Top San Diego Sightseeing Tours in 2026

A unique two-hour sailing Experience aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna. Limited to six people. Watch for playful dolphins, sea lions, and pelicans. Get hands-on or sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of the city's skyline and waterfront attractions as we sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels and your local Captain shares his knowledge of sailing and San Diego. We invite you to celebrate a special occasion with your partner, family or group and capture the moments in breathtaking photos. No sailing experience is needed for this family-friendly outing, but participation is welcome. We love sharing our knowledge and experience. Choose a public or private tour option when you book. Snacks and bottled water included. Feel free to bring your own easy to handle alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Free cancellation, 100% refund up to 24 hours before your reservation.

Pick up your E-Sport Vehicle and take a holiday lights tour through San Diego's famous downtown and Balboa Park area. Experience the magic of the Holidays on our limited-edition San Diego Holiday lights tour. Explore San Diego under the moonlight and pass by famous attractions such as the USS Midway, Maritime Museum, Seaport Village, Gaslamp Quarter and so much more! Go Car makes it easy for you to navigate around the city because each vehicle has a built-in navigation system that will give you directions and fun facts about the different areas! You'll get to see the famous Gaslamp Quarter and drive through little Italy. Drive along the Harbor and capture the beautiful lights from the boats at sea and check out San Diego's amazing nightlife! Each car hold two people. If booking multiple cars make separate bookings.

If you don’t know your way around San Diego, exploring at night can seem overwhelming. Book this Viator Exclusive: San Diego GoCar Nighttime Self-Guided Tour and see the city’s Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park area under the streetlights, guided by the GoCar’s built-in GPS. Pass the Maritime Museum, San Diego Convention Center, and Seaport Village. Plus, this tour is available only on Viator, so you won’t find it anywhere else.

With a Captain at the helm, you and your friends will enjoy a 2 hours Harbor Tour for up to 8 guests on the amazing Pink Boat in San Diego Bay. Our "Pink Panther" and "Flamingo" are new electric Duffy 2023 boats. Enjoy the view of Downtown San Diego, Coronado Island, and Bridge, Maritime, and Midway museums on the Barbie boat cruise. Best of all, you can bring your drinks on board! Whether you want to toast to the bride-to-be or enjoy a fun day with the girls. And the last one: Everything is better in Pink! The Pink Boat Harbor tour is a fantastic way to: - celebrate a Birthday party on the water - surprise the Bride with the best Bachelorette party idea - comfortable family cruise with kids - Barbie theme teenager Birthday celebration

Experience a luxury private wine tour in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s premier wine region, with a fully customized itinerary featuring three to four amazing wineries, stunning vineyard views, and authentic Baja charm. Guests travel in style by BMW X1 (up to 4 people), XL SUV (5-8 people), or passenger van (up to 12 people) while enjoying curated tastings, boutique wineries, and the option to visit just wineries or pair their day with a Michelin-recognized lunch at Deckman’s en el Mogor, Finca Altozano, or Envero en el Valle. Perfect for romantic getaways, group celebrations, and serious food and wine lovers, this owner-curated Valle de Guadalupe wine tour delivers a personalized, seamless, and unforgettable Baja wine country experience.

Explore San Diego on a private Segway tour, providing the ability to cover more ground than a walking tour but still enjoy the fresh Southern California air. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise along the San Diego Embarcadero, and see interesting sights along the waterfront. Check out areas like Little Italy and Balboa Park, and glide through the popular Gaslamp Quarter.

San Diego has a great wine scene, and a fun way to explore it is to get there by riding in a motorcycle towncar. This is a private tour, great for family members, partners, and more. Wine tastings will be provided at each venue, and you can also choose to order food if you like (own expense). After this half day tour, the rest of the day is yours to do as you please.

Take a break from crowded beaches and paddle out to the gray whale migration grounds off the coast of La Jolla. Your guide ensures you visit the best sighting locations, where your kayak affords you a more intimate experience with the ocean and marine life than you could have on any boat. A kayaking tutorial is included to ensure your comfort and safety.

Drive your GoBuggy, the world’s first storytelling car, through San Diego’s Old Town, where Mexican and Western cultures blend seamlessly. Departing from Old Town, you'll head to Point Loma, stopping at Liberty Station, a former Naval Training Center closed in 1997 and now transformed into a vibrant community of homes, recreational centers, restaurants, and hotels. Next, your GoBuggy will direct you to Shelter Island, offering a stunning view of the Attack Submarine Base. Continue to Cabrillo National Monument and the Point Loma Ecological Reserve to see the historic lighthouse. As you pass the tide pools, be sure to stop and explore the rich aquatic life. Conclude your tour at the romantic Sunset Cliffs, surrounded by eclectic Ocean Beach homes and charming shops, free from chain businesses.

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will get to see why movie producers selected this part of the world when choosing a great movie location.

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San Diego landmarks along downtown where we will see the US Midway, Sea port Village, the Rady shell and we might even pass under the Coronado Bridge! The bay will most likely have stronger winds, allowing us to open the sails and haul forward! And if you are up for it, you can take charge of the helm and lean the vessel with the help of our captain! We provide Family oriented sailing tour that places quality family time in its core mission. We aim to help families set aside time to prioritize time together, where they can talk, laugh, catch up with each other and create lasting memories.

