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The San Diego Tour

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The San Diego Tour

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$56 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 72 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 999
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Our office is inside the brick-lined courtyard next to the Horton Plaza parking garage, look for the Another Side Tours sign and the blue door. Please see 'Additional Information' for information on where to park or call us at 1-619-239-2111
Confirmation
Within 24h

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Diego

Description

Embark on this 3-hour guided journey throughout San Diego. You'll be transported by your local guide throughout some of the loveliest areas of the city. A few highlights include sparkling Coronado, El Prado, and the beautiful Balboa Park.

Tour Options

The San Diego Tour

Itinerary

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After taking a seat in the comfortable sightseeing van, your tour will depart for a fun and exciting experience. Your professional guide will escort you throughout some of the most renowned parts of San Diego. San Diego is sometimes described as "All that California is" - family friendly wholesomeness, exciting nightlife, gorgeous natural beauty and stunningly crafted architecture too. These attributes combine to create a 'feel' and an atmosphere that defy easy description, but make themselves intrinsically known to visitors. This 3-hour tour will show you why this spectacular city beckons Californians and travelers from far abroad alike to sink their toes into sand and their souls into the fabric of this vibrant place. Throughout this tour you'll get to stop and see lots of beautiful areas throughout the city. A few key spots include Coronado, The Hotel Del Coronado, El Prado, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, Embarcadero, and the incredible Balboa Park.

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Built in 1969, the Coronado Bridge spans more than 11,000 feet and rises 200ft at maximum clearance. At it's base on the San Diego side sits the Chicano Park, and the bridge is easily visible from both the coast and the air. It's now as synonumous with San Diego as the Golden Gate bridge is with San Francisco.

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The Embarcadero lays along the eastern side of San Diego Bay, Embarcadero meaning "landing place". The Embarcadero is home to the USS Midway museum, Seaport Village, many popular modern restaurants, and the famous Unconditional Surrender 'victory kiss' statue.

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The Gaslamp Quarter, known as the Historic Heart of San Diego, is a 16 block downtown neighborhood full of nightlife and world-renowned restaurants. Full of Victorian architecture and small museums, as well as Horton Plaza Park and Petco Park, it's a must-see.

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Balboa Park is a 1,200 acre park full of museums, the beautiful Spanish Art Village, restaurants and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. It was placed in reserve in 1835 and remains one of Americas oldest public parks, right in the heart of downtown San Diego.

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The El Prado in Balboa Park is a historic district and part of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The complex contains the Cabrillo Bridge, the Museum of Man, Alcazar Garden, the Japanese Friendship Garden, the San Diego Museum of Art and much more.

Highlights

Narration by Professional Tour Guide
Bottled Water and Small Snacks
Transport by Luxury Air Conditioned Van

What's included

Included
Narration by Professional Tour Guide
Bottled Water and Small Snacks
Transport by Luxury Air Conditioned Van
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Lyft & Uber: We are listed on the ride share apps as 'Another Side Of San Diego Tours'. Ride-shares are the preferred and best way for our guests to come to us.
  • Parking Option 1: The LAZ Parking lot is located at 8th Ave. and G Street. The address is: 665 8th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
  • Parking Option 2: The Park-It-On-Market lot is located at 7th Ave. and Market Street. The address is: 614 Market St. San Diego, CA 92101
  • Parking Option 3: The next closest all day lot is at the corner of 2nd Ave. and Island. The lot is directly across from 100 Harbor Club Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 **Not available from 7/1 thru 7/31 due to Comic Con***
  • A minimum of 3 guests are required for this tour to go. Solo travelers welcome.

Frequently asked questions

How long does The San Diego Tour take?

The San Diego Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does The San Diego Tour cost?

Prices start at $56 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 The San Diego 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 Our office is inside the brick-lined courtyard next to the Horton Plaza parking garage, look for the Another Side Tours sign and the blue door. Please see 'Additional Information' for information on where to park or call us at 1-619-239-2111. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is The San Diego Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 999 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Reviews(72)

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X5690FErobertc
August 22, 2026
#ilearnedwithfire.

Julia was incredible! We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. She’s you’re go to your guide for a perfect day in San Diego.

