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Home/Destinations/San Diego/San Diego coast & beaches
Coast · San Diego itinerary

San Diego Coast & Beaches: The Best Itinerary

San Diego’s coast is its great glory. Here is how to spend a day by the sea — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1La Jolla kayak
  2. 2Snorkel the cove
  3. 3Whale watching
  4. 4Sunset cliffs

La Jolla

Kayak the sea caves and snorkel the cove.

On the ocean

A whale and dolphin watching cruise.

Golden hour

Sunset along the cliffs and beaches.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in San Diego — prices per person.

San Diego Private Tour, Coronado, La Jolla, Balboa Park & More
San Diego
San Diego Private Tour, Coronado, La Jolla, Balboa Park & More
5.0(48)·5 hours
from$479/ person
via Viator
2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise
−15%
Hilton Head Island
2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise
5.0(318)·2 hours
from$298$350/ person
via Viator
2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay
San Diego
2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay
5.0(189)·2 hours
from$675/ person
via Viator
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour Near Las Vegas at Willow Beach
−21%
Las Vegas
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour Near Las Vegas at Willow Beach
5.0(43)·3 hours
from$69$89/ person
via Viator
Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo
Juneau
Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo
5.0(599)·4h 15min
from$199/ person
via Viator
Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group
San Diego
Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group
5.0(362)·2h 30min
from$119/ person
via Viator
Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour
Las Vegas
Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour
5.0(40)·3 hours
from$72/ person
via Viator
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
Juneau
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
5.0(9,564)·3h 30min
from$177/ person
via Viator

San Diego coast & beaches — FAQ

What are the best coastal things to do in San Diego?
Kayak the La Jolla sea caves, snorkel the cove, watch whales and dolphins, and enjoy a sunset sail.
Where is the best snorkeling in San Diego?
The La Jolla Cove ecological reserve is the top snorkeling spot, with fish, rays and leopard sharks.
Can you kayak and whale watch in one trip?
They are usually separate tours, but both can easily be enjoyed over a coast-focused day or two.

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