Top 25 ACA Summer Bucket List Activities for 2025 

Ready to make the summer of 2025 unforgettable? Whether you’re catching sunsets on island cliffs, discovering legendary art, or savoring new flavors around Europe, ACA Summer programs deliver once-in-a-lifetime moments across the globe. Check out our top 25 must-do experiences to complete your ultimate ACA adventure: 

  1. Wander the vibrant aisles of La Boqueria in Barcelona, overflowing with fruits, sweets, seafood, and local delicacies. 
    https://acasummer.com/barcelona 
  1. Marvel at Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and other masterpieces at the world-famous Uffizi Gallery in Florence. 
    https://acasummer.com/florence 
  1. Rollerblade or relax along Nice’s Promenade des Anglais by the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. 
    https://acasummer.com/nice 
  1. Get dazzled by the spectacular light, music, and color of the Montjuïc Magic Fountain Show in Barcelona. 
    https://acasummer.com/barcelona 
  1. Walk the historic city walls of Dubrovnik and take in views of Croatia’s terracotta rooftops and turquoise seas. 
    https://acasummer.com/croatia 
  1. Swim in the crystal-clear waters and bask on Santorini’s famous black sand beaches. 
    https://acasummer.com/greece-extension 
  1. Soak up the sun and surf the waves at Zuma Beach, a California classic. 
    https://acasummer.com/socal 
  1. Sip a latte in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and wander its charming labyrinth of alleys, cathedrals, and street performers. 
    https://acasummer.com/barcelona 
  1. Join the ACA Welcome Scavenger Hunt in Malibu – the perfect way to meet friends and kick off your adventure. 
    https://acasummer.com/socal 
  1. Taste authentic Italian pizza straight from the wood-fired oven during your European Teen Tour. 
    https://acasummer.com/european-teen-tour 
  1. Stand in awe at Florence’s Duomo, then explore historic churches like San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, and Santa Croce.  https://acasummer.com/florence/
  1. Stand beneath the Lincoln Memorial and admire DC’s monuments on our Georgetown Pre-College program. 
    https://acasummer.com/georgetown 
  1. Take an early jog along Lake Mendota’s scenic lakeshore trail on the Madison, Wisconsin program. 
    https://acasummer.com/wisconsin 
  1. Surf postcard-perfect beaches and join a traditional Hawaiian luau on our California & Hawaii Teen Tour. 
    https://acasummer.com/cali-hawaii-teen-tour 
  1. Climb to the top of the Acropolis and gaze out from the Parthenon in Athens. 
    https://acasummer.com/greece-extension 
  1. Help protect wildlife on our Costa Rica Community Service trip! 
    https://acasummer.com/costa-rica 
  1. Help mentor local children in Hawaii. 
    https://acasummer.com/hawaii-service 
  1. Ride the waves like a pro during surf lessons with Malibu Makos at Zuma Beach. 
    https://acasummer.com/malibu-surf-camp 
  1. Level up your soccer game with elite coaches on NCAA-quality fields at our Malibu Soccer Camp. 
    https://acasummer.com/malibu-soccer-camp 
  1. Train with Nike-certified pros and sharpen your skills at our Malibu Tennis Camp. 
    https://acasummer.com/malibu-tennis-camp 
  1. Work on ball handling, shooting, and teamwork while enjoying the sun at our Malibu Basketball Camp. 
    https://acasummer.com/malibu-basketball-camp 
  1. Paddle across beautiful Lake Champlain by kayak or pedal boat during your time in Vermont. 
    https://acasummer.com/vermont-middle-school 
  1. Take in sweeping views of the city from the heights of Tibidabo at sunset in Barcelona. 
    https://acasummer.com/barcelona 
  1. Walk among Hollywood legends on the Walk of Fame and experience LA’s glitzy energy. 
    https://acasummer.com/socal 
  1. Dive into the artistic heart of Nice with visits to the Musée Matisse, Musée Chagall, and the Museum of Modern Art. 
    https://acasummer.com/nice 

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