San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour

4.7
(183 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Led by a fun & knowledgeable guide, the 6 hour trip features a 2-hour scenic drive and 4 hours spent at various locations. Learn the history of San Diego between stops with live narration, music & video. See all of San Diego in just a few hours.

Pick up point is at Santa Fe Depot. We first make our way to the historic Gaslamp District & Little Italy. Then over the Coronado Bridge & make a 1 HOUR STOP in the amazing city of Coronado. We then, go up the 5 Freeway to La Jolla Cove for a 45 MINUTE STOP, visit the Sea Lions. Mount Soledad is a 15 MINUTE STOP, see spectacular views of San Diego. Then we make a 1 HOUR STOP at beautiful Balboa Park. We end the tour at the birthplace of California, Old Town, for a 45 MINUTE STOP, before returning to the downtown pick up point.

Finest City San Diego Tours offers FIVE STOPS - the most extensive tour you will ever experience of San Diego!

What's Included

Bottled water
Guided small-group tour of San Diego
Gratuities
Meals & beverages

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

IMPORTANT! THERE IS CONSTRUCTION AT THE PICK UP SPOT. PICK UP WILL BE NORTH OF CONSTRUCTION ZONE ON B STREET BY PETER SEIDLER MURAL. Bus will arrive outside Santa Fe Depot on Kettner Blvd between 9:45-10:00am. Arrive 15 min early. Paid parking behind SF Depot on Pacific Highway. Tour begins 10am.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Santa Fe Depot

    Built in 1915, Santa Fe Depot is our pick up & drop off point.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • Gaslamp Quarter (Pass by)

    We visit the historic Gaslamp District and learn about the history of Alonzo Horton and New Town.

    Admission ticket free
  • Little Italy (Pass by)

    Mama MIa! We drive by the largest Little Italy in America.

    Admission ticket free
  • Embarcadero (Pass by)

    We cruise past Embarcadero, where you will find the iconic Star of India & USS Midway. Then down to Seaport Village, the Convention Center & Petco Park.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Get a glimpse of colorful Chicano Park, a true street art display featuring numerous impressive murals on the bridge pillars.

    Admission ticket free
  • Coronado Bridge (Pass by)

    We take a ride over the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge. Witness spectacular views of the San Diego skyline and Coronado.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Discover a great view of Downtown skyline from Ferry Landing and the elegant Hotel Del Coronado, a true historic landmark dating back to 1888. Get some lunch on Orange Avenue, take a stroll on the beach. There is a 1 hour stop in Coronado, the Crown City.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    La Jolla Cove

    One of the most popular attractions in San Diego. See the seals in their natural habitat. Breath the cool ocean air and explore beautiful La Jolla Cove. There is a 45 minute stop here.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial

    Honor our fallen soldiers and see spectacular views of San Diego. 15 minute stop.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Balboa Park

    Take a walk in San Diego's green paradise, the incredible Balboa Park. Home to the famous San Diego Zoo & site of the 1915 Panama California Exposition. The park is also bustling with museums and landmarks. There is a 45 minute stop for you to discover the beauty of this park.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Old Town San Diego

    Discover San Diego's roots in Old Town, the birthplace of California. Go back in time as you walk through the historic area and some of its emblematic buildings including the haunted Whaley's House and Casa De Estudillo from 1827.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Santa Fe Depot

    Built in 1915, Santa Fe Depot is our pick up & drop off point.

    1 minute Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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