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San Diego: USS Midway Museum Entry Ticket
Duration: a few seconds
Enjoy a memorable visit to the USS Midway Museum when you're in San Diego. Skip the line when visiting the longest serving Aircraft Carrier in the American fleet.





San Diego: Harbor Cruise
Duration: an hour
Explore San Diego's best sights on a harbor tour of San Diego Bay. Enjoy beautiful views of important landmarks such as Coronado Bridge, Downtown San Diego, Midway Aircraft Carrier and many more depending on option booked.





San Diego Harbor Cruise
Duration: 2 hours
Take a 1- or 2-hour relaxing harbor cruise through the bay of San Diego, featuring unforgettable views of San Diego's skyline. This fully narrated tour will take you to all the places you want to see with time to spare! Enjoy live commentary that will give you a background, history and highlights of this awesome bay. You'll see some of the largest watercraft in the world up close.





Skip the Line: USS Midway Museum Admission Ticket in San Diego
Duration: 8 hours
Experience life at sea without leaving port by visiting the USS Midway Museum, San Diego's number 1 rated visitor attraction. A visit to this historic naval aircraft carrier museum is an essential experience for people of all ages. Hangar Deck and Flight Deck tour routes will showcase Midway’s exclusive collection of more than 30 restored Navy aircraft and the incredible views of San Diego Bay.





San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Duration: 5 hours
Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we received a 100 percent success rate during winter whale watching when spotting the King of the Deep.
We are one of the best outdoor activities to do in San Diego. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April. Blue whales and fin whales are seen feeding in San Diego from April - August. Humpback whales and minke whales are seen throughout the year, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall. Aboard our 141-foot sailing yacht, the Yacht America, you will see a plethora of whales firsthand in their natural habitat. In addition to whales, we also see dolphins and sea lions, and an abundance of naval activity. Don't be surprised if you see an F-18 fly overhead!
Bring your own picnic, friends, and family for a wonderful day out on the water
We are one of the best outdoor activities to do in San Diego. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April. Blue whales and fin whales are seen feeding in San Diego from April - August. Humpback whales and minke whales are seen throughout the year, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall. Aboard our 141-foot sailing yacht, the Yacht America, you will see a plethora of whales firsthand in their natural habitat. In addition to whales, we also see dolphins and sea lions, and an abundance of naval activity. Don't be surprised if you see an F-18 fly overhead!
Bring your own picnic, friends, and family for a wonderful day out on the water





San Diego Tour: Hop-on Hop-off Trolley
Duration: 2 hours - 16 hours
Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City". Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of San Diego and Coronado at your own pace hopping on and off with the options that best suit your interests.





San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Our trips depart from Mission Bay, which requires only a short 10 minute journey access to the open ocean where whales and dolphins can be seen! The search for whales and other animals begins as soon as you depart the dock and our marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect and what you are seeing from the get go!





San Diego Zoo: 1-Day Admission Ticket
Duration: a few seconds
Spend an enjoyable day visiting the famous San Diego Zoo, home to over 4,500 rare and endangered animals, in addition to a vast botanical collection.





San Diego Seal Tour
Duration: Flexible
It’s a boat! It’s a bus! It’s San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure! Your 1 hour and 45 minute, fully-narrated SEAL Tour departs daily from Seaport Village (825 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego CA 92101).





LEGOLAND® California - 1 Day Admission
Duration: Flexible
Experience a day of imagination and fun during a trip to LEGOLAND California. More than 60 rides, shows and attractions are designed to entertain and expand your mind as you explore the amazing world of LEGO. You also have the option to visit SEA LIFE Aquarium, right next door for a fascinating glimpse into the aquatic world.





San Diego: Hop-on Hop-off Narrated Trolley Tour
Duration: a day
Explore San Diego at your own pace and visit more than 100 points of interest with a One-Day or Two-Day pass to this hop-on hop-off narrated tour. Jump on one of the green or orange trolleys and see the best sites in San Diego.





Los Angeles: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 40+ Attractions
Duration: a few seconds
Enjoy maximum savings and flexibility with this All-Inclusive Pass. Go see it all, with 40+ top attractions and things to do in LA including Universal Studios, Madame Tussauds Hollywood, and more.





San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure
Duration: 2 hours
Experience the thrill of driving your own speed boat on a guided and narrated tour around San Diego's Harbor. You’ll navigate and captain your own speed boat for the entirety of the tour while following a trained and knowledgeable guide in a different boat. There is a two-way communication systems mounted in each boat so you'll be able to hear your guide throughout the tour. This speed boat adventure is a great way see the beautiful San Diego harbor and learn about its history while speeding through water.





San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise
Duration: 3 hours
Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise aboard one of San Diego's finest dining vessels. Spend the evening in luxury as you dine on a gourmet dinner , sip on a complimentary cocktail and enjoy the music throughout the night. Upgrade your dinner cruise to include an unlimited bar option and don't forget your camera – this cruise features 25 scenic miles (40 km) of San Diego's magnificent skyline. Dining on our open-air rooftop deck or inside. Don't forget to bring a jacket for after sunset.





Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Duration: 3 hours
Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina-style sailboat is limited to 6 guests allowing you a comfortable, semi-private experience (or, grab five friends and fill up the whole boat!). Sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks as you soak in the warm sun or watch it drop into the horizon with the glistening city lights behind you. Departure times vary throughout the year. Guest must contact Sail San Diego after purchase for the exact departure time.





San Diego: SEAL City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Duration: 2 hours
Splash into San Diego’s most unique sightseeing adventure. Both tour bus and boat, the San Diego SEAL journeys through San Diego by land and sea.





Brothels, Bites and Booze: A Culinary Tour of San Diego's Questionable Past
Duration: 3 hours
The Brothels, Bites and Booze culinary tour of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter will take you back to a time of scandal and debauchery. Marvel at the antique architecture, learn about the early red light district, and sample flavors at 4 local establishments.





Small-Group San Diego Afternoon Sailing Excursion
Duration: 3 hours
This three-hour adventure on a a beautiful modern-day sailboat is limited to just 6 people, allowing you a comfortable, semi-private experience (or, grab five friends and fill up the whole boat!). Sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks as you soak in the warm sun with the glistening city lights behind you.





La Jolla: Sea Cave Kayaking Tour with Guide
Duration: 2 hours
Explore La Jolla's Ecological Reserve and Seven Sea Caves by kayak, led by a certified trained tour guide. See this marine protected area, home to a thriving ecosystem that boasts one of the highest concentrations of sea life in all of California.





San Diego Scenic Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island - Balboa Park - Old Town & Downtown. It’s a 4-hour tour of the best scenic stops.