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The Ultimate San Diego Tour

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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish

Overview

Let a private guide escort you on a ultimate 4-hour sightseeing tour of San Diego while you relax with personal transportation by luxury car or SUV. Instead of a set itinerary, you can customize your own plans to see that sights that interest you most. You will visit Coronado, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, resplendent and beautiful Balboa park, and the famed and glittering La Jolla, with its attendant cove and pristine beaches. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

What's Included

  • Round Trip Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Bottled Water and Small Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up at any Downtown San Diego hotel or arrival location and provide drop off to the same location.

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Another Side Of San Diego Tours (pass by)

Allow us to escort you on the best private sightseeing tour experience in America’s Finest City! This tour begins when we meet you at your point of origin to transport you throughout the loveliest and most renowned parts of our city.
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Coronado Bridge (pass by)

Built in 1969, the Coronado Bridge spans more than 11,000 feet and rises 200ft at maximum clearance. At it's base on the San Diego side sits the Chicano Park, and the bridge is easily visible from both the coast and the air. It's now as synonumous with San Diego as the Golden Gate bridge is with San Francisco.
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Coronado Island

"The Crowned One" in Spanish, Coronado island is a jewel of the coast. Surrounded by silvery mica-laced beaches, and full of art galleries, small shops, and renowned restaurants, it is a beach paradise. The island has been attracting visitors since before the 1880s and is a must-see for any vacationer looking for that SoCal beach experience.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Coronado Ferry Landing

Located in one, if not the most picturesque settings in Coronado. Coronado Ferry Landing has everything you can ask for in a first-class shopping village.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hotel del Coronado

An iconic oceanfront presence since 1888Along the Pacific on Coronado Island, our Victorian-style resort has hosted royalty, celebs, and beach loving families for over 130 years. We offer a wellness spa with pool, an outdoor pool, and activities for the whole family. Take in California sunsets with seven waterfront dining options. Chandelier-lit ballrooms, blooming gardens, and panoramic views make events shine.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glorietta Bay Park (pass by)

Bayside playground with a boat ramp & picnic area, plus views of downtown San Diego.
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Gaslamp Quarter (pass by)

The Gaslamp Quarter, known as the Historic Heart of San Diego, is a 16 block downtown neighborhood full of nightlife and world-renowned restaurants. Full of Victorian architecture and small museums, as well as Horton Plaza Park and Petco Park, it's a must-see.
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Balboa Park

Balboa Park is a 1,200 acre park full of museums, the beautiful Spanish Art Village, restaurants and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. It was placed in reserve in 1835 and remains one of Americas oldest public parks, right in the heart of downtown San Diego.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Comic-con Museum (pass by)

For the past 50 years, San Diego Comic-Con has created one of the biggest, most popular conventions of its kind in the world. But the organizers of Comic-Con wanted to do even more to recognize fans and spread the magic of Comic-Con.They imagined a place where fans could come together to celebrate the things they love, not just for a few days each summer, but all year long. A place where the public could learn about areas of art and pop culture of which they may not even be aware. A space where everyone is included, where old fans and new could enjoy the passion, creativity, and imagination of Comic-Con, while learning about science, technology, art, storytelling and much more. Now, with the help of fans like you, that dream will soon become reality.
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Timken Museum Of Art (pass by)

The Timken Museum of Art sits within walking distance of the Spanish Village and the Botanical Building. It features a collection of European Old Masters, 19th century American art, and Russian Icons. It also features the only Rembrandt painting on display in San Diego.
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Museum of Us (pass by)

Dedicated to the exploration of cultural anthropology, the Museum of Man features exhibits that explore everything from cannibalism to beer history. Currently undergoing a seismic retrofit, the Cannibals and PostSecret exhibitions still remain open to the public.
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La Jolla Shores Park (pass by)

La Jolla Shores, with its northern part Scripps Beach, is a beach and vacation/residential community of the same name in La Jolla, San Diego, California. The La Jolla Shores business district is a mixed-use village encircling Laureate Park on Avenida de la Playa in the village of La Jolla Shores.
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Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (pass by)

Crowned with a white cross, the Mt. Soledad memorial honors living and dead soldiers from the Revolutionary War all the way to the modern War on Terror. It features black granite slabs honoring everyone from Presidents, to the common every-day solider protecting American freedoms.
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Spanish Village Art Center (pass by)

The Spanish Art village was originally constructed in 1935 for the California Pacific International Exposition, it designed as a colorful vibrant small courtyard meant to invoke the feeling of being transported to a country village in Spain. Today it is a thriving community of artisans, everything from blacksmiths to glass-blowers to basket weavers.
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La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Cove is a small cove with a beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California. Point La Jolla forms the south side of the cove. The area is protected as part of a marine reserve and is popular with snorkelers, swimmers and scuba divers.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Children's Pool

Children's Pool in La Jolla was originally an area in San Diego designated for children to swim. In 1932, a seawall was built to protect the shore from oncoming waves, making it the ideal spot for children to paddle without danger. While the Children's Pool in La Jolla provides a swimming spot suitable for children, the conditions also prove to be idylic for harbor seals and sea lions. Seal Rock, which is located just north of the beach is home to hundreds of seals, and its close proximity to the Children's Pool La Jolla has increased seal interest in the pool area. Seals have since come to the La Jolla Children's Pool to bathe, bask and even give birth to their seal pups.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Lyft & Uber: We are listed on the ride share apps as 'Another Side Of San Diego Tours'. Ride-shares are the preferred and best way for our guests to come to us.
  • Option 1: The LAZ Parking lot is located at 8th Ave. and G Street. The address is: 665 8th Ave San Diego, CA 92101

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Ultimate San Diego 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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  • Round Trip Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Bottled Water and Small Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Mercedes Tour Van
  • Narration by professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified (optional)

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Lyft & Uber: We are listed on the ride share apps as 'Another Side Of San Diego Tours'. Ride-shares are the preferred and best way for our guests to come to us.
  • Option 1: The LAZ Parking lot is located at 8th Ave. and G Street. The address is: 665 8th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
  • Option 2: The Park-It-On-Market lot is located at 7th Ave. and Market Street. The address is: 614 Market St. San Diego, CA 92101
  • Option 3: The next closest all day lot is at the corner of 2nd Ave. and Island. The lot is directly across from 100 Harbor Club Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 **Not available from 7/1 thru 7/31 due to Comic Con***
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