7-Day San Diego Itinerary

A light first day. Walk, eat, sleep early.

1. Morning

   Settle in. A walking tour to map your neighborhood and a long table for dinner.

   

   1h 15m · 5.0★ · 46 reviews

   Historical Walking Tour of San Diego

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $15 a personReserve on Viator
2. Midday

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h 15m · 4.8★ · 2.5k reviews

   Old San Juan Walking Tour

   • Top-rated · 4.8★
   • Bestseller
   • Free cancellation

   From $39 a personReserve on Viator
3. Afternoon

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h · 4.7★ · 18 reviews

   Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Likely to sell out

   From $35 a personReserve on Viator
4. Evening

   Complement to the day.

   

   3h · 5.0★ · 71 reviews

   San Diego Walking Food Tour and Ferry to Coronado Island

   • 5.0★ · 71 reviews
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $113 a personReserve on Viator

1. Midday

   A quiet day to wander on your own terms.

   No Viator picks matched this slot — leave it free, or explore the catalog and add something yourself.

Earned by yesterday’s long lunches.

1. Morning

   Push your legs, your stomach, your nerve. Reset by evening.

   

   1h 45m · 4.8★ · 186 reviews

   San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

   • Top-rated · 4.8★
   • Free cancellation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $56 a personReserve on Viator
2. Midday

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h 15m · 5.0★ · 423 reviews

   The Escape Game San Diego: 60-Minute Adventure in Gaslamp Quarter

   • Top-rated · 5.0★
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $46 a personReserve on Viator
3. Afternoon

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h to 3h · 4.6★ · 1.7k reviews

   San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

   • 4.6★ · 1709 reviews
   • Bestseller
   • Free cancellation

   From $71 a personReserve on Viator
4. Evening

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h 30m · 4.4★ · 14 reviews

   San Diego Balboa Park: Mystery Puzzle Adventure

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Private tour

   From $7 a personReserve on Viator

Mid-trip, when home base feels familiar enough to leave for a day.

1. Morning

   Out and back. A different town for a day; home for dinner.

   

   6h · 4.7★ · 561 reviews

   Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

   • 4.7★ · 561 reviews
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $93 a personReserve on Viator
2. Midday

   Complement to the day.

   

   7h · 4.7★ · 159 reviews

   Mexican Street Food: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

   • 4.7★ · 159 reviews
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $129 a personReserve on Viator
3. Afternoon

   Complement to the day.

   

   5h · 4.5★ · 105 reviews

   Tijuana Toe Dip: Day Trip from San Diego

   • 4.5★ · 105 reviews
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $78 a personReserve on Viator
4. Evening

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h 30m · 5.0★ · 311 reviews

   Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

   • Top-rated · 5.0★
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $119 a personReserve on Viator

Slow afternoon, water at golden hour, a small dinner after.

1. Midday

   A quiet day to wander on your own terms.

   No Viator picks matched this slot — leave it free, or explore the catalog and add something yourself.

1. Morning

   No plans. Lean on hidden-gem options if you want.

   

   96h · 4.9★ · 14 reviews

   The Ultimate Self-Guided Hidden Gems Tour in Puerto Rico

   • Instant confirmation

   From $5 a personReserve on Viator
2. Midday

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h · 5.0★ · 35 reviews

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

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $49 a personReserve on Viator
3. Afternoon

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h · 4.4★ · 28 reviews

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

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $82 a personReserve on Viator
4. Evening

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h 15m · 4.2★ · 175 reviews

   San Diego Ghosts and Gravestones: A Haunted Trolley Tour

   • Free cancellation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $49 a personReserve on Viator

Loose ends only. Nothing that requires logistics.

1. Morning

   Walk, taste, photograph. Nothing that requires a reservation.

   

   2h · 4.9★ · 636 reviews

   Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline

   • Top-rated · 4.9★
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $109 a personReserve on Viator
2. Midday

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h 15m · 4.5★ · 283 reviews

   San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $42 a personReserve on Viator
3. Afternoon

   Complement to the day.

   

   2h 30m · 4.9★ · 349 reviews

   Top Rated San Diego Sunset Sail Classic Yacht 6 Guests

   • Top-rated · 4.9★
   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation

   From $125 a personReserve on Viator
4. Evening

   Complement to the day.

   

   1h 30m · 5.0★ · 27 reviews

   Clear Illuminated Sunset Kayak Tours in San Diego

   • Free cancellation
   • Instant confirmation
   • Short pick · ≤2h

   From $89 a personReserve on Viator