Tours & tickets

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Join the Hop-on Hop-Off Tour of Old Town San Diego at any of the tour's 12 boarding points and visit more than 100 interesting points in Coronado and San Diego at your own pace. You can begin at any time of the day and listen to the entertaining narration of the onboard conductors along the way. San Diego is known as America’s Finest City, and as you explore the sights of Old Town and the scenic coastline you’ll see why. Opt to begin your tour at the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, where you’ll see original adobe homes and artifacts from the earliest Mexican settlements. At the Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, you’ll learn about the importance of the U.S. Navy's presence in San Diego. Then continue on to nearby Seaport Village, where you can stop for refreshments and enjoy shopping and entertainment. In the historic Gaslamp Quarter, you’ll find loads of shops and other interesting places located in Victorian-themed buildings. One particular house of interest is the William Heath Davis House. Built-in saltbox style, it is similar to the original home of Davis, who founded New Town San Diego. When you’re back on the trolley you’ll be entertained once again by the conductor’s narration. Continue on to the well-known Hotel del Coronado, one of America’s leading resorts. You may choose to take a stroll through nearby Balboa Park, along El Prado, the promenade lined with Spanish-style buildings. With more stops than any other tour, this hop-on hop-off trolley ride is guaranteed to deliver. In addition to sightseeing, enjoy free shuttle service to and from select area hotels, a map and day planner, and $70 in discount coupons to use at restaurants and area attractions. Hop on or hop off at 12 convenient stops: A - Old Town State Historic Park (4010 Twiggs St & San Diego Ave.) B - Maritime Museum of San Diego/Star of India (1492 N Harbor Dr) C - San Diego Embarcadero (1004 N. Harbor Dr) D - Headquarters at Seaport Village (789 W Harbor Dr) E - Seaport Village (825 W Harbor Dr) F - Marriott Marquis & Marina (333 W Harbor Dr) G - Gaslamp Quarter (480 4th Ave) H - Petco Park/San Diego Convention Center (855 E Harbor Dr) I - Barrio Logan (1113 E.Cesar Chavez Pkwy) J - Coronado/Orange Avenue (1107 Orange Ave) K - Balboa Park and El Prado Museums (2175 Presidents Way) L - Little Italy (1605 India St)

Get into the Christmas spirit on this holiday lights and sights trolley tour in San Diego. Ride a wave of holiday cheer as you celebrate in the sights, songs, and traditions of the holiday season alongside elf conductors in “America’s Finest City.” Join in sing-along caroling with elf conductors as they share fun holiday facts and traditions. See the festive holiday lights of Old Town, Embarcadero, Bankers Hill, Little Italy, Garrison St and more. When it comes to living that laid-back West Coast lifestyle, San Diegans do it better than most. Whether it’s sunbathing with the seals in La Jolla or seeking out the hottest regional Mexican food, easy and breezy is the order of the day. Because of the year-round picture-perfect weather, sometimes locals and visitors alike need reminding when the holidays are approaching. But when the holidays do come, the city goes all out.

While San Diego is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches, mild climate, and abundance of points of interest, not many people know about the city's darker side. Discover San Diego's long history of unnerving deaths, mysterious occurrences, and ominous sides on a fun and informative guided tour. Travel back in time and hear about the spirits of the notorious characters who lived and died in San Diego. First, venture into the sleepy streets of the Mission Hills neighborhood, where Pioneer Park is transformed at night. Continue to Old Town, walking through El Campo Santo Cemetery and learning about the notorious past of this city full of gunslingers, gamblers, ladies of the night, and many more unsavory characters. Finally, the tour includes a tour of the grounds and exterior of the Whaley House, where many reported paranormal occurrences have taken place.

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, down the Embarcadero to Chicano Park, over the Coronado Bridge & make the first 1 HOUR STOP in Coronado, see the historic Hotel Del Coronado, built from 1888 or take a stroll down Orange Ave.. Then go up the 5 Freeway to La Jolla Cove for another 45 MINUTE STOP, visit the Sea Lions. Mount Soledad is next 15 MINUTE STOP, see spectacular views of San Diego. Next, make a 50 MINUTE STOP at beautiful Balboa Park, site of the 1915 Panama-California Exhibition. We then go to the birthplace of California, Old Town, for a 50 MINUTE STOP to enjoy the many Mexican restaurants, 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!

