Top Anaheim & Buena Park Day Trips

Explore Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles' famous beaches, and beyond on this all-day guided excursion starting from Anaheim or Los Angeles. After a convenient hotel pickup, head out with a knowledgeable guide and experience classic sites and neighborhoods like the Hollywood Sign and the Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Rodeo Dr., Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.

From Hollywood to Santa Monica, there’s a lot to see in Los Angeles, but driving and parking in the city’s crowded streets can make exploring stressful. With a professional driver to deal with traffic, you can focus on exploring during this full-day excursion from Anaheim. Enjoy independent time to visit four main stops, including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a farmer’s market, Santa Monica Beach, and Venice Beach.

This Los Angeles Highlights Full-Day Tour from Anaheim is a great choice for those who want to enjoy Southern California’s big theme parks but would also like to experience LA and all it has to offer, too. Travel from Anaheim resort area to stop at big attractions near LA such as Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills, Venice Beach, Marina del Rey, and Santa Monica.

Visit popular Hollywood and Los Angeles attractions on a full-day bus tour from Anaheim. Have time to take in the Chinese Theater on Hollywood Boulevard and stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame, then head to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, followed by the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. You also get free time to purchase lunch and explore The Grove and The Original Farmers Market. Includes guide, live commentary, transportation by 24-passenger bus, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take a detour from Anaheim to do some California dreamin’ on Orange County's most beautiful beaches. Snap photos from a gorgeous clifftop lookout above palm-lined Laguna Beach, and see the real-life filming locations from hit shows like ‘The OC’ and ‘The Bachelor’ at Newport Beach. From here, venture out into the open Pacific Ocean on a dolphin- and whale-watching cruise, then finish your day in the sun by exploring the funky shops and surfing culture of Huntington Beach—the original Surf City, USA.

Arrange your round-trip airport transfer in advance and skip the hassle of booking a service at the John Wayne Airport. This convenient form of transport takes you from SNA to your hotel or private residence in the Anaheim Resort District, and then back again. It means you spend more time enjoying your trip and less time puzzling out the logistics.

Visiting Disneyland® Resort is a breeze when you book your tickets in advance. Before you purchase your ticket, check the calendar here for your desired dates: ** Disneytraveltradeinfo.com/dlrcalendar **. Simply come back here and purchase your tickets then book in using the link below. Once you arrive at the Disneyland Resort, you can go straight to the turnstiles and enter the Happiest Place on Earth. Explore the many iconic attractions, entertainment offerings and famous Disney Characters on your own. Customizable options like length of stay and number of parks per day are available. Disney’s Genie+ service allows you to select the next available arrival window for Lightning Lane entrances at a variety of attractions (subject to avail.) This is a great way to make the most of your time - especially if you have Park Hopper tickets! Also included is unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads, as well as fun audio experiences that let you discover the parks in cool new ways!

The ride from Anaheim to Universal Studios Hollywood can take up to an hour in traffic, and if you’re not familiar with the way, it can feel daunting to drive. Skip the hassle of driving or last-minute ride planning with this Universal Studios Hollywood Round-trip Transport from Anaheim. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle both ways and get dropped off at the front of this main attraction.

This full-day narrated tour of Los Angeles takes you to the city’s iconic landmarks, neighborhoods, and photo hotspots. With a local tour guide, visit locations such as the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Grauman’s Chinese Theater, and Mulholland Drive. Have lunch at the Original Farmers Market, check out movie stars’ homes, explore the colorful culture of Venice Beach, and more.

Visit top sights in Los Angeles during this full-day, small-group guided tour from Newport Beach to Hollywood and the Pacific coastline. Highlights include the sidewalk stars along Hollywood's Walk of Fame, a ride down iconic Sunset Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, get-down stops at the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk, and a visit to historic El Capitan Theater.

Discover the natural beauty of the Southern California coast on this Orange County tour. You'll travel along the Pacific to see some of the area's top destinations, such as Laguna Beach, Hungtington Beach, and Dana Point.

Explore Southern California without the stress of planning on a full–day tour to Orange County’s highlights, from the Laguna Beach cliffs to a Balboa Island ferry ride. Enjoy sweeping ocean views en route while your guide provides commentary and points out landmarks often missed by visitors. With round–trip transport from Anaheim hotels, this tour is a popular choice for visitors who want to avoid car rentals and impersonal bus tours.

