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San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

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San Diego, USA

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Live commentary on board
  • Local taxes
  • Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map https://sd.map.audiometours.com/
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.
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What To Expect

Old Town Trolley Tour of San Diego

11 Stops | 17 Points of Interest


Duration: 2 hours


Operating Schedule: Times vary depending on season. Operates 9:00am to 6 pm (last tour departs Old Town at 4 pm) from March 11-October 29th; Operates 9:00am to 5 pm (last tour departs Old Town at 3 pm) from October 30th-March 10th. Trolleys arrive at each boarding location approximately every 20 minutes. Guests will be given brochures when they begin the tour and can refer to the schedules printed in the brochure to see the first tour time, last tour time, and last re-boarding time at each boarding location. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

4010 Twiggs St

Stop 1: Old Town State Park - Stop A is located at the entrance to the Historic State Park and Old Town Market, featuring over 40 specialty gift shops. Across the street is the historic Immaculate Conception Church.

Maritime Museum of San Diego

Stop 2: Maritime Museum & Star of India - Stop B is located on the Embarcadero. Across the street is the Waterfront Park and County Administration building.

1004 N Harbor Dr

Stop 3: Embarcadero Marina - Stop C is located at 1004 N. Harbor Drive along the Embarcadero near the USS Midway Museum and the cruise ship terminal. The San Diego Visitor Information Center is also located at this stop.

825 W Harbor Dr

Stop 4: Seaport Village - Stop D is located on the east side of Seaport Village next to the Bay Company.

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Stop 5: Marriott Marquis and Marina - Stop D is located in the front of the Marriott Hotel at the Waterfall.

480 Fourth Ave

Stop 6: Historic Gaslamp Quarter - Stop F is located next to the Horton Grand Hotel at the corner of 4th street and Island Avenue across the street from the historic William Heath Davis House.

855 E Harbor Dr

Stop 7: Petco Park/East Convention Center/Hilton Bayfront - Stop G is located on East Harbor Drive, under the pedestrian bridge.

1113 Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy

Stop 8: Barrio Logan Stop.Cesar Chavez Parkway & National Ave. - Chicano Park, Restaurants, Art Galleries, Craft Breweries

1107 Orange Ave

Stop 9: Coronado/Orange Avenue - Stop I is located at Mc P’'s Irish Pub & Grill on Orange Avenue, the main shopping and dining area of Coronado. Hotel Del Coronado is 2 blocks south. The Coronado Beach is approximately 2 blocks away.

2175 Presidents Way

Stop 10: Balboa Park/San Diego Zoo - Stop J is located in the heart of Balboa Park near the corner of President's Way and Pan American Rd. behind the Organ Pavilion Parking Lot. - Museums, Restaurants, Gardens, Visitor Center

1605 India St

Stop 11: Little Italy Stop - Stop K is located in the heart of Little Italy, next to Buon Appetito. Restaurants/Bars, shops, Fire House Museum

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required
  • Emotional support animals or pets are not allowed
  • KIDS FREE OCTOBER - Kids (0-12) ride free travelling from Oct 1-31 with a paid adult. 1 free child per paid adult. You do not have to purchase a child ticket, the child will automatically go free with adult purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5046SAN_OTT

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  • Live commentary on board
  • Local taxes
  • Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map https://sd.map.audiometours.com/
  • Access to 11 designated stops throughout San Diego
  • San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required
  • Emotional support animals or pets are not allowed
  • KIDS FREE OCTOBER - Kids (0-12) ride free travelling from Oct 1-31 with a paid adult. 1 free child per paid adult. You do not have to purchase a child ticket, the child will automatically go free with adult purchase.
  • Operates 9am-6pm (last tour departs Old Town at 4pm) from March 11-October 29
  • Operates 9am-5pm (last tour departs Old Town at 3pm) from October 30-March 10
  • "Present this ticket at any Old Town Trolley Ticket Booth or you may board at any trolley stop by showing your Ticket to the Driver. Trolleys depart approximately every 20 minutes from each stop."
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