Top La Jolla Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Enjoy sublime coastal scenery as you spot marine life during this kayaking trip to La Jolla’s sea caves and ecological reserve. Paddle alongside your expert naturalist guide as you observe the numerous species of birds, dolphins, sea lions, and even orcas of the area. Kayak among the lush kelp beds that grow in the reserve and, if conditions permit, explore inside the sea caves that dot the rocky coastline.

Discover the stunning La Jolla coastline with our kayak rentals, perfect for adventurers of all ages. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your leisure while observing vibrant marine life and beautiful underwater landscapes. Rentals come with essential gear and safety training, ensuring a smooth experience. - 90 minute - All kayak rentals include necessary equipment and safety gear - Convenient beach pickup and drop-off for all rentals Exclusions: - Locker rentals - Wetsuit Rentals

Skip the crowded tour boats. Liberty carries just six guests and that changes everything. Sail San Diego Bay aboard a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop with Captain Phil, a USCG-licensed captain with 55 years of sailing experience. Whether you choose an afternoon sail or stay for sunset, the experience is calm, unhurried, and genuinely personal — less like a tour, more like being invited onto a private yacht. Take in the San Diego skyline, Coronado Bridge, and USS Midway from the water — no narration script, no rushing, just the bay at its best. Afternoon sail — open skies, warm sun, and the city in full view. Sunset sail — watch the sky change over the water as the city lights come on. Ideal for couples and travelers who want an authentic, uncrowded San Diego sailing experience. All sails are 2.5 hours. Included: craft beer, California white wine, soft drinks, and packaged snacks. Paid marina parking available. Gratuity for the captain is appreciated and not included.

Book this small group tour to get out on the San Diego Bay on a comfortable Catamaran at sunset. Your captain will make sure you are comfy with a glass of white wine, beer, and soft drinks onboard. Just relax as you sail along with your small group, checking out the San Diego skyline while looking out for friendly sea lions and sometimes dolphins.

Discover the natural wonders around the San Diego coastline with a marine biologist as your guide on this small-group tour. The guide, with over 20 years of combined science and education experience, tells you all about the sea creatures and critters you’ll spot in their natural habitat—from what they eat to how you can better protect them.

Go with the La Jolla water sports company consistently voted #1 in the area. We are a proud local company that is continually upgrading our equipment and involved in our community helping at-risk youth experience the water. We are also a member of 1% for the Planet, providing 1% of our profits for beach clean-up. Rent from us and you'll enjoy 90 minutes of kayaking for two in the beautiful La Jolla Ecological Reserve.

Take a guided ride through La Jolla and Pacific Beach on an e-bike. Enjoy the feeling of pedalling with power as you cruise along some of San Diego’s most picturesque spots. See the sea lions at La Jolla Cove, watch the waves crash at Windansea Beach, and tour some of San Diego’s most lavish neighborhoods on a tour that’s suitable for all levels of rider.

Guests get to kayak out into the La Jolla Ecological Reserve with trained professional guides to take them to various snorkel sports in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve (spot depends on safety and may change depending on the day.) Once the group arrivals at chosen snorkel spot, the guides will till all of the kayaks together with rope and drop a sea anchor, so the kayaks are stationary, and the guests get to hop out and snorkel in the majestic waters of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. After the snorkeling portion, guests kayak back to the launching point. Entire duration last two hours. No snorkel experience necessary but preferred. Must be a comfortable swimmer in the ocean to participate.

Experience the luxury and elegance of La Jolla, California on a remarkable walking tour with Another Side Of San Diego Tours. Stroll through the exclusive La Jolla Village, filled with upscale shops and gourmet restaurants, and admire the beautiful homes surrounded by lush subtropical plants. Explore the bluffs, coves, and rocky shoreline of La Jolla’s spectacular coast and witness the breathtaking views of the Pacific. View the coast and learn about the 200,000-year-old caves carved out by the surf. With a high level of service and the #1 Tour Company in San Diego, this 90-minute walking tour is available daily and on the hour with advanced reservation. Book now and experience a time to remember.

Book the Best E-Bike Tour In La Jolla. Your bike adventure will begin at Hike Bike Kayak’s storefront where you’ll check-in and get fitted on your pedal assist-E-bike. Breeze up and down the coastline and appreciate San Diego’s famous scenery including Windansea Beach, Bird Rock, the Children’s Pool, and La Jolla Cove. This tour is one of the best ways to experience San Diego’s jewel coast. Our experienced tour guides (who have been trained by a 3rd generation La Jollan) will steer you in the right direction and show you La Jolla’s hidden treasures. (Must have biking experience, must be at least 5'2 in height as well.)

Petco Park is known for being the home of the baseball team the San Diego Padres and this behind-the-scenes tour gives you access to areas of the park that you wouldn't be able to get if just visiting to watch a game. See exclusive areas such as the Press Box, the Private Luxury Suite, and the Major League Dugout, and learn about past players as your walk past the Hall of Fame areas.