Journey up the west coast in style on an Amtrak Coast Starlight train, as you travel from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara for a day of exploration. Along the way, you'll enjoy views of the coastline and Pacific Ocean before arriving in the scenic oceanside town of Santa Barbara. Here, you'll have ample time to explore the sandy beaches, iconic piers, and charming streets of Santa Barbara, before visiting the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and the Old Mission to see the Spanish architecture.

Combine the California Science Center, the Griffith Observatory, and Hollywood all into one day on this tour from Anaheim, including round-trip transport. Gain admission to both the California Science Center and the Griffith Observatory, as well as a ticket to the Samuel Oschin Planetarium movie at the observatory and a ticket to the IMAX film at the science center. During the day, walk the stairs at Dolby Theatre, and see the stars at the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Visit the natural beauty of Joshua Tree National Park and also spend some time in the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum on this day tour from Los Angeles. You’ll have approximately three hours to explore Joshua Tree, so bring your walking shoes. You’ll then get to spend around an hour in the museum, browsing the Nixon Presidential Materials Collection and reveling in the historical data stored here.

Let us take you to the legendary city of San Diego, California! On our tour, we will take you to three stops: Old Town San Diego, on a cruise of the San Diego Harbor and the USS Midway. To end the night, we will head back over to Los Angeles!Explore Old Town San Diego!Take a ride on the San Diego Harbor Cruise. Visit a former aircraft carrier of the United States Navy at USS Midway. Itinerary: Los Angeles → Old Town San Diego (30 mins) → San Diego Harbor Cruise (60 mins, include ticket) → USS Midway (80 mins, include ticket) → Balboa Park (120 mins) → Los Angeles

Explore highlighted locations in Los Angeles! Visit the all-time famous Hollywood Walk-of-Fame! Enjoy delicious dishes at the Original Farmers Market. Experience the artifacts and sculptures at the Getty Center. Shop at famous designer brands on Rodeo Drive. Itinerary: Meet points → Olvera Street (30 mins) → Hollywood Walk-of-Fame (60 mins) → Rodeo Drive (45 mins) → The Original Farmers Market (70 mins) → Getty Center (120 mins) → Meet points

Spend a day on Catalina Island, a Pacific getaway just one hour from Long Beach by ferry, on this day trip from Anaheim. Upon arrival on the island, you'll take a panoramic tour of Avalon, the main town, and admire views from the top of the hill. Then enjoy free time to explore Catalina on your own.

Spend the day exploring Catalina Island via zipline. During this full-day tour from Anaheim, ride a ferry to the quaint island. You also have the option to upgrade to a variety of different adventures to ensure your day in Avalon is packed full of fun! Round-trip transportation from select hotels in Anaheim is included.

Northern California is usually what comes to mind when talking about the state’s wine country, but you can imbibe at Orange County wineries with similar fanfare. Head to Temecula Valley for several wine tastings at local vineyards and enjoy tours of each facility. Sample award-winning wines, see the largest wine cave in the area, and tuck into a charcuterie board all in one day.

Combine visits to Somerset Vineyard and Winery, Oak Mountain Winery, Bel Vino Winery, and Callaway Vineyard and Winery all into one day without the stress of planning who in your group will be driving. This Temecula Wine Tour from South Orange County takes care of the details for you, including pickup, drop-off, wine tastings, and even where to stop for lunch.

Forget about driving yourself or figuring out public transportation from your Anaheim hotel to Los Angeles' Citadel Outlets for a day of shopping before your flight out of Los Angeles International Airport. The easiest way to get to this popular center for shopping brand names at huge discounts is via our convenient transfer service. This package includes not only transportation, but can also feature a gift bag, shopping bag and luggage storage, a VIP savings card and Citadel Outlets gift card. If relaxation is on your agenda, consider adding on access to the VIP Lounge!

Wherever you are in Orange County—be it Anaheim or Huntington Beach or somewhere in between—the glamor of Hollywood is less than an hour away. Leave the traffic and itinerary planning to a professional with this private excursion, where your personal driver/guide picks you up right from your hotel for a day covorting with the rich and famous. You’ll wander Sunset Strip, Hollywood Grove (a star favorite), and more.