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Great Tour! Host was extremely kind and gave a great breakdown of the history behind each sight we visited. :)
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San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5h 30min
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 230 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Pick up is in front of the BANK OF AMERICA building on 655 West Broadway and Kettner by the bus stop, across the street from Santa Fe Depot. Bus will pull up between 9 45 AM and 10 AM. The tour starts at 10 AM. Paid parking at Bank of America building or behind Santa Fe Depot.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Diego
Description
Led by a fun & knowledgeable guide, the 4.5 hour trip features a 2-hour scenic drive and 3 hours spent at various locations. Learn the history of San Diego between stops with live narration, music & video. See all of San Diego in just a few hours. Pick up & drop off is at the Cruse Ship Terminal. This tour is perfect for those that want to see the best spots in San Diego in less than 5 hours. Also for Cruise Ship visitors from Disney, Princess, etc. cruises. We get you back on time to your ship by 2pm. We first make our way to the historic Gaslamp & Little Italy. Then over the Coronado Bridge to make a stop in beautiful Coronado. We then go up the 5 Freeway to La Jolla Cove & visit the Sea Lions. We the drive by Mount Soledad, see spectacular views of San Diego. Then we make a stop at amazing Balboa Park. We end the tour at the birthplace of California, Old Town. Finest City San Diego Tours offers the most extensive tour you will ever experience of San Diego!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up is in front of the Bank of America building on 655 West Broadway by the bus stop, across the street from Santa Fe Depot. Pick up at Cruise Ship Terminal is only when we have cruise passengers.
We visit the historic Gaslamp District and learn about the history of Alonzo Horton and New Town. (Passenger minimum)
Mama MIa! We drive by the largest Little Italy in America.
We take a ride over the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge. Witness spectacular views of the San Diego skyline and Coronado.
Discover a great view of Downtown skyline from Ferry Landing and the elegant Hotel Del Coronado, a true historic landmark dating back to 1888. Get some lunch on Orange Avenue, take a stroll on the beach. There is a 50 minute stop in Coronado, the Crown City.
One of the most popular attractions in San Diego. See the seals in their natural habitat. Breath the cool ocean air and explore beautiful La Jolla Cove. There is a 30 minute stop here.
Honor our fallen soldiers and see spectacular views of San Diego. (Passenger minimum)
Take a walk in San Diego's green paradise, the incredible Balboa Park. Home to the famous San Diego Zoo & site of the 1915 Panama California Exposition. The park is also bustling with museums and landmarks. There is a 45 minute stop for you to discover the beauty of this park.
Discover San Diego's roots in Old Town, the birthplace of California. Go back in time as you walk through the historic area and some of its emblematic buildings including the haunted Whaley's House and Casa De Estudillo from 1827.
Santa Fe Depot is our drop off point.
Highlights
Professional driver/guide + Commentary and local insights throughout the tour
Bottled water
Guided small-group tour of San Diego
Air-conditioned vehicle/transportation
What's included
Included
Professional driver/guide + Commentary and local insights throughout the tour
Bottled water
Guided small-group tour of San Diego
Air-conditioned vehicle/transportation
Not included
Gratuities
Meals & beverages
Traveller Ratings
4.6
230 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No children under age of 5. No infants.
- Some tour locations might not be available to see due to city events, construction work, weather events.
- Tour may be canceled if minimum of passengers not met.
- Not recommended for travelers with breathing, leg or knee problems. Elderly with walking or health problems. There is a lot of walking on the tour.
- By purchasing tickets you agree to our terms & conditions
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour take?
San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour lasts about 5h 30min. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach Tour cost?
Prices start at $100 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: The Most Extensive City & Beach 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 Pick up is in front of the BANK OF AMERICA building on 655 West Broadway and Kettner by the bus stop, across the street from Santa Fe Depot. Bus will pull up between 9 45 AM and 10 AM. The tour starts at 10 AM. Paid parking at Bank of America building or behind Santa Fe Depot.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Diego: The Most Extensive City & Beach 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 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller No children under age of 5. No infants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(230)
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Tour of San Diego Highlights
We toured all of the highlights of the city with plenty of free time. Our guide made it fun and interactive.
Operator response
Thank you for the great review and choosing FCSDTs!
V
Boring tour guide
Tour was average. Tour guide was very scripted, did not act interested in his job. Only very basic info given on each site visited, no more than what one could read on the website itinerary. It could be a very good tour if the guide had pride in his job.
Operator response
Next time we will give the guide more coffee.
B
Five hour San Diego tour
Was a good tour. Our tour guide gave us some really good information about the places we were going to visit. I wish we would’ve stayed at La Jolla longer than 30 minutes though.
Operator response
Thank you for choosing FCSDTs!
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Unpleasant experience canceled without warning, Tripadvisor
It’s my 25th anniversary. I paid for the trip in advance was looking forward to going. Woke up to a message that it was canceled without warning. Hopefully I get a chance to rebook and write a more pleasant review but for now horrible.
Operator response
Hello. We tried contacting you days before cancellation but you did not respond through your phone and Viator/Tripadvisor. As stated in the listing we need a minumum number of passengers to do the tour. All tours do any where in the world.
K
Excellent tour if you're in the area.
What a great way to see San Diego if you've never been there. We had a great tour guide with enough stops along the way to see and stretch your legs. Our tour guide's driving was excellent I didn't feel one single bump. The bus is very comfortable. I would do this again.
Operator response
Thank you Karen for the great review and choosing FCSDTs!
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Great tour just go if you are in the area.
What a great way to see San Diego if you've never been there. We had a great tour guide with enough stops along the way to see and stretch your legs. Our tour guide's driving was excellent I didn't feel one single bump. I didn't know San Diego had so much history. The bus is very comfortable. I would do this again.
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Our new favorite hotel
Best hotel in the area!! The accomidations are clean, well taken care of, cozy and the customer service goes above and beyond. Anything you need they will go the extra mile to make sure you're comfortable. We have not had this good of service ever. We highly recommend this hotel and have officially made this our go to location for future trips to the area. The hotel has a lush tropical feel, updated rooms, beautiful pool area, and it is within walking distance to coffee shops, groceries and places to eat. It was also very convenient being located so close to the bus and trolly line
Operator response
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K
Must do tour
So much to see and do on this tour. Our tour guide was so funny and gave us so much information during the entire trip.
Operator response
Thank you Kathy for the great review and choosing FCSDTs!
S
What happens to their phone and email?
Why does the email doesn't work? Or phone number? Event the contact on their own website. When booked via Expedia it says tour may be canceled if not minimum passengers are reached. We want to know the status because we can't risk to be canceled with just 24 hrs notice.
Operator response
Hello all tours need a minimum number of passengers. Alternative dates were offered.
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