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Hidden Gems in San Diego

Pacific beaches, Balboa Park museums, fish tacos, year-round mild light. The lesser-known corners of San Diego most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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Top experiences in San Diego

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San Diego Harbor Cruise

Take a 1- or 2-hour relaxing harbor cruise through the bay of San Diego, featuring unforgettable views of San Diego's skyline.

4.5★ · 3219 reviews
Bestseller

From $37 a person

3h to 6h

Mexico City Custom Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

Go beyond sightseeing with a fully immersive experience led by a passionate local host.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $76 a person

1h 45m

San Diego Seal Tour

Hop aboard San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure for an unforgettable 1 hour and 45 minute tour that combines city sights with aquatic enchantment.

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $56 a person

1h 45m

San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $56 a person

2h to 8h

Nagasaki Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden Gems

Nagasaki is a city shaped by exchange, faith, conflict, and rebuilding.

4.9★ · 53 reviews
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City".

4.7★ · 2755 reviews
Bestseller

From $57 a person

Explore the beauty of San Diego Bay on sun-shaded and comfortable pedal boats! We will cruise as a group, and our guide will share great tips about the area with the group and capture lovely photos.

Pedal Boat rental in hidden part of San Diego Bay! Family fun

Located on Shelter Island, a well-known area of San Diego where some of the best seafood restaurants and fishing landings are located.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $49 a person

Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side

Discover San Diego’s most evolving foodie neighborhood the East Village.

4.9★ · 85 reviews
Free cancellation

From $90 a person

Valencia PRIVATE Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with a Local

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Valencia from a unique perspective!

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $98 a person

3h 30m

Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

During this tour, you will learn about the rich history, culture, and architecture of the area from one of our highly trained guides throughout the way.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $93 a person

Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila in San Diego

2h 30m

San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $85 a person

Porto PRIVATE TOUR With Locals: Highlights & Hidden Gems

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Porto with hidden gems that only a local can show you.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $93 a person

1h 30m

City Cruises San Diego: Scenic 90-Minute Narrated Harbor Tour

Discover the best of San Diego Bay on our expertly narrated harbor tour.

Free cancellation
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From $37 a person

San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise aboard one of San Diego's finest dining vessels.

Free cancellation
Half-day

From $126 a person

Sweet Treats of San Diego & Little Italy: Donuts, Pastries & More

Get ready for a sweet adventure on the new San Diego Underground Donut Tour!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $85 a person

1h 30m to 2h

Explore Coronado Island on a Self Guided Audio Tour

Discover the history and charm of Coronado Island on this self-guided audio walking tour.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $10 a person

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego!

Top-rated · 4.8★
Bestseller

From $85 a person

2h to 3h

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Set sail from scenic Mission Bay and encounter some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures on a 2–3 hour whale-watching adventure in San Diego.

4.6★ · 1709 reviews
Bestseller

From $71 a person

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

INCLUDED in your fully-guided 4.5 hour San Diego Winery tasting adventure - Transportation (convenient meeting/drop off locations) - Hands on viticulture demos: taste the grapes...

4.9★ · 73 reviews
Free cancellation

From $246 a person

San Diego GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park Sights

If you want to see almost all of the greatest sights that San Diego has to offer.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $82 a person

Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline

Enjoy an evening sailing under the sunset on a relaxing sailing cruise with a unique perspective on San Diego that you can only get from the water.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $109 a person

1h 30m

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego is known for its stunning beaches and sunny days, but on this Trolley tour, you will get the chance to see this city from a unique and lesser known perspective—at night!