Operator response

Dear Robert, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that Julia provided such an exceptional experience and helped make your day exploring San Diego so memorable. Julia is an incredible guide, and it is always wonderful to hear when her knowledge, personality, and enthusiasm leave such a strong impression. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so glad you felt you could not have asked for a better guide. Thank you again for choosing Another Side Tours. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again soon in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas. Warmly, Kenneth C. Lippman President & CEO Another Side Tours, Inc.

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L2299MZkathleenw
August 2, 2026
Wonderful Tour

We took the San Diego Tour on Wednesday, July 29. Our tour guide was Julia. She was great. She covered San Diego and Coronado Island. We explored Balboa Park and drove through many different areas. We learned so much about these places - current and history. One of the best tours we've taken. We would highly recommend this tour company.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the wonderful review and recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience exploring San Diego and Coronado with Julia. Julia has an incredible knowledge of San Diego, both its history and what makes the city special today, and we are so glad you enjoyed visiting Balboa Park and seeing so many different neighborhoods and areas along the way. Hearing that this was one of the best tours you have taken is an amazing compliment and means so much to our entire team. Thank you for choosing Another Side Tours and for trusting us to show you around our beautiful city. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another adventure with us in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas! All The Best, Kenneth Another Side Tours

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Bridget_L
July 19, 2026
San Diego Tour

Julie was a good guide. Great personality. Small group tour, so it could be personalized. Highlights: international Cottages at Balboa Park was excellent.

Operator response

Dear Bridget, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your San Diego Tour and that Julie helped make the experience memorable. We are especially happy to know that her great personality and the small group setting allowed the tour to feel more personalized. It is wonderful to hear that the International Cottages at Balboa Park were such a highlight, as they are such a unique and special part of San Diego. Thank you again for choosing Another Side Tours. We truly appreciate your review and hope to welcome you back again soon in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas. Warmly, Kenneth C. Lippman President & CEO Another Side Tours, Inc.

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krsfromva
June 24, 2026
A great way to get around and see the sights

My husband and I had a delightful tour with Julia. We lucked out and had a private tour, so we were able to ask all the questions we wanted and Julia had all the answers. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and we thoroughly enjoyed our three hours. Due to NASCAR on Coronado, we did not go to the peninsula, but she filled our time easily. Balboa Park was a surprise to us; we had no idea there were so many different things to see and do there. It was a perfect morning and we highly recommend Julia.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you and your husband had such a delightful time touring San Diego with Julia. She truly loves sharing the city, and we are so happy her enthusiasm and knowledge helped make your morning special. While NASCAR on Coronado changed the original route a bit, we are glad Julia was still able to fill the time with great sights, stories, and plenty of local insight. Balboa Park is definitely one of San Diego’s treasures, and we love hearing that it was such a pleasant surprise for you. Thank you again for highly recommending Julia and The San Diego Tour. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure with us in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas!

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kellbail
June 14, 2026
Sunny San Diego

It was a great tour filled with lots of history and interesting information of San Diego. Our tour guide was fun and extremely knowledgeable of San Diego.

Operator response

Dear Kellbail, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your San Diego Tour and that it was filled with great history and interesting information about our beautiful city. We are especially happy to know that your guide made the experience fun, engaging, and informative. That is exactly the kind of experience we always hope to provide for our guests. Thank you again for choosing Another Side Tours. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas. Warmly, Kenneth C. Lippman President & CEO Another Side Tours, Inc.

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Tenequa_M
April 17, 2026
Entertaining outing..

Julie was great, very knowledgeable!! She gave us views of the city not always known and included a historical facts behind all of the places visited. Very entertaining!

Operator response

Thank you so much for the kind words, Tenequa! We are thrilled to hear that you had such an entertaining experience on The San Diego Tour. Julie truly has a gift for bringing the city to life with her knowledge and storytelling, and it is wonderful to know that she was able to show you some of those hidden perspectives and unique views that make San Diego so special. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we would love the opportunity to host you again in the future, whether back here in San Diego or in one of the other cities we operate in, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or Maui. All The Best, Kenneth

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robertsE5382YM
April 9, 2026
"The San Diego Tour" with Another Side of San Diego Tours

My Wife and I did the 3 hour "The San Diego Tour" with tour guide Julia; who really has a handle on San Diego. This tour covered a lot ground and provided us with a great understanding of the many areas in and around San Diego from downtown to Coronado to Balboa Park and more. We even saw the Godfather of LittIe Italy. Julia filled the tour with history through the botanical aspects of the region. Just amazing. Thanks.

