United States · summer (Jun-Aug)

Summer in San Diego: Best Tours & Activities

Pacific beaches, Balboa Park museums, fish tacos, year-round mild light. Boat trips, beach clubs, rooftop tours, outdoor food markets and long-daylight walking tours in San Diego — peak-season activities worth the crowds, all skip-the-line.

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San Diego Harbor Cruise
2h

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
30 min

San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride

A boat ride on San Diego Bay is lovely, but an exhilarating ride on a dual-engine jet boat is an experience to remember.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $45 a person
Glow Boat is a unique Night experience in San Diego Bay! Amazing night date idea for couples or fun getaway for families with kids.
1h

Glow Nightime Pedal Boat Rental in San Diego Bay

- Breathtaking views of the San Diego Downtown at night.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
Cruise underneath the Coronado Bridge
2h 30m

San Diego Harbor Cruise on the Largest Catamaran in San Diego

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht.

  • Free cancellation
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From $55 a person
2h

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
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 30m

Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

Experience the breathtaking beauty of San Diego Bay at sunset aboard our mono-hull sailboat, perfect for up to six passengers.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $119 a person
2h 30m

2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sail with Drinks

Experience the ultimate San Diego sailing adventure with a spacious catamaran cruise, offering your choice of a relaxing daytime sail or a breathtaking sunset sail.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $119 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.
1h

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.

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From $49 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
  • Instant confirmation
From $37 a person
2h

San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

Rev up your excitement with a one-of-a-kind San Diego Speed Boat Adventure!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $89 a person
Chart your course to excitement with SailLiberty!
2h 30m

Top Rated San Diego Sunset Sail Classic Yacht 6 Guests

Skip the crowded tour boats.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $125 a person
2h

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

The most popular cruise in San Diego is the Champagne Brunch Cruise.

  • 4.6★ · 323 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $100 a person
Unique night date idea in San Diego Bay for couples with dogs and families with kids
1h

Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $70 a person
3h

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
2h

Daytime Sailing Along San Diego's Skyline

Set sail with your Captain aboard our sail yacht and see some of San Diego's finest highlights on thisfamily-friendly sailing experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
Dinner with Friends
2h 30m

City Cruises San Diego: Gourmet Dinner Cruise & Skyline Views

Experience a spectacular San Diego evening from the comfort of a comfortable and spacious yacht.

  • Free cancellation
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From $121 a person
1h 30m

Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures

Join me on a journey through one of San Diego's most iconic places.

  • 5.0★ · 73 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
1h

Light Show Bay Cruise

Experience San Diego Bay at night aboard our Light Show Bay Cruise, featuring select seasonal events including our popular 4th of July Fireworks Cruise and SeaWorld's Ocean of...

  • Free cancellation
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From $38 a person
4h

San Salvador Spanish Galleon Adventure Day Sail with General Admission

Your 4-hour San Salvador Adventure Day Sail is your opportunity to step back into time as you step on board this 16th century Spanish galleon.

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  • Half-day
From $85 a person
1h 30m

Clear Illuminated Sunset Kayak Tours in San Diego

Paddle away on a two-hour adventure through the shimmering waters of Mission Bay in San Diego aboard your unique, clear illuminated kayaks.

  • Free cancellation
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From $89 a person
2h

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
Breaching Humpback!
4h

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 30m to 3h

City Cruises San Diego: Buffet Dinner Cruise

Revel in a beautiful evening under the stars with a fun and picturesque Signature San Diego Dinner Cruise on the bay!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $108 a person