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Perfect end to the day
The tour was so much fun! We live in San Diego and never knew some of this stuff was here . Our tour guide was awesome and full of energy . You can even hop off for little in Coronado for some ice cream
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $37 / person
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 231 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 38
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- The tour meets the Seaport Village boarding location (825 W. Harbor Drive) next to the Bay Company store. Guests are required to check in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Diego
Description
San Diego is known for its stunning beaches and sunny days, but on this Trolley tour, you will get the chance to see this city from a unique and lesser known perspective—at night! You'll take in romantic views of the city, cruise past notable landmarks, and experience San Diego like you never have before. See why the locals equally love their nights as much as their days in America's Finest City.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Seaport Village
Gaslamp Quarter
Balboa Park
Coronado Bridge
20-minute stop at the Coronado Ferry Landing.
Our guide will give you some history of this wonderful and romantic nighttime spot
Star of India
USS Midway Museum
Highlights
Guided tour of San Diego at night
What's included
Included
Guided tour of San Diego at night
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
4.4
231 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check in 30 minutes prior to tour time required. Late check-in may result in forfeited reserved seat. To change or cancel reservation, you must do so 24 hours in advance by calling
- Please dress appropriately as there may be cool temperatures at night. Part of the tour involves walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Diego City Lights Night Tour take?
San Diego City Lights Night Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does San Diego City Lights Night Tour cost?
Prices start at $37 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel San Diego City Lights Night Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The tour meets the Seaport Village boarding location (825 W. Harbor Drive) next to the Bay Company store. Guests are required to check in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Diego City Lights Night Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 38 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(231)
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Andree was amazing, voice so calm, he was also funny and entertaining!
It was super informative! We loved knowing about the city and all its splendor! So educational with the facts, the parts with the music were nice as well. Perfect weather for a perfect time! Will definitely recommend to friends back home in Missouri!
C
Our guide was great,...
Our guide was great, funny and informative. The view was beautiful. It was weird being on the freeway though.
J
San Diego night tour
Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Enjoyed seeing the various sights at night and hearing about the history of the city.
B
City lights
Beautiful scenery great and fun narration, fun fun, such a beautiful and fulfilling experience. Will do again
Operator response
We’re glad you had a great tour! Thank you for the review!
M
Take the tour, say hi to Steven for me.
The tour was fun, the tour guide, Steven, was informative and engaging and his music selection was awesome if you like oldies. If I may make one suggestion, bring a jacket. It was 87 degrees during the day but about 60 degrees at night and going over the Coronado bridge with open windows is no joke. It was cold.
P
City Light Tour
Great tour! Chris was very knowledgeable and made the trip fun. We really liked the different places that we visited.
5
Disappointing experience, wouldn’t recommend
Mismanaged tour - despite of booking in advance and making all arrangements, I was told that there are not enough seats on the tour. My parents and I had to sit separately. In addition, the driver (Steven) was quite rude to talk to and showed no interest in accommodating us.
Operator response
I’ve read your review and am sorry to hear that that was your experience. What you describe does not reflect our standards or training procedures. I have forwarded your comments to the General Manager of the Operation, and your experience is currently being looked into. I would like to assure you this is not an example of our company culture or our hospitality training. You can read about our satisfaction guarantee by selecting, "100% Satisfaction Guarantee" on our website, trolley tours dot com. Or go directly to trolleytours.com/guarantee. We hope to see you again when we can offer a better experience.
M
Disappointing Tour for the money
Disappointed in the sights that were highlighted. Very hard to hear the tour guide and not all that we saw was worthy of being on a city night lights tour.
I
Tour was an hour longer...
Tour was an hour longer than schedule, the tour guide didn’t seem very knowledgeable. Low energy. Stopped in the road with no view for 15 min to stall time and then went an hour over schedule .
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