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

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Ready for a whirlwind day in San Diego? We’ve packed this itinerary with top tours, stunning views, and effortless ways to get around. With the All Inclusive pass, you’ll breeze through the city’s must-sees—think trolleys, historic ships, and a harbor cruise—while saving money and skipping the hassle.
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    Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley: explore at your own pace

    Start your adventure with the Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley. This breezy open-air ride lets you discover the city’s vibrant neighborhoods—Old Town, Gaslamp Quarter, and Little Italy—while expert guides share quirky stories. Jump off to browse Little Italy’s markets or snap photos of colorful street art. It’s the easiest way to see more, stress less, and set your own schedule.
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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: history and bay views

    Step aboard the USS Midway for a hands-on history lesson. Wander the massive flight deck, climb into real cockpits, and chat with Navy veterans who bring the ship’s stories to life. The panoramic bay views from the deck are unbeatable. After exploring, stroll the Embarcadero for public art and tasty waterfront bites.
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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: see San Diego from the water

    End your day with a relaxing harbor cruise. Glide past the city skyline, under the Coronado Bridge, and spot sea lions lounging on the docks. The open deck is perfect for photos, and the live narration highlights hidden gems along the coast. It’s the perfect way to unwind and soak up San Diego’s waterfront charm.
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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.
    With All-Inclusive Pass
    You'll get 10% off food and drink with your pass!

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