A rare sunset sailing adventure aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna: small group limited to six people, local captain sharing stories, hands-on sailing, and unforgettable vistas of San Diego. Watch for playful sea lions, dolphins, and pelicans. Participate or sit back and enjoy breathtaking sunset views of the city's skyline and waterfront attractions as we sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels. 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.

Avoid crowds and traffic in San Diego and have a peaceful adventure on the water with this small-group sailing tour. Keeping the group size small ensures a more personalized experience, without the noise and crowds of large group sightseeing boats. Along the way, pass by lots of great photo opportunities—including the Star of India, Coronado Bridge, and views of the city’s skyline.

Eat your way around the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego, California like a local with the help of your guide on this small-group walking food tour. Learn about this history of the area from your guide while you stroll around town, tasting different foods and drinks as you go.

Welcome to the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" – your gateway to an extraordinary adventure in the heart of La Jolla! Our expert local guide will lead you through stunning coastal views, historic landmarks, and thrilling wildlife encounters, all while unraveling the captivating history of this charming village. In one of the world's most beautiful places, you'll hear captivating stories about founders, philanthropists, and famous residents. Brace yourself for lively marine life sightings, including sea lions, seals, osprey, pelicans, cormorants, and, if luck is on our side, even dolphins or orcas. Conclude your adventure with a leisurely stroll through downtown La Jolla, where you can explore art galleries, indulge in fine dining, and discover historical buildings. Join us for the "La Jolla Village Discovery Walk" and immerse yourself in a captivating experience that seamlessly blends scenic wonders, wildlife, and a profound appreciation for the history and culture of La Jolla.

We've turned UC San Diego into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Your PokemonGo style app will take you to 8 iconic places around campus. At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room Our experiences are perfect for families, solo travelers, work colleagues, folks looking for a fun date idea and basically anyone who wants to have fun exploring interesting places. For the UC San Diego Campus Campus Adventure you will need to solve a mystery adventure. You will completye a fun task at each of the following locations: The Bookstore Dr. Seuss Memorial Triton Fountain Sun God Statue Mandeville Auditorium Epstein Family Amphitheater Snake Path and the Price Center Theater. In short, you will walk around 2 miles as you find clues, learn fun facts and solve puzzles. You will learn amazing local history like Over 200,000 players have used our app to explore the world. We can't wait for you to play as well!

SDBK is the top ranked kayak operator by the City of San Diego for kayak operations. This ranking is based on meaningful criteria including the extensiveness and quality of our training programs, our proprietary guide certification process and stringent guidelines, our operating procedures, the quality and content of our opperations, our Water Safety Plan and Emergency Response Plan. Additionally, we are the closest operator to the beach in La Jolla and we also have the most available tours as the top ranked largest operator. Cave entry is not permitted on a rental; however, you can book one of our guided tours. If conditions do permit entry into the largest sea cave we access on our guided tours. Our priority is guest safety and we are unable to enter the Clam's Cave is ocean conditions do not permit.

Here's what you'll find on the La Jolla tour. La Jolla is a small, upscale town tucked away in the city of San Diego, and is one of the most charming spots in the region with its incredible views and beaches. A detour here is a must for a successful visit to Southern California. This tour includes: Beautiful scenery, much of the tour is spent by the ocean and golden sandstone cliffs Animals, sea lions, pelicans and cormorants live year round on the shores of La Jolla. A hidden cave overlooking the ocean, only accessible through a tunnel built in 1903 (we will tell you the story of the cave and show you where it is and you will decide if you want to go after the tour or not. This is not included in the tour) La Jolla's art galleries, boutiques and hotels, including the first National Geographic store displaying the finest photographs The best ice cream shop in California with ice cream made from fresh fruit every morning

Slap on some sunscreen, give your legs a light stretch, and get ready to cruise to some of La Jolla’s best sightseeing spots on this popular San Diego e-bike tour! Take in amazing panoramic views at the top of Mount Soledad before an exhilarating descent into Pacific Beach. With the power of an electric bike, you’ll cover more ground with ease while soaking up the sun, surf, and vibrant outdoor San Diego culture. This 2.5 to 3-hour tour is led by our delightful, certified La Jolla tour guides.

Enjoy a seamless day on the water with this snorkel equipment packages that provides sanitized, quality, and specially engineered equipment for snorkeling in the marine protected waters near the La Jolla Cove. Guests can use VR video to navigate to the best coves and caves and have access to complimentary lockers for an easy, carefree experience in the water.

Find hidden gems and learn all about the neighborhood with the help of a friendly guide on this historic walking tour. From the village to the coast, you’ll walk at a leisurely pace for around three miles as you hear stories about La Jolla’s past, from philanthropists and awe-inspiring women to murderers. They can also share dining and activity advice tailored to your interests.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of La Jolla, a coastal town known for its rugged coastline and posh shopping, helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map app past art galleries, historic churches and hotels, and parks, finishing at the Sunny Jim Sea Cave. Start, stop, and pause the tour whenever you’d like.

Relax in the sun aboard a catamaran in San Diego Bay on this small group sailing excursion. Your captain will welcome you aboard with beer, wine, and soft drinks. You can relax, sunbathe, look at the sea life, and help sail if you like. You’ll also be keeping costs down with this small group tour.