Simply choose between a 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 7-day pass and save up to 50%* compared to the cost of buying separate attraction tickets. The San Diego All-Inclusive Pass is an all-access pass offering the ultimate in convenience and savings for visitors to the area. Visit the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND, The U.S.S. Midway, take a sightseeing harbor cruise, visit the stunning Japanese Friendship Garden, and much more. With a total of over 50 attractions and tours included with your pass, there is something for everyone and you can visit as many attractions as you like per day. The San Diego All-Inclusive Pass also comes with a digital guide and free app including helpful attraction information including how to get there and opening times. Visit as many attractions as you like with the San Diego All-Inclusive Pass, including some of the most popular things to do in San Diego: • San Diego Zoo • SeaWorld San Diego • USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum • San Diego Zoo Safari Park • Legoland California • Belmont Park Ride & Play Pass • Birch Aquarium at Scripps • San Diego Air and Space Museum • The Fleet Science Center with IMAX • 90-Minute Best Of The Bay Harbor Tour by City Cruises • Japanese Friendship Garden • Whale Watching By City Cruises • Maritime Museum of San Diego • Knott's Berry Farm and more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check the Go City app or digital guide (details on your confirmation voucher) for the full list of inclusions, opening times, and reservation instructions. *Savings based on sample itineraries on Go City website.

Experience San Diego's top attractions and tours and get up to 50%* off combined admission with Go City's Explorer Pass. Simply choose 2, 3, 4, 5, or 7 top attractions from over 40 options and go at your own pace - you have 60 days to use your pass from first activation. Visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo or the USS Midway Museum. Explore more of the city with a hop-on hop-off trolley tour, or a 90-minutes Bay Harbor Cruise. The possibilities are endless. Your pass is fully digital and no physical card is required. Simply download your pass directly to your smartphone or print at home. Show your pass at each attraction for quick and easy entrance. Choose from dozens of popular things to do in San Diego with the Explorer Pass including: • San Diego Zoo OR San Diego Zoo Safari Park (choose 1) • USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum • Belmont Park Ride & Play Pass • Birch Aquarium at Scripps • San Diego Air and Space Museum • 2-Day Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley by Old Town Trolley Tours • The Fleet Science Center with IMAX • 90-Minute Best of The Bay Harbor Tour by City Cruises • Japanese Friendship Garden • Whale Watching By City Cruises • Maritime Museum • San Diego Automotive Museum • San Diego Speed Boat Adventures • San Diego Natural History Museum and more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check the Go City app or digital guide (details on your confirmation voucher) for the full list of inclusions, opening times, and reservation instructions. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

Join a tour with a top speed of 75 miles an hour. Explore San Diego in a green and fun way. See the sights of downtown and see iconic Balboa Park. Embark on a tour of downtown San Diego's sights. See Spanish renaissance architecture, museums, colorful flower gardens, and a world-renowned outdoor organ pavilion. Let your electric tour take you to happen Hillcrest, home to quirky shops and restaurants. Explore an area that is home to some of the best food in the county. Experience a green and open-air adventure as you drive through downtown in a unique way. See the Maritime Museum, the Historic Gaslamp Quarter, and famous Balboa Park among other landmarks.

Discover the best of San Diego on a private tour. Visit the Hotel Del Coronado, Balboa Park, La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, Cabrillo Monument and Old Town. Enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to suit your interests. Start your tour with a visit to the iconic Hotel Del Coronado, built in 1888. Admire the beautiful oceanfront hotel before heading to Balboa Park. See the lovely Spanish architecture and small houses from around the world. Next, drive south to visit the stunning coastline of La Jolla with its rugged beaches and seals basking in the sun. Continue to Sunset Cliffs to see the cliffs and surfers before reaching Cabrillo National Monument for the best views of San Diego. Finish your tour in Old Town. Have enough time to try the delicious Mexican food and have a margarita before heading back to your hotel or the airport.

Get the perfect overview of San Diego’s landmarks and history on this 2-hour Segway tour. From downtown, through the Gaslamp Quarter to the Embarcadero and waterfront, we cover the main sights of the first city in California. The Gaslamp Segway Tour is a great introduction to San Diego. The Gaslamp district is where we started our business, and gives this tour its name. Get to know the historic heart of San Diego and see what makes the Gaslamp District home to the city’s most exciting events and nightlife, but there’s more to the tour than this charming quarter. Take in the impressive San Diego The Convention Center and breathe in Pacific air at the Seaport Pier. Enjoy a beautiful San Diego skyline view, see the USS San Diego Memorial and USS Midway on the water, check out the urban tree exhibit and Inez Parker Rose Garden, and much more! Explore San Diego by Segway to experience the sights and history of the first city in California.

If you’re looking for a way to turn San Diego into a giant board game, try the Urban Adventure Quest. This is an interactive scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour sightseeing tour of San Diego. Guided from any smartphone, groups make their way among well-known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning about local history. The adventure begins at the Waterfront Park and takes you on a well-designed course through Little Italy, the waterfront, and down to the war memorials. The tour involves approximately 2.5 miles of walking and uses the downtown transit system at one point in the game. Using a smart phone as your guide means that you can begin when you like and determine your own pace of play. Stop for a stroll in the park or gelato in Little Italy. The Quest is offered at a fixed price per group rather than per person, making this city tour/game great value for those on a budget. Points of Interest on Your Quest: • Little Italy • Maritime Museum • USS Midway • Bob Hope Memorial • "Kissing the War Goodbye" Statue