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Top 2 Shore Excursions in San Diego

2 tours  ·  from $54

The 2 shore excursions we would book right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it actually suits. Number one is first for a reason.

San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour - What you see during the 30-minute land portion
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San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

1.San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $53Our pick

Take a 90-minute narrated ride from Seaport Village in an amphibious vehicle, with about 30 minutes on city streets and 60 minutes on San Diego Bay. Look for sea lions, seals, pelicans, and dolphins while guides such as Kim and Dan share local history. Bring a jacket.

“My husband has mobility issues and has a walker. This tour is so handicap friendly, providing a lift rather than just stairs. Our tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. This tour is great for all ages and very accommodating. We had a great experience.”

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San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour - Walk the Embarcadero from the Maritime Museum to the USS Midway
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San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

2.San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Ride an open-air trolley through San Diego with live narration and 11 stops, from Old Town and the waterfront to Coronado, Balboa Park, Barrio Logan, and Little Italy. Guides such as Matt, Orlando, Janie, James, Jim, and John have earned praise for lively local stories. Expect roughly 30-minute service between trolleys.

“I was in San Diego for two days, so the Hop on Hop Off was perfect to see all the different parts of this beautiful city. Plus hear the history about all the sections. Nice options of where to walk around or not.”

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