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    Discover Wildlife at the Mission Bay Nature Tour

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    San Diego, CA

    Experience the magic of Mission Bay on this unforgettable narrated 1.5 hour cruise! Glide through the sparkling waters of Mission Bay on a relaxing and informative tour. Our experienced Naturalist will share fascinating insights into the bay's diverse ecosystem, pointing out fascinating wildlife sightings along the way. Keep an eye out for: Playful Sea Lions: Watch these charismatic creatures basking in the sun or playfully splashing in the waves. A Vibrant Birdlife: Observe a variety of bird species, from majestic pelicans to graceful herons. Dolphins in the Distance: Keep your eyes peeled for a thrilling encounter with a pod of playful Bottlenose Dolphins! Enjoy the Cruise: Sip & Savor: Indulge in refreshing cocktails and delicious snacks from our onboard bar. Two Decks to Choose From: Find your perfect spot on the spacious upper deck or enjoy the breeze on the open-air lower deck. Comfort & Convenience: Relax in comfortable seating with plenty of indoor and outdoor options.

    In-person

    All ages

    $40

    San Diego Vegan Food Tour

    5.0 (18)

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    San Diego, CA

    Eat your way through San Diego! People of any diet will enjoy themselves as we indulge on some of the most delicious food in San Diego. On our route we learn about San Diego history and culture. Food is included in the ticket price. Meat eaters, vegetarians, vegans and even people who like pineapple on pizza are encouraged to join. (No pineapple on pizza is allowed on the tour!). ***Please double check the neighborhood and time you are booking*** • DOWNTOWN TOUR: Runs Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:00am. We meet outside the Children's Park on 1st Avenue between Harbor Drive and Island Avenue, on the sidewalk by the dog park. Goes through Marina, Gaslamp Quarter, and East Village. • NORTH PARK TOUR: Runs Wednesdays at 6:00pm and Saturdays at 4:30pm. We meet outside Tribute Pizza on the SE corner of Grim Ave and North Park Way. Goes through the North Park neighborhood.

    In-person

    All ages

    $89

    Romantic Wine and Cheese Boat Tower Cruise

    5.0 (4)

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    San Diego, CA

    This, Private Sunset Boat Cruise, is truly a unique and beautiful experience. whether your local, or visiting, this is a sunset cruise your sure to remember.

    In-person

    All ages

    $145

    Firework Cruise Shared Experience

    4.8 (10)

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    San Diego, CA

    Looking for something fun to do this Summer? Want the best seat in the house for San Diego’s nightly fireworks show? You’re in the right place! Bare witness to the many colors and patterns that the sky has to offer! Not only will you see the sky illuminated in fiery bursts, but feel and hear every pop and crackle during this one of a kind experience!

    In-person

    All ages

    $30

    San Diego Afternoon Sail

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    San Diego, CA

    Join Captain Doyle for an unforgettable 2-hour sailing experience aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna. Enjoy wide-open views of the city's skyline and waterfront attractions as we sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels. Watch for playful sea lions, dolphins, pelicans, and maybe even a whale. We invite you to celebrate a special occasion with your partner, family or group and capture the moments in breathtaking photos. We depart from Shelter Island and raise sail on the calm waters of San Diego Bay. Hands-on participation is welcome, bring your sense of adventure! After your sail enjoy the delicious food, drink and entertainment available on Shelter Island, a premier San Diego destination, all within easy walking distance. Free cancellation, 100% refund up to 24 hours before your reservation.

    In-person

    9+ years

    $120

    Old Town San Diego Private Historical Walking Tour

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    San Diego, CA

    Take a private guided tour of the birthplace of California with Logan Stover — YouTube host, published author, and Southern California historian. This tour blends real history, fun storytelling, and family-friendly energy in one of the most fascinating historic districts in the West. Old Town San Diego – Live History Tour with Logan Stover Take a stroll through California’s earliest days in the heart of Old Town San Diego — led by Logan Stover, published author of over 70 history books, professional educator, and host of the YouTube channel Learn with Logan. You’ll visit adobe homes, historic plazas, and preserved buildings from the 1800s while hearing captivating stories of Spanish colonists, Mexican families, Native communities, and Wild West settlers. It’s not a lecture — it’s a live storytelling experience that makes history feel exciting and real. Great for families, solo travelers, locals, and history lovers of all ages. *Min 4 travelers per booking

    In-person

    5+ years

    $29

    2-Hour Sunset Sailing on San Diego Bay

    5.0 (1)

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    San Diego, CA

    Join Captain Doyle for an unforgettable 2-hour sunset sailing experience aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna. Enjoy wide-open views of the city's skyline and waterfront attractions as we sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels. Watch for playful sea lions, dolphins, pelicans, and maybe even a whale. We invite you to celebrate a special occasion with your partner, family or group and capture the moments in breathtaking photos. We depart from Shelter Island and raise sail on the calm waters of San Diego Bay. Hands-on participation is welcome, bring your sense of adventure! After your sail enjoy the delicious food, drink and entertainment available on Shelter Island, a premier San Diego destination, all within easy walking distance. Free cancellation, 100% refund up to 24 hours before your reservation.

