Tours and Tickets to Experience Downtown San Diego

There are plenty of ways to experience downtown San Diego. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now.

• San Diego Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

• San Diego Seal Tour

• Gaslamp Quarter Food and Drink Tour: Brothels, Bites & Booze

• Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

• Small Group San Diego Sailing Excursion 

Exploring downtown San Diego on your own is free, but affordable tours make getting to know the area even more fun. Hop-on hop-off trolley tours start at US$54, while small group sailing excursions are US$125. Foodie tours of the Gaslamp Quarter or Little Italy run around US$90.

Downtown San Diego has recreational and cultural must-sees. Stroll the historic Gaslamp Quarter, shop and dine at Seaport Village, explore the legendary USS Midway Museum, or catch a game at Petco Park. It’s also a great starting point for whale-watching tours.

Yes. Downtown San Diego is well-connected by public transportation. The San Diego Trolley, MTS buses, and COASTER commuter trains make it easy to explore top spots like the Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, and the Embarcadero. For more flexibility, hop-on hop-off trolley tours let you choose the sights you want to explore.

Absolutely! Downtown San Diego offers plenty of family-friendly activities. Explore the USS Midway Museum, ride the historic carousel at Seaport Village, or catch a Padres game at Petco Park. Kids love interactive exhibits at the New Children’s Museum and waterfront adventures along the Embarcadero.

Thanks to San Diego’s mild climate, there’s no bad time to visit downtown. Spring and fall offer the best weather with fewer crowds, while summer is packed with festivals and Padres games at Petco Park. Winter is perfect for whale watching along the coast.