SAN DIEGO
San Diego’s best days out.
A short guide to the 15 best city tours, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who you book it through.
Ride an amphibious bus into San Diego Bay for seal sightings, harbor wildlife, and big-hitter sights like USS Midway on a 100-minute tour.
Most Popular“Fabulous sights and great information. Seeing the seals is the highlight! Would highly recommend this tour!”
A 90-minute narrated San Diego Bay cruise with close harbor views, Navy landmarks, and Point Loma sights from a Coast Guard certified yacht.
“We saw some very impressive Navy ships and an aircraft carrier called the Midway! I was proud to be an American!”
See Gaslamp Quarter lights, Balboa Park glow, and Coronado skyline photos on a 90-minute San Diego night trolley tour.
“it was informative a bit of traffic due to event happening that weekend but overall good”
A 1.5-hour narrated San Diego Bay cruise by yacht. See Coronado Bridge, Navy ships, USS Midway, and waterfront landmarks with live guidance.
“Excellent trip with great narration. We did the 2 hour trip which gave a nice contrast and understanding of the geography.”
Bottomless mimosa brunch cruise on San Diego Bay with a private table, scenic views of Coronado and Point Loma, and a 2-hour ride.
“Amazing. The cruise was amazing, great food, atmosphere, and great drinks. Server could have been more attentive but overall it was fabulous and definitely recommend it”
Gourmet 3-course dinner cruise on San Diego Bay with DJ music, skyline and USS Midway views, plus coffee and scenic night lights.
“Meal was mediocre at best. Service was ok but not stellar. Boat problems meant we never left the dock. Was offered a voucher to go again but being out of town that doesn’t help. Reduced fee would have been a better option.”
Small-group San Diego city and beach tour with Gaslamp District, Little Italy, Coronado Bay Bridge, La Jolla seals, Balboa Park, and Old Town.
“It was great! It showed us many highlights of San Diego. The driver was very informative. He was very helpful getting my husband's walker on and off the bus.”
One guided 1.5-hour bus ride showing Gaslamp, Balboa Park, Coronado Bridge, and waterfront city lights.
“The lights going across the bridge and down around the turn with the city lit up is amazing!! Have your cameras ready, some great pictures go by with little advance warning.”
San Diego Bay dinner cruise with a plated gourmet meal, full bar, and DJ dance party—sunset views of Coronado and USS Midway.
“Staff was fantastic, food was great & the vibe was very lively”
San Diego whale and dolphin cruise with expert captains, natural history volunteers, indoor/outdoor comfort, and a whale-check rebooking option.
“We lucked out and found a blue whale. We had multiple sightings. Captain and crew were great. Also saw several pods of dolphins. Great experience.”
San Diego brunch cruise: 2-hour bay ride, chef buffet, unlimited champagne, and captain narration of USS Midway and Coronado.
“Fantastic mimosas - fantastic breakfast buffet- and excellent service!! Would definitely go again if I return to San Diego!”
5.5-hour San Diego tour with live narration, Balboa Park, Old Town, Coronado, and La Jolla Cove seals. Cruise-terminal pickup.
“Liked that we got to see so much of SD as a great overview so we knew what we wanted to see again and spend more time at”
Ride a pedal-assist e-bike through San Diego’s top sights, from the Gaslamp Quarter and USS Midway to Balboa Park, in 2.5 hours.
“The tour was very entertaining and it was great fun to explore the city on an e-bike. The support on site was good and the guide was very committed. The bikes were not quite ideal.”
City Cruises San Diego buffet dinner cruise with downtown skyline, Coronado Bridge views, a DJ, and attentive staff for about 2.5–3 hours.
“It was great! Wonderful experience with my mom and aunts. Food was good! Staff amazing! Very good value.”
Private 4-hour San Diego highlights tour for up to 4 with guide Julie. Drive, mini walks, and photo stops from Balboa Park to Old Town.
“We had an incredible day with Julie! We were picked up at our ship and had an amazing day visiting San Diego, Lo Jolla and Coronado. Julie showed us so many hidden gems that you would never experience in a large tour bus. She was so informative it was like doing a tour with a…”
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