things to do in San Pedro, CA

Rent a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard for 4 hours at the Bayside stand

Shape a private Catalina cruise around your plans

Ride a bright orange Garibaldi cart through Avalon with a local guide

Paddle to tide pools and explore sea caves on a guided kayak tour

Gather around private beach fire tables and toast s'mores at sunset.

Friday and Saturday golden-hour wine, charcuterie, and live music on the Lobby Terrace

Play archery dodgeball on The Meadows (ages 8+; book ahead)

Enjoy an exclusive seaside movie screening with chairs, blankets, and refreshments

Stargaze with a trained astronomer at Catalina Point

Dine oceanfront at Mar’sel with winery pours and seasonal courses

Live music, oceanfront views, and cabana seating for summer evenings

Create a colorful Terranea tee with your family

Launch from the dock on a stable paddleboard built for flat-water cruising

Meet a Santa who knows your children's names and Christmas wishes

Step into Santa’s world with a personalized visit and hands-on holiday keepsakes

Spend extra time with Santa in a visit personalized for your family

Take the controls for a ride along the Long Beach coastline

Ride a Sea-Doo GTI 130 along Long Beach's coastline

Create a mermaid portrait with a tail, scale makeup, and a keepsake print

Meet a Catalina Mermaid, pose for photos, and take home a printed keepsake

Get your speed fix on the water with no special training required

Enjoy the annual boat parade from your own captained harbor charter

See Avalon’s sights with a private guide and time for photos

Ride Catalina’s interior roads to Emerald Bay with room for luggage