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Newport Beach Day Trips: The Best Itinerary

Newport Beach is a great base on the Orange County coast. Here is how to explore beyond the harbour — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Catalina
  2. 2Whales
  3. 3Duffy
  4. 4Beyond

The Catalina ferry

A day on the island at Avalon.

A whale-watching cruise

Wildlife off the coast.

A Duffy boat

The calm harbour bay.

Newport Beach day trips — FAQ

What day trips are near Newport Beach?
The Catalina Island ferry, whale-watching cruises and the beaches of Laguna and Huntington along the coast.
How far is Catalina Island?
About one hour by ferry across the channel to Avalon.
What is the top day trip?
The ferry to Catalina Island for snorkelling, zip-lining and the harbour town of Avalon.