    In-person

    9+ years

    $120

    San Diego Whale Watching Tour

    4.6 (1380)

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    San Diego, CA

    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! Typically our trips are 2.5-3 hours in length, but time can vary based on seasons and locations of sightings.

    In-person

    All ages

    $71

    Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego

    5.0 (3)

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    San Diego, CA

    Have you ever wanted to be ghosthunter just like you see on the popular television shows? Join Haunted San Diego Tours on our Haunted Paranormal Tour of Old Town San Diego and neighboring Heritage Park. Truly a ghost tour with a on-hands paranormal twist. Paranormal Investigation - Old Town Walking Ghost Tour Content: 40% Hands on Paranormal Investigation | 60% Haunted Ghost Tour Facts: About 1 Mile Walked | Focused on 3 Locations See Ghost: Nothing Faked Real Tour | Things Happen But is Rare | Lots of Activity Outside Access: Exclusive Access to Heritage Park | Graveyard | We Do Not Enter Buildings Focus: San Diego's Old Town - Meet in Old Town at Heritage Park Kids: Semi Kid-Friendy and Dog Friendly You will be a historian and a paranormal investigator combing Old Town looking for evidence of who lived there. Meet 15 minutes early at 2460 Heritage Park Row, San Diego CA 92110 History. Ghost Stories. Intro Paranormal Investigation with Tools. Let the Tour begin!

    In-person

    1+ years

    $55

    Real Carne Asada Hangout in Tijuana from San Diego

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    San Diego, CA

    Carne Asada translate as Roast Beef or Barbeque, is something very special in the north mexican culture, and it's not just being in the grill roasting some beef, is a whole different experience, it’s having a small party while you listen some nice music and you end up eating one of the best tacos, the tacos that you make.

    In-person

    1+ years

    $128

    Grand Mexico Wine Country Tour from San Diego

    5.0 (2)

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    San Diego, CA

    Mexican greatest wine countries are in Baja, Valle de Guadalupe is of the most the best place to go and taste great Mexican Wine.

    In-person

    All ages

    $255

    Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego

    4.2 (23)

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    San Diego, CA

    This tour is a Haunted Ghost Tour with a few Dark History/True Crime elements. You are going to the top Haunted Places in Old Town San Diego - Plus A Rarely Visited Park with Secrets - Bring Your Camera and Courage. San Diego's Old Town is the birthplace of California, and some say one of the most haunted places in the nation. The birth of a state is far from clean and tidy; there have been buckets of blood spilled, and stories must be told. GHOST STORIES, stories of crime, revolution, and the darkest of historical events. Come, join us and bear witness to the lives and horrors that brought this state into being. On your tour, you will go to... Heritage Park The Whaley House Grounds Old Adobe Chapel El Campo Santo Old Town's Cemetary That and more stories of being buried alive and ghosts are reaching out to the living. Your Old Town ghost tour blends the right amount of historically accurate events, humor, and the sinister. Come along, it's absolutely dreadful...

    In-person

    1+ years

    $42

    E-Bike Rentals in San Diego

    5.0 (4)

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    San Diego, CA

    Old Road aims to provide fun experiences riding amazing electric bikes to discover the streets of San Diego, including Old Town, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, Vacation Island, Sea World, Fiesta Island, Ocean Beach, Sunset Cliffs, Point Loma, Cabrillo, Coronado Island, Downtown, Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, Little Italy and Hillcrest. Business running by locals looking to offer great memories, through the touristic sights in the area.

    In-person

    12+ years

    $40

    All Day San Diego Scenic Tour

    3.5 (4)

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    San Diego, CA

    The ultimate San Diego City tour, you will be able to visit all the highlights of America's finest city with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island - Balboa Park - Old Town & Downtown, Little Italy Pacific beach, Seaport village & the USS Midway. It’s a 7-hour tour of the best scenic stops. If you buy this All day City Tour, we offer you, for you and your group a free Shopping Tour, to Las Americas Outlet (upon availabilities): With 125 stores, Las Americas Premium Outlets is area's largest outlet center, located just 20 minutes south of downtown San Diego and Tijuana. Stroll through beautiful outdoor courtyard settings and shop at: Banana Republic, Lacoste, Michael Kors Tommy Hilfiger.. and many more! With savings of 25% to 65% every day. Dine at Achiote Mexican Restaurant and enjoy the authentic flavors of Mexico, or sit down and enjoy the variety of restaurant options at the Food Court

