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San Diego Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

Mother and child enjoying the view on the Best of the Bay Harbor Tour, San Diego.
Historic sailing ship Star of India docked in San Diego harbor.
San Diego skyline with sailboats on the bay during Best of the Bay Harbor Tour.
Statue at Cabrillo National Monument overlooking San Diego skyline and ocean.

Duration

1 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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    • Cruise 20 miles of San Diego Bay on a 90-min narrated tour led by local experts.

    • Your sightseeing cruise covers 50+ landmarks including Seaport Village, Coronado Bridge, and Cabrillo National Monument.

    • The live narration brings San Diego’s history, harbor life, and marine wildlife to life as you spot sea lions, pelicans, and more along the way.

    • Relax in comfort with both climate-controlled indoor seating and open-air decks which are perfect for sightseeing and photos.

    • 90-min cruise of San Diego Bay

    • Live commentary by local San Diego experts

    • Comfortable climate-controlled indoor seating areas

    • Outdoor viewing decks

    • Views of 50+ landmarks including Seaport Village, Shelter Island, Coronado Bridge & Point Loma

    • Food & drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • TOTAL DURATION90 minutes
    MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship

    1 Boarding point

    Pier 2

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    Sights covered

    USS Midway Museum

    USS Midway Museum

    Star of India

    Star of India

    Coronado Bridge

    Coronado Bridge

    Seaport Village

    Seaport Village

    Shelter Island

    Shelter Island

    Naval Base San Diego

    Naval Base San Diego

    North Island Naval Air Station

    North Island Naval Air Station

    Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

    Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

    San Diego Convention Center

    San Diego Convention Center

    Tuna Harbor

    Tuna Harbor

    Harbor Island

    Harbor Island

    Embarcadero Marina Park

    Embarcadero Marina Park

    Downtown San Diego

    Downtown San Diego

    Petco Park

    Petco Park

    USS Dolphin

    USS Dolphin

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Make sure to bring a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking.

    • Dress comfortably in casual clothes and non-slip shoes. It can get breezy out on the bay, so a light jacket or sweater is a good idea.

    • Don’t forget your sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to stay protected from the sun.

    • If you’re prone to motion sickness, it’s best to bring any medication you might need.

    What’s not allowed

    • Outside food or drinks can’t be brought on board.

    • Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the vessel.

    • Pets need to stay home, though registered service animals are welcome.

    • Please leave large bags, coolers, and oversized luggage behind as storage space is limited.

    Accessibility

    • Some of the vessels are wheelchair accessible, but not all decks and boats may be. Please reach out in advance to confirm accessibility for your chosen cruise date.

    • The friendly crew is always happy to help with boarding and seating.

    • Registered service animals are welcome on board.

    • Keep in mind that outer deck access is by stairs only.

    Additional information

    • Plan to arrive at least 30 mins before departure for check-in and boarding.

    • Pay-to-park options are conveniently available nearby.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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