Looking for the perfect experience gift in Dana Point, California? Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just-because moment, nothing beats giving someone a real experience. We've curated the best local activities and adventures in Dana Point — from adrenaline-pumping track days to relaxing food tours and everything in between. Every experience listed here can be booked directly through the original operator, so you're always getting the real deal.
Things to Do in Dana Point
- Dana Point Dash Scavenger Hunt - Our unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. (from $0.00)
- Cataclysmic Capistrano Scavenger Hunt - Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your p (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from San Juan Capistrano - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Your tiered pricing means the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate—ideal for couples, friends, or private groups of up to 14 guests. Depart (from $0.00)
- Private Full Day San Diego Tour from San Juan Capistrano - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from San Juan Capistrano This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—perfect for families, friend groups, or corporate outings. Your j (from $0.00)
- Private Full day Los Angeles Tour from San Juan Capistrano - Leave the driving to us on a full-day tour private of Los Angeles! Begin with pickup from your Orange County hotel and pass by DTLA landmarks like the Walt Disney Concert Hall and LA City Hall. Stop (from $0.00)
- Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting - Set sail on a 90-minute evening cruise aboard the luxurious 63-foot Ocean Adventure catamaran in Dana Point Harbor. This unique wine cruise, limited to a select number of guests, features tastings of (from $0.00)
- Private Scavenger Hunt in San Juan Capistrano Tour - Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of San Juan Capistrano! Feel like you stepped back in time as you explore the busting Los Rios Historic District. Explore and see th (from $0.00)
- Guided Coastal Hike and Ecology Tour in Dana Point - Explore the beautiful Dana Point coastline at your own pace. Discover the coastal headlands, tide pools, learn about local ecology & wildlife, culture, history, and get the scoop on local recommendati (from $0.00)
- Private Full Day San Diego Tour from Dana Point - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Dana Point This full-day private tour features tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the larger the group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for f (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Dana Point - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Your tiered pricing makes it easy to save—the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate. Perfect for couples, friends, or private groups of up to (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private San Diego Tour from Dana Point - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Dana Point This full-day private tour features tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the larger the group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for f (from $0.00)
- The South Orange County Craft Brewery Tour - Bring your friends and enjoy an evening sampling a variety of award-winning craft beers made by local Orange County breweries without having to drive! Beer flights are included at each stop so you can (from $0.00)
- Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point - Delight in the exciting sights and sounds of the magnificent ocean creatures off Dana Point in Orange County. Known as a landmark for marine life sightings, Dana Wharf’s ocean adventure cruises offer (from $0.00)
- Half Day Dana Point Kayak and Hike - The activity includes an expert local guide that connects adventurers with nature and the local culture, history and unique geographical sites of the location. In a friendly and chill setting, adventu (from $0.00)
- Electric Bike Rentals in Dana Point - E-bike rental to explore Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Beach and it's beautiful surroundings. Get exercise or just go for fun! (from $0.00)
- Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching with Underwater Viewing - Gather the family, kids, and friends to join Dana Point's highest-rated whale watching activity, featuring exclusive Underwater Viewing Pods. For over 25 years we have provided the most unique and ec (from $0.00)
- Up-Close Dolphin & Whale Watching Zodiac Adventure in Dana Point - A fast and fun wildlife adventure awaits your family aboard our zodiac-style vessels (rigid inflatable boats). This cruise of up to 20 passengers gives you a thrilling 2-hour look at Southern Californ (from $0.00)
- Laguna Niguel Electric MTB Tour Salt Creek to Colina Ridge (Beginner) - We will kick off the tour from the Salt Creek Trail which is a pleasant paved path on a gentle descent through suburban Laguna Niguel. Along the way, well-built underpasses ensure you never have to de (from $0.00)
- Pirate Sea Cave Tide Pool Walk at Dana Point - Join Captain Will Radford on a pirate sea cave adventure! Participants are encouraged to DRESS AND TALK LIKE A PIRATE while hiking along the rocky shore, exploring tide pools, viewing of steep cliffs (from $0.00)
- Shared San Diego Tour from South Orange County - Come join us for a fun-filled adventure of touring “America’s Finest City” – San Diego! From the white sand beaches of La Jolla to the oldest Spanish settlement of Old Town, the vibrancy of The Gaslam (from $0.00)
- Easy and Elegant French Cooking Class with Wine near Laguna Beach - Experience a unique French-Californian cooking class in a stunning Southern California coastal home with Ann and Rick. This warm, food-loving couple brings a wealth of culinary knowledge from travels (from $0.00)
- Temecula Wine Tasting Tour - At HAVE FUN TOURS, we create fun-filled trips for our guests. As native Californians, we have extensive knowledge of local tourist spots and hidden gems. We tap into our network of reputable wineries (from $0.00)
- Private Photoshoot Walking Tour of Dana Point Harbor - I'm a Dana Point local with 20 years of love for this incredible harbor community. My passion for photography and walking tours led me to combine what I do best - capturing beautiful moments while sha (from $0.00)