yacht
Take in spectacular views of LA’s beaches, the Pacific Ocean, and marine wildlife as you sail past the world-famous Venice Fishing Pier in a luxury yacht piloted by a seasoned captain.
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New place to stayMatcha Bowl Pottery Class
Join this beginner friendly hands on workshop where you learn to hand build a matcha bowl
New place to stayFlower Arranging Workshop at the Farm
Join us at the farm to pick fresh, seasonal blooms, then learn to design your own floral arrangement as Main Street Flower Truck's founder leads an intimate class. Leave with your gorgeous creation!
New place to stayTehachapi Mountains & Desert 4x4 Adventure
Discover the Tehachapi Mountains and Mojave Desert on a guided 4x4 adventure. Explore historic Tehachapi before heading into the backcountry for rugged trails, mountain scenery and vast desert views.
New place to stayLearn How to Needlepoint with The Stitch Post
Get everything you need to learn how to needlepoint and leave with a masterpiece!
New place to staySole Kulture Karaoke Night with Live Band
Step into a live-band music experience with over 10 million songs, DJ energy, music games, live autotune & background singers. Grab the mic w/ Sole Folks & WeLoveKaraoke. Bring a friend and book now!
New place to stayCraft a postcard collage with Art & Mind Studios
Join the LA collage studio at the Airbnb Experiences Counter in Grand Central Market to create two postcards using vintage Life magazines. Build your card with paint pens, ribbons, and cutouts.
New place to stayGuided President's Tour plus Life of a Sailor
Explore Battleship IOWA’s presidential legacy with a guided visit to the historic Captain’s Cabin, home to the only bathtub still in existence aboard a Navy vessel for a sitting U.S. president.
New place to stayGongfu Tea Experience
Discover the beauty of traditional tea brewing with private group option up to 3 guest. This hands-on session invites you to explore the rich flavors of Taiwanese oolong tea.
New place to stayGlutenFree Pie Holiday Baking Bootcamp
Hosting GF friends this holiday? Build your baking skills and confidence, and take home a frozen apple pie to bake off during the holidays!
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsMake a Halloween Spooky Candle and Gothic Bouquet
Join the celeb-favorite candlemaker and a local artisan to blend essential oils, pour wax, and do a Halloween-themed craft for October, fall-themed for November, and Holiday-themed for December.
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