LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, from the Hills to the coast.
The 15 best cruises & boat tours in Los Angeles right now. What each trip includes, what it costs, how long it runs, and the operator behind the wheel.
Rent a private swan pedal boat on Echo Park Lake. Quiet views, lotus beds, skyline shots, and optional night lights for $13.
Most Popular“It really nice!! me and my bf had so much fun it was an hour we went at night which was nice to see the swan boats all lit up. the boat holds a party of 5 too. if you wanna go as a family. it was a nice experience definitely recommend”
Long Beach whale and dolphin cruise with Aquarium of the Pacific educators, a stable eco catamaran, and a sea-life guarantee.
“Me and my family loved it. Personally was my first time and I loved it would definitely recommend to others. Just recommend warm clothes because it does get really cold.”
Rent a swan pedal boat on Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach. Cost-effective, shaded rides, and LED night views for 1 hour.
“It was fairly easy & fun ! In my late 60’s & I had a great time ! And I can walk just fine today !!!”
Pedal a LED-lit swan boat around Echo Park Lake at night for about an hour or two. Life vest, training, and city views included.
“Gliding across calm waters, the boat ride offered peace, fresh air, and stunning scenic views.…………..!”
Enjoy a 2-hour Marina del Rey yacht brunch with reserved seating, chef-prepared buffet, live music, and unlimited champagne and mimosas.
“Everything was amazing! Food, drinks, and the waitresses were so kind and friendly specially Stace thank you!”
Cruise-to-LA day tour with Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, Griffith Observatory, plus beach time, with pickup and drop-off to LAX.
“Our tour guide was very nice and accommodating. Would like to have heard more facts and less conjecture. Tour included all sites expected. Picked up at cruise port and dropped at LAX in plenty of time for our flight.”
Glide through Marina del Rey on a quiet electric Duffy boat with two glasses of wine and a charcuterie board, plus sea-lion spotting.
“Thank you Shaun! It was a great experience and was super relaxing. we had a great chat and it felt like we have know Shaun for such a long time. It truly felt more like cruising around with a friend than a guide.”
Sail out from Marina del Rey for a 2-hour brunch buffet cruise with unlimited mimosas, Champagne, live entertainment, and LA views.
“love the music, food was good, staff are friendly, very entertaining, good for group birthday, engagement, reunion.”
A short 45-minute Long Beach harbor cruise with live English narration, open-air photo views, Queen Mary passes, and sea lions for $15.
“My mother and sisters came from out of state, and I thought it would be nice to take them on a boat ride around the harbor. This was my first time as well. We loved it!”
Rent a swan pedal boat on Long Beach’s Rainbow Lagoon. Cruise under the whale mural and see Rainbow Harbor yachts, with LED night rides.
Private 2-hour Long Beach yacht cruise for up to 6 from Rainbow Harbor with Captain Ryan, pro portrait photos, marine life sightings, and a swim option.
“We had such a nice time with Captain Ryan and it was very kid-friendly! I would highly recommend to anyone!!”
A 45-minute narrated cruise in Long Beach Harbor with skyline views, Queen Mary views, sea lions, and real working ships.
“I was really disappointed. I booked a harbor cruise and I expected to cruise along containerships and see the harbor. But as the ship left - it turned to the left - the harbor is on the right! So we left the harbor and headed south, and the container ships got smaller and smaller... I've…”
Glass-bottom boat fun in Avalon: a 40-minute narrated cruise through Lover’s Cove Marine Preserve, ideal for families, with your afternoon free.
“The guide was very friendly and informative. The boat was set up perfect for optimal viewing with large floor window panels We saw the beautiful kelp beds and a lot of different fishes up close. It is perfect for all ages.”
A 45-minute glass bottom boat loop in Redondo Beach with sea lions, marine birds, and underwater fish viewing through wide windows.
“We had a great time! Our captain Jim was so patient with our kids. They walked off asking if we could do it again!”
Champagne and brunch on a Newport Beach harbor yacht cruise with unlimited sparkling drinks, a chef-prepared buffet, and famous views.
“Our waiter Mack was great!! Wish we would’ve gone out to sea a little though.”
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