Newport Beach tours, things to do and tickets

Book your skip-the-ticket-booth-line admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Los Angeles and spend a half day exploring the site’s main galleries and specialized outdoor exhibits. See marine life from all major regions of the Pacific.

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Hop aboard our 65-foot (20-meter) whale-watching boat made just for whale watching and start a fantastic adventure off the Orange County coast! During your whale-watching cruise, learn fascinating details about all types of California sea life from the onboard naturalist with the beautiful coastal scenery of Newport Beach & Laguna Beach as backdrop. Year-round whale-watching cruises like this one are rare, so don’t miss this chance to see giant blue, finback, grey, minke and humpback whales. Over half dozen different types of dolphin including giant Risso Dolphin at over 12 feet in length, white sided dolphin, bottlenose dolphin, and common dolphin. See super pods of dolphin sometimes numbering over 1000 dolphin strong. What a amazing sight. Harbor seals, seal lions, schools of fish, many species of sharks, and more can also be viewed on one of our 2-2.5 hour whale watching cruises.

Experience the ultimate whale watching adventure on a 2-hour cruise. Departing from Newport Beach, travel faster and farther in a brand new RIB boat. Enjoy up-close wildlife sightings in a smaller group as you cruise along the beautiful Californian coast.

Spot some of the ocean's largest inhabitants as you search for whales and dolphins off the coast of Newport Beach. Keep your eyes peeled on this whale and doplin-watching cruise on a specialized boat.

Have Fun Tours has been in business for over 15 years. As native Californians, we have extensive knowledge of local tourist spots and hidden gems. We leverage our familiarity with the places we tour and tap into our network of influential people in Hollywood and surrounding areas to create a one-of-a-kind VIP experience for you and your loved ones.

Aside from public tours, we offer special PRIVATE trips that feature once-in-a-lifetime opportunities designed to match your thirst for adventure.

SPANISH speaking tours available.

We specialize in a more EXCITING and INTERACTIVE Whale and Dolphin Watching experience on our fast, state of the art 26' commercial built center console boats - where speed, comfort and safety come first. This on the water experience is all about Comfort, Connection and Customization. We have the speed to access more whales and dolphins, and allows us more time with the amazing wildlife.

All of our trips are limited to 2-6 passengers offering The Ultimate Whale & Dolphin Watching experience in a 2hr tour of the coastal waters off Newport Beach, Orange County, CA. No more big slow boats with 100+ people crammed on. This trip is all about you!

Sail aboard a catamaran yacht on this whale watching cruise from Newport Beach. Look for whales in their native habitat and let your naturalist guide share their passion for marine mammals with you.

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, several types of dolphin, seals, and other neat marine life.  Just outside of Newport Bay is the beginning of one of the largest marine protected areas in southern California created to protect this rich ecosystem for future generations. The protected marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures including whales and dolphin.  With such amazing habitat for mammals so close to Newport Bay, whale watching cruises of 2-2.5 hours is all that is needed for viewing these giants. Newport Landing offers multiple whale watching cruises daily and with a 96% success rate viewing whales and/or dolphins, almost every trip will have viewing opportunities.
*New is a brand new double decker whale watching catamaran with bow seating, upper and lower deck 360 views, and much more.

Go whale watching at any time of the year on a cruise that has a 96 percent success rate in whale viewing! You’ll be on the lookout for a variety of whales, including the giant blue whale which is over 80 feet in length, humpback whales, and others.

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Enjoy an 8 hour private tour of the highlights of Hollywood to Beverly Hills from Orange County. See sights including the famous Hollywood sign, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, and the homes of some of the many celebrities who live in the area. Beverly Hills sign and Rodeo Drive. Enjoy some free time on Hollywood Boulevard and the Farmers Market Lunch stop and the Grove to shop La Brea Tar Pits and Urban Street Lights, 10 segments of the Berlin Wall and have some lunch . This 8 hour tour from moment of pickup has more then 7-8 stops for photos including a lunch stop till we return you back to your location.

Note: For Round Trip Ferry Service You Must Also Book The Return Leg From Avalon To Newport Beach.

This is the largest catamaran ferry carrying passengers to Catalina Island, with 3 decks and multiple snack and beverage centers onboard including a amazing open-air top deck with spectacular views of coastlines.

The ferry's large size and open-air deck is a perfect option for those concerned with motion sickness. The trip is short - just over 1 hour across the channel on the fastest ferry to Catalina Island .

Located centrally in Newport Beach and servicing Orange County, San Diego County, Inland Empire, and Greater Los Angeles Area travelers/residents. Newport Beach is also known for its fine dining, abundant nightlife, and numerous resorts for those wanting to explore this destination after their stay on Catalina Island.

Book tickets to a ferry service from Newport Beach to Avalon on Catalina Island or vice versa.

Relax and unwind on a 2-hour cruise departing from Newport Beach. Enjoy a buffet brunch prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients and sip on unlimited champagne or sparkling cider.

Pro instructors will teach you to ride waves on your own regardless of your age or skill level. We have the best surf instructors and highest quality gear of any other surf school and can't wait to get you out in the water.

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over 20 years of experience working on the water and is a certified naturalist. State of the art vessel will do 40+mph to optimize chances of finding marine mammals.

Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a perfect balance of gorgeous nautical details, and spacious viewing areas which allow you and your family to get up-close views of wild marine mammals including giant blue whales, humpback whales, mega pods of dolphin, and so much more. The unique 360-viewing walk around feature, allows for a perfect view from almost any vantage point onboard and means you’ll never miss a moment. Our favorite spot onboard is up front, where you can gaze down at bow riding dolphin, which will glide just below your feet on one of the dual bows, so close they are almost within arm’s reach!

Sail out of Newport Harbor on a relaxing Los Angeles cruise with a chef-prepared plated meal made from the freshest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and DJ entertainment.

Located in The Irvine Spectrum Center, these adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. You might escape...You WILL have fun!