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San Diego in a day: top tours, views & easy transport

1 day
3 stops
Ready to see San Diego in just one day? This itinerary is your ticket to the city’s best tours, unbeatable views, and seamless transport. With the All Inclusive pass, you’ll breeze from historic streets to the sparkling bay—no planning headaches, just pure fun and flexibility.
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    Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley: see the city your way

    Start your adventure with the 2-Day Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley by Old Town Trolley Tours. This lively green-and-orange trolley is your rolling guide to the city’s best spots. Cruise past Old Town, Gaslamp Quarter, and Balboa Park, hopping off whenever something catches your eye. The friendly guides share fun stories, and you’ll have plenty of chances for photos. It’s a flexible, fun way to get around and soak up the city’s vibe.
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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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    USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum: step into history

    Next, dive into naval history at the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum. Wander the massive flight deck, climb into real aircraft, and hear firsthand stories from passionate volunteers. The self-guided audio tour brings the ship’s past to life, and the harbor views from the deck are a treat. Don’t forget to try a flight simulator for a hands-on thrill, or chat with docents for extra insights.
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    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!
    With All-Inclusive Pass
    Skip the general ticket line
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    Best of the Bay Harbor Tour: city views from the water

    End your day with the 90-Minute Best of the Bay Harbor Tour by City Cruises. Glide past the downtown skyline, under the Coronado Bridge, and spot sea lions lounging in the sun. The open-air decks are perfect for relaxing and snapping photos, while the captain’s narration adds fun facts about San Diego’s landmarks. It’s a laid-back way to see the city from a fresh angle and wrap up your adventure.
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    90-Minute Best Of The Bay Harbor Tour by City Cruises

    1-2 hours
    $40.66Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
    Sit back, relax and enjoy spectacular views of San Diego Bay. This professionally-narrated harbor boat tour takes in dozens of the city's best sights including Seaport Village, Shelter Island, Coronado Island, Point Loma, and Cabrillo National Monument. You'll cover 20 miles-worth of incredible landmarks and locations. As well as enjoying the sights, you'll also learn about San Diego's local history from the onboard narration and admire the area's stunning natural scenery. City Cruises' onboard staff will point out any marine animals you happen to pass by and you'll have plenty of chances to take photos along the way.
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