Best Long Beach Tours & Excursions

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 12/1/2024

Best Walking Tours

Meet Long Beach Downtown Walking Tour, the crown jewel of pedestrian explorations of Long Beach! It's not your everyday walk in the park. On this fine jaunt, you'll straightaway dive into the heart of downtown, uncovering the city's architectural wonders and discovering the story of its growth from a humble seaside resort to a bustling metropolis. Your charming guide will be your compass, leading you through streets vibrant with history and culture. The tour leans towards the affordable end of the spectrum, priced at around $20.

Best Bus Tours

Next stop, we have Long Beach Grand Prix Transportation Tour. Here's your all-access, all-inclusive ticket to see Long Beach in style. Kick back and gaze out at the panoramic cityscape, swapping two feet for four wheels as you're whisked through points of interest like the Long Beach Convention Center and the iconic Queen Mary. Get your camera ready, this tour is a photo op goldmine! Expect to spend around $30 for this magical, mobile exploration.

Best Half-Day tours

Allow me to introduce you to the Sunset Cruise: Long Beach Harbor. This half-day tour marries the thrill of the open sea with the majesty of a southern California sunset. Watch as the cityscape is bathed in an array of colors, all from the comfort of a luxury sailboat. Enjoy the gentle sea breeze, light refreshments and unparalleled views of the shore. It's a dreamy float around $90, but worth every penny!

Best Historical Tours

The Wrigley is Where It's At Historical Tour is a time machine with squeaky wheels and a delightful guide. This expedition takes you through the streets of Wrigley, the crown jewel of Long Beach's historic neighborhoods. You’ll get up close and personal with Spanish Colonial Revival homes, walk the same streets as locals did a century ago, and drink in the story-soaked atmosphere. The tale of Long Beach's charming past comes alive for around $35 per person.

Best Luxury Tours

Finally, the Long Beach Helicopter Tour lets you soar above it all in a way that no street-bound tour can. Shed the pull of gravity as you take in breathtaking views, flying over landmarks like Naples Island and the Pacific. Trust us, Long Beach looks incredible from the sky. This luxurious expedition is pricey with rates starting at $210 approximately, but it promises an unbeatable, unforgettable experience.

So, there you have it, folks—the best of Long Beach served up in five fabulous, tour-tastic bites! Now, all that's left is for you to take that first exciting step (or flight!). Here's to your grand adventure in Long Beach!


Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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