10 Best Things To Do In Newport Beach 2026

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Welcome to Newport Beach

On the southern boundary of the Greater Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, Newport Beach California was established in the 1880s as an industrial harbor and hub of boatbuilding, shipbuilding, and commercial fishing. Today, Newport is a beach town and one of the West Coast’s largest recreational boat harbors, popular for all boating and watersport activities. The city offers a long list of diversions, from whale watching to winery tours. Sandy beaches and surfing are highlight attractions, and surf lessons are easy to find. Miles of bike paths and boardwalks invite touring by e-bike or Segway, sunset cruises are a favorite, and all the attractions of Los Angeles are only a few minutes away.

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Things To Do In Newport Beach

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

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...

2 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

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,...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach

Departing from the iconic Balboa Pavilion in Newport Beach daily. Departing times vary depending on time of year see all times available when booking. Travel...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Our sunset cruises take in amazing sunsets while cruising though Newport Bay and along the Newport Beach Gold Coast. Newport Bay is the largest recreational...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon

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...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People

Our fleet of electric u-drive boats has Sun Cruiser & Bay Island Duffy boat models and is the most upscale electric boat rentals in Newport...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Kayak Rental in Huntington Beach

We are a proud small business that is continually upgrading our equipment and involved in our community helping at-risk youth experience the water. We are...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum Center

The Escape Game Irvine is located at Irvine Spectrum Center in Orange County, conveniently close to shopping, entertainment, and delicious dining options. Our favorite spots...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Self Captain Pink Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach

Set sail in style with our Pink Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach, perfect for gatherings like bachelorette parties, birthdays, or just a fun day...

2 to 6 hours • Free Cancellation

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Holiday Lights Cruise Throughout Luxurious Newport Beach Harbor

What you'll do this Christmas? The holiday season is a time to spend with family, eat big and delicious meals, exchange gifts, and go to...

75 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Temecula Wine Tour from Orange County

On this guided California wine tasting tour, join BEST COAST TOURS as we visit four different local wineries. Savor the hundreds of award-winning wines offered...

8 hours • Free Cancellation

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45ft Exotic Sport Yacht Private Tour In Newport Beach

Enjoy a day boating in Newport Beach, California with your friends and family! Work or Play anywhere on the water with our Starlink wifi system....

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People

nennm2026, Sep 2026

Birthday trip

loved it to celebrate my birthday w friends! parking wasn't terrible in the area and getting to the docking area was pretty easy. The person who helped us onto the boat was nice, gave our driver clear instructions, and helped us out of the dock. It wouldve been nice to know that a physical card was needed for the deposit. overall. great :)

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Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People

Vanitty_V, Sep 2026

Check in

The check in was nice easy and quick:) would rent again with them. Spent my birthday celebrating on a Duffy boat, such a great experience.

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Cheryl_K, Sep 2026

Great Experience

Was a great experience. We saw hundreds of dolphins. Was disappointed we didn’t see any whales but understand that this is the end of feeding season.

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Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Jimmy_M, Sep 2026

Sunset cruise

It was a great way to spend the evening seeing the sights and watching the sunset. The crew was fantastic.

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Catalina Island Ferry from Newport Beach to Avalon

Samuel_F, Sep 2026

Thanks for a safe ride to...

Thanks for a safe ride to and from Catalina Island. It was Like clock entering and exiting the boat.

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Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt Huntington Beach

jstaicsu, Sep 2026

Recommended for Team Building

So much fun! Really engaged all of the team members to find solutions to the puzzles. GREAT team building experience!

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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Zen_A, Sep 2026

Easy booking, nice cruise...

Easy booking, nice cruise and friendly crews. We were lucky to see large group of dolphins and saw a couple humpback whales which was entertaining

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Walking Food Tour of Newport Beach

J5784UDashleyr, Sep 2026

Fun for foodies!

My friends and I were looking for a fun day to get together and found this walking tour. We got to try some really good food at places we wouldn't have found on our own. The tour guide was knowledgeable and gave us some fun tidbits about Newport and each of the stops on the tour. This tour is easy fun in Newport, and my belly was full by the end, too!

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

A2893EWamberb, Sep 2026

Great Family Experience

The captain and crew were great. The captain saw a pack of dolphins swimming and drove the boat to them. They swam with our boat for about 15 minutes. It was magical! My 3 kids had a blast!

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Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Mary_C, Sep 2026

Love the sun and the waves and maybe a whale too?

We didn't see whales, but saw lots of dolphins. I loved being out on the water and enjoying the sun. Nice passengers helped the trip. I truly enjoyed the experience and plan on being a repeat.

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Walking Food Tour of Newport Beach

U7862UBlauried, Sep 2026

Amazing food fun in Beautiful Newport Beach !

Great way to eat like a local and get straight to the best food experiences in Newport. Loved all the stops including the BBQ Bao Bun and pizza. Very generous portions, and great walking in-between, so you're ready for the next stop. Newport Beach is a stunning walking experience and is so beautiful. Also saw some cool street art activations and interesting things along the way. Left satisfied. Highly recommend.

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Yosemite 3 Day Tour from Los Angeles and Orange County

2baherf, Sep 2026

Amazing experience ♥️♥️

As an international photographer and someone who loves nature and capturing moments through photos and videos, this 3-day Yosemite camping tour was an incredible experience.I chose the camping option and really enjoyed spending the entire trip exploring Yosemite with the group. Everything was very well organized, from transportation and meals to the itinerary, which made the experience easy and stress-free.As someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the camping gear. The tents were excellent, and the sleeping mats were very comfortable, with a built-in foot pump that made setting them up quick and easy. The gear was from REI, which was a nice touch. Yosemite was absolutely breathtaking, with countless opportunities to stop, explore, and capture amazing photos and videos. Sam was a great guide, knowledgeable, friendly, and always making sure everyone was enjoying the experience.Highly recommended for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone who wants to experience Yosemite without having to organize all the logistics themselves.

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Yosemite 3 Day Tour from Los Angeles and Orange County

davesR5707WN, Sep 2026

First Yosemite Trip

We booked the 3-day Yosemite tour for my wife and me, and we chose the glamping experience. It turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. The whole trip was very well organized, from transportation and accommodation to the daily itinerary and meals.We spent the entire day with the group, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Everything felt relaxed and well planned, without ever feeling rushed. Yosemite itself was absolutely beautiful, and having everything taken care of allowed us to simply enjoy the scenery and the experience.The glamping setup was comfortable and a great way to experience Yosemite without giving up the little comforts. Sam was an excellent guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and always making sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time.Highly recommended for couples or anyone who wants to experience Yosemite without the stress of planning everything themselves. Definitely worth the 3 days!

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Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

jly4jc, Aug 2026

Wonderful experience with great crew!

Wonderful trip with a great crew. We didn’t see any whales but we saw tons of common dolphins and a few bottle-nose dolphins and I spotted a Mola Mola Sun Fish. The catamaran was very fun because the swells were big.

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Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Cynthia_M, Aug 2026

Newport Beach Sunset Cruise

Beautiful Sunset Nice Crew Amazing homes and yachts packed out front People doing different things on the water or on the rocks

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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Kathryn_S, Aug 2026

Great BUT watch the parking signs

We saw hundreds of dolphins and some sea lions. No whales but a very pleasant ride and perfect amount of time. We got back to a 75 dollar parking ticket. We saw signs that said Street sweeping Wednesday 8:30-12 but it was a Monday so we parked. Turns out that after a certain cross street that sign says Mondays instead. Be sure to read your sign carefully. Otherwise the trip itself was great. Bring a cash tip if you can or there is a Venmo option on board.

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