    In-person

    All ages

    $125

    Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

    4.6 (9)

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    San Diego, CA

    Book a tour of Old Town San Diego with our local company for an authentic and memorable experience. Learn about the rich culture and heritage, get exclusive access to Heritage Park, and hear true historical stories. Our guides are passionate, knowledgeable, and costumed with a sense of humor. Support local business and make the most of your money by choosing us for an unforgettable tour experience. Don't be fooled by our out-of-town, big budget competitors - we've caught them making up stories many times, seriously. Our hosts are passionate and costumed individuals who love this city and want you to have an unforgettable tour experience. Real history, done theatrically with a sense of humor. When you choose us, you're also supporting a local business and feeling great knowing your money is being put to good use. Join us today for an unforgettable tour experience and make the most of your money and time!

    In-person

    1+ years

    $35

    Make your Mexican Meal

    4.0 (1)

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    San Diego, CA

    Everyone loves Mexican Food, and one of the dishes that has became very popular besides tacos are, Burritos, Sopes, Quesadillas, Tortas, Chilaquiles, Ceviche and more, in this tour we are going to teach you how to prepare one of the traditional mexican dishes, as exaple Ceviche, , originally from the west coast, so be ready to be shopping in the mexican and fish market because being in the kitch it's just a third of all about but the best it’s enjoying you creation.

    In-person

    1+ years

    $92

    Tall Ship Adventure aboard the Schooner Californian with General Admission

    4.2 (5)

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    San Diego, CA

    Californian was built from the ground up in 1984 at Spanish Landing in San Diego Bay. She was launched with great fanfare for the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles. In July 2003, the Governor signed a bill into law designating the Californian as the official tall ship of the State of California. She is the only ship to carry this prestigious title. Since her launching in San Diego the Californian has played host to thousands of adventure travelers, sailing enthusiasts, students and history buffs up and down the West coast. She has also made voyages to Hawaii, Mexico and the East coast of the United States. Californian casts a distinctive and instantly recognizable silhouette and has become one of the most well known tall ships in America. Sailing the Californian and experiencing a tall ship adventure with the Maritime Museum sail crew on San Diego Bay is a Top Thing To Do when in San Diego!

    In-person

    1+ years

    $119

    Bike Around San Diego Bay to the Ocean

    4.8 (10)

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    San Diego, CA

    Mission Bay Bike Tour Highlights: Almost car-free – primarily on Bike Paths Ocean Boardwalk for miles and miles Belmont Park with Roller Coaster and Wave House Sea World Wildlife Reserves One-of-Kind Pacific Beach and Pier When you booked this tourminor age should be accompanied by their parents or older ones. Duration: 2 - 2.5 hours

    In-person

    2+ years

    $140

    2.5 Hour Catamaran Sail Adventure

    5.0 (52)

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    San Diego, CA

    With over 35 years of experience sharing our love of sailing with San Diego visitors, we are prepared to offer you a memorable day on the sea. 2.5 hour tour length is perfect for seeing all the beautiful sights. Catamarans really are more fun to sail with the special bow nets designed for sunbathing, and lounging around watching sea life, and water rush by. The swift and stable ocean design ensures a comfortable, and exhilarating ride without the rolling and leaning that often causes seasickness on other boats. When you are welcomed aboard, you'll feel comfortable right away because we really do like people, and with such small groups, you've escaped the crowds.

    In-person

    4+ years

    $119

    Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour in San Diego

    4.1 (14)

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    San Diego, CA

    Join Murder n' Mayhem for a Ghost Tour in downtown San Diego. Experience the darker side of San Diego on this tour of the Gaslamp Quarter with tales of ghostly history. During this walking tour, you will visit several of the Gaslamp Quarter’s most popular local hauntings while learning of sinister spirits, disease, death, espionage and murder. With many infamous ghosts there are several notable occurrences of haunting downtown San Diego. You will hear the thrilling stories of the spirits and have an opportunity to ghost hunt on several areas along the way. Feel the hair-raising chill as an EMF meter lights up in your hands, letting you know that an unseen presence could be just inches away from where you stand. You will be able to experiment with detecting ghosts and spirit anomalies with the latest in paranormal and ghost investigation equipment. Tools are provided at no charge. Private tours available upon request.

    In-person

    13+ years

    $24

    San Diego Harbor Cruise

    4.5 (2652)

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    San Diego, CA

    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.

    In-person

    All ages

    $35

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