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San Diego in a day: see the best with one pass

1 day
3 stops
Got just one day in sunny San Diego? We’ve packed the city’s highlights into a fun-filled itinerary, from historic ships to ocean wonders. Enjoy the freedom and value of the All Inclusive pass as you explore at your own pace.
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    Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley: your city adventure awaits

    Start your day on the classic green-and-orange trolley, the easiest way to explore San Diego’s vibrant neighborhoods. With unlimited hop-on, hop-off access, you can check out the Gaslamp Quarter’s lively streets, Old Town’s historic charm, and the waterfront buzz of the Embarcadero. The live guides share quirky stories and local tips, so you’ll feel like a San Diego insider from the get-go.
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    2-Day Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley by Old Town Trolley Tours

    Up to 2 hours
    $99.00Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
    Get a whistle-stop tour of the city with this 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Pass from Old Town Trolley Tours. It's the perfect way to get your bearings when you first arrive.Once you start your tour, you can hop off at any of the 12 stops along the route and re-join when you're ready. Friendly and knowledgeable guides provide the 'transportainment' along the way, giving you the history, context, and trivia relating to everything you’ll see.
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    Birch Aquarium at Scripps: meet the Pacific’s coolest creatures

    Head to La Jolla for a splash of ocean magic at Birch Aquarium. Get up close with playful seahorses, touch tide pool critters, and soak up sweeping coastal views from the outdoor decks. Interactive exhibits make it a hit for all ages, and there are plenty of spots for memorable photos. It’s a perfect blend of fun and learning, just minutes from the beach.
    San Diego Birch Aquarium

    Birch Aquarium at Scripps

    Up to 2 hours
    $34.95Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
    Fifteen minutes north of downtown San Diego, Birch Aquarium nestles among the cliffs of La Jolla. Serving as the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch Aquarium offers hands-on exhibits that spotlight cutting-edge ocean research and introduce guests to an incredible cast of ocean creatures.Discover the wonders of the ocean in Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery, get hands-on with tide animals at the Tide Pool Plaza, and learn so much more about the magic of the aquatic world at this immersive aquarium in San Diego.You'll see everything from sharks and lobsters to turtles while learning all about ocean science and the marine environment. There are daily feedings and sea life interactions to watch, and if you want to get hands-on, you can head to the touch pool and pet sea stars and crabs.Birch Aquarium interprets the research and discoveries of Scripps Institution of Oceanography – a world leader in marine science – so you'll be learning straight from the source.
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    USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum: step into living history

    End your day aboard the legendary USS Midway. Wander the massive flight deck, climb into restored aircraft, and hear firsthand stories from Navy veterans. The self-guided audio tour brings the ship’s past to life, while the harbor views from the deck are unbeatable. For a little extra excitement, try the flight simulators and see if you’ve got the right stuff.
    Midway Museum San Diego | GO San Diego Pass

    USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum

    Up to 3 hours
    $41.00Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
    Take a self-guided tour around 60 exhibits including the sleeping quarters, engine room, galley, and ship jail.Learn all about the ship’s decades of service and the 225,000 sailors that served on board the craft. Explore the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum’s exhibits, multimedia displays, interactive experiences, and more. The audio tour is narrated by Midway sailors who bring the Midway’s history to life with stories of their first-hand experiences living on the ship while at sea for months at a time.Take a step back in time and be amazed at the sheer size and beauty of the scale of the ship. With passes from Go City, you can enjoy this museum + many other local San Diego attractions for one low cost!
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