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.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7 times a day, 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
Next available
Sun, Oct 11
Adult (ages 13+)
$37
Child (ages 3–12)
$28
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:15 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:07 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
1-Hour South Bay Tour
2-Hour Full Bay Tour
1-Hour North Bay Tour
Itinerary
120 min
Enjoy breathtaking view of the beautiful San Diego Bay including downtown San Diego, Midway ship, Coronado Island, Coronado military base, Coronado bridge, cruise ship terminal and many more!
Pass by
South Bay cruise covers the Star of India, Coronado Bay Bridge, US Navy fleet and the shipyards.
Coronado Bridge
Pass by
Pass by
Those on the North Bay trip will check out North Island Naval Air Station, the Naval Sub Base, Harbor and Shelter Island and Cabrillo National Monument.
Shelter Island Park Shoreline
Pass by
Cabrillo National Monument
Pass by
What's included
Included
1-hour harbor cruise (if option selected)
Indoor and Outdoor seating
All safety equipment and briefing
2-hour harbor cruise (if option selected)
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks (onboard snack bar available to purchase)
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
3,327 reviews
5
2,370
4
528
3
237
2
90
1
102
How it compares in San Diego
No. 2 by number of reviews among 514 tours in San Diego
Starting price $37 is 53% below the typical $79 for tours of similar length in San Diego
Excurgo comparison of 514 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: you must advise of your preferred departure times in the Special Requirements field at checkout. All times are subject to availability
Please provide contact information (i.e cell phone) for the local operator to be able to reach you in case of changes to boarding or yacht
Some ships only have restrooms either up or down a flight of steps
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Diego Harbor Cruise take?
San Diego Harbor Cruise lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does San Diego Harbor Cruise cost?
Prices start at $37 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does San Diego Harbor Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
How much does San Diego Harbor Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $28, adults from $37. Infants go free.
Can I cancel San Diego Harbor Cruise 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 Flagship ticketbooth. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Diego Harbor Cruise 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 150 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(3,327)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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mgs1627
October 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
For a relaxing couple hours on the water
What a lovely day on the water. We chose the 2 hour boat ride. During the ride, the narrator, who was a veteran, gave so many interesting facts about the area and especially concerning the Navy and the many ships, helicopters and smaller military boats that you see. This cruise line does 7 runs a day and you can choose from a one hour or two hour length of time. Crew was friendly and they do offer drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks on board for purchase.
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Janet_L
October 7, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing
It was great, we enjoyed the scenery, had a drink beautiful scene. Great weather. Great instructor he seemed a proud veteran.
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jenniferbC5582HE
October 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely cruise
Very enjoyable float around the San Diego bay for sightseeing enjoyment
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M4042KIangelam
October 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Cruise cut a full hour short, not worth the money!
This tour was a waste of money! Viator advertised it as a “full bay 2 hour tour”… we cruised around for 1 hour! From 12:31pm leaving the dock to 1:36pm arriving back to the dock. Falsely advertised. Shame on the Flagship Cruises company for providing HALF of the San Diego harbor tour we were promised! I would NOT recommend!
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waltern754
October 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome!
Excellent cruise. Well organized
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Mari_W
October 4, 2026 · via Viator
Experience San Diego differently
Suggest taking the 2 hr tour. You'll experience so much. If you only have 1 hr, suggest the north tour
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791bethelhemt
October 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
It was an excellent experience to take an hour-long boat tour of the city of San Diego. The tour covers history, architecture, naval and aircraft history, and equipment.
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Leighann_S
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
Flagship cruises
This Harbor cruise was more than we even thought it would be! First of all, the narrator was excellent! It was so exciting seeing all the navy ships and boats and that was for an hour and then he took us out to the bay for an hour. I think this is the one of the best things parts of our trip! I would highly recommend this!
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Shelley_b
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
Absolutely brilliant!!...
Absolutely brilliant!!
Great guide really informative
So relaxing and great sights!
Well worth the money!
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Terri_D
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
A great way to see San...
A great way to see San Diego, Voronado Island, etc. from a water perspective. Our guide was a retired military guy, so we really leared a lot about ships, helicopters, etc.
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