The Private San Diego Highlights Tour introduces our guests to a private VIP guided experience that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. No other tour can include so much fun sightseeing and at so leisurely a pace. In five hours, you will see the best of America’s Finest City! Our tour begins daily at your desired pick-up location and from there we transport you throughout the loveliest and most renowned parts of our city.

Swap crowded ferries and sightseeing tours for a much more intimate alternative—a private boat trip exclusively for your personal group. Set off in the morning for a better chance of spotting wildlife, and benefit from having a captain to take care of the navigating and driving, so you can focus on the views.

Delight in Mexico’s fine wine and food on an intimate wine country tour that takes you across the border from San Diego. Travel to Baja California and visit the wine country hub of Valle de Guadalupe escorted by a local guide. Visit various local vineyards and experience exquisite wine tasting, gourmet cheese tasting, and a Mexican buffet all included. Discover why this area has long been renowned for its locally grown wine and produce. Round off your day gazing out from a terrace with stunning views over the Pacific Ocean.

Charming Julian, an hour east of downtown, could aptly be described “as American as apple pie.” Nestled in the picturesque Cuyamaca Mountains in East County, Julian is famous for its mouth-watering apple pies and cider from local orchards along with a rich California gold rush history. You can find Victorian-style architecture, old-fashioned stores, country-style restaurants, scenic hiking trails and a friendly country atmosphere in one of San Diego’s rural treasures. Discover an exciting learning experience at The Eagle Mining Co. in Julian, California. Our old-fashioned gold mine offers terrific and informative California tours that guide adventures through the world of a 1870s mining operation.

Experience the hidden gems of Southern California’s wine country with an exclusive four-stop journey through the rolling hills of San Diego County. From crisp, coastal breezes to sun-drenched inland valleys, you’ll enjoy curated tastings at lovely estates known for their award-winning varietals and stunning vineyard views.

Follow the Pacific Coast Highway between Los Angeles and San Diego in either direction on a self-guided smartphone audio drive. Hear 40+ GPS-triggered stories about beaches, surf towns, wildlife and coastal history, from Manhattan Beach and the Queen Mary to Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Oceanside and Torrey Pines. A live GPS map shows the route while audio plays through your phone or connected car speakers. Download before departure for offline use, then start anywhere, pause for viewpoints and travel at your own pace. Allow about 4–5 hours plus optional stops and traffic. Bring your own vehicle and smartphone; there is no in-person guide. This is a one-way drive between LA and San Diego, not a return to your starting point. Attractions and interior visits are optional and admission is separate. Seal Beach refuge has restricted entry, and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is currently closed to visitors; the audio route can be completed without entering either site.

Explore San Diego at your own pace with this electric bike rental. You can forge your own way through the streets, or take one of the provided self-guided tours. It’s entirely up to you. You’ll have these bikes for half a day, so you can see as much of the city of San Diego as you like. You won’t get tired walking, because you’ve got your electric bike.

A unique downloadable audio walking tour of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter from carriage works to haunted hotels, and the favored haunts of such characters as lawman Wyatt Earp and Ah Quin, the unofficial but beloved mayor of Chinatown. Our tour is available anytime you want to take an enlightening walk in San Diego. Simply download the Welcome Walks app to your smart phone, enter your code an you are ready to go.

Set sail on the ultimate San Diego adventure! Departing from 955 Harbor Island Drive, our thrilling voyage takes you through breathtaking waters, past iconic landmarks, and into the heart of coastal paradise. Feel the wind in your hair, the sun on your skin, and the pure exhilaration of sailing. Explore hidden gems, soak in panoramic skyline views, and hear incredible stories from our expert guides. Whether you’re seeking excitement, relaxation, or unforgettable memories, this journey delivers it all. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of the ocean—book your adventure today!

Scoot your way between the sites in San Diego at your own pace, and with your private group of family, friends, or colleagues. You’ll be safe on your bike after an included orientation. Just pop on your provided helmet, get comfortable, and start your tour through San Diego’s historical monuments and along the San Diego Bay.

For a fun twist on the typical San Diego tour, first-time visitors shouldn't miss this GPS guided scooter excursion, where you can visit the city's top attractions, all while soaking up the fantastic weather. Just hop on your scooter, start cruising through the city, and feel the wind in your hair as you pass top sights. Highlights include Balboa Park, the Maritime Museum, and even the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise around the San Diego Bay or you want to learn how to pilot a yacht, this private sailing charter is a great way to spend half the day. Head out onto the Bay in a beautifully-restored racing yacht and customize how you want to spend your time. Enjoy otherwise-inaccessible Bay views of downtown San Diego and the city’s Naval Base.

Rockstar offers scenic tours of San Diego Bay for private groups of up to 12 people ranging from 2 to 4 hours depending on your price range. prices listed are for 2 HOURS. We can also custom tailor your cruise to include anchor and swim parties, booze cruises and bar-hopping excursions. These excursions are for private groups only, we do not offer public or single rider fares. Whether its a bachelorette party, birthday, family event or just a scenic cruise around the bay we can tailor your cruise to suit your needs. We also offer options for anchor and swim parties for a relaxing dip in the bay.