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Operator response

Thank you so much for this incredible review, we truly appreciate you sharing your experience! We are so glad to hear that you and your wife had such a memorable time on The San Diego Tour. It really is one of our favorite ways to showcase the diversity of the city, and it sounds like Julia delivered exactly the kind of experience we aim for, insightful, engaging, and full of those fun, unexpected moments along the way. From Downtown to Coronado, Balboa Park, and even a Little Italy celebrity sighting, it sounds like you covered it all! Julia is fantastic at weaving together the history, culture, and even the botanical beauty of San Diego into one seamless story, and we are thrilled that it resonated with you. Thank you again for joining us and for your kind words. We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future, whether back in San Diego or in one of the other cities we operate in, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or Maui. All The Best, Kenneth

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559noellep
March 12, 2026
The art of the pivot

From the moment we inquired about the tour for our 50 person business meeting, until we were dropped off back at the hotel, this company exceeded my expectations. Kenneth, the owner, is so responsive and went above and beyond to ensure we were happy. I booked this tour as a way for the entire team to see this beautiful city. Jeff W showed up at the hotel on time and away we went. Great history and fun facts and his ability to pivot was so very much appreciated. We deboarded the bus at the Hotel Del Coronado for a quick 25 minute stop which quickly turned into the entire team congregating on the sundeck admiring the amazing views. It was clear to me the tour was over as no one wanted to leave. So, our 25 minute stop turned into an hour but the point of these activities is to foster working relationships and what does a better job of that than a great guide, a gorgeous beach, and some beverages. Kenneth and Jeff - thank you!!! We had such a fun time.

Operator response

Dear Noelle, Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to me and our entire team. It was a real pleasure working with you to coordinate the tour for your group, and I am so glad to hear that the experience exceeded your expectations from the initial planning all the way through the final drop off at the hotel. Hosting groups like yours is exactly why we love what we do. Jeff is an outstanding guide and I am thrilled to hear that he took such great care of your team. His ability to read the group and pivot in the moment is exactly what makes a great host. Sometimes the best part of a tour is when everyone is simply enjoying the moment together, and it sounds like that spontaneous extra time at the Hotel Del Coronado created exactly the kind of connection and shared experience your team was looking for. San Diego really does have a way of bringing people together, and I am so happy your group had the opportunity to enjoy those beautiful views while building relationships with one another. Thank you again for trusting us with your event and for taking the time to share such kind words. We truly appreciate your support of our small business. If your travels or future meetings ever bring you back, please remember that we also operate in Maui, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas and would be honored to host you again. All The Best, Kenneth

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O5400GFrobh
December 15, 2025
San Diego tour with Jeff is awesome!

We ended up being the only folks who signed up for the San Diego tour and it was awesome. Jeff did a fabulous job. You should sign up!

Operator response

Dear O5400GFrobh, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a kind and enthusiastic review. We truly appreciate you choosing our San Diego Tour and are thrilled to hear that it turned into such a special experience for you. Having a tour all to yourselves can be a real treat, and we are so glad Jeff was able to make the most of it. He is an outstanding guide and an even better human, and your words perfectly capture the energy, care, and passion he brings to every tour. We will be sure to share your feedback with him, it will absolutely make his day. Thank you again for joining us and for recommending the experience to others. Reviews like yours mean the world to our small business and help us continue doing what we love. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in San Diego, or on one of our tours in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or Maui in the future. Thanks again, Kenneth Owner, Another Side Tours, Inc.

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Voyager07378364429
December 4, 2025
The best way of geting to know SAN Diego

A wonderful experience with a very personal and friendly treatment, highly flexible adapting to our wishes concerning the program. First class!

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Operator response

Dear Voyager, Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review of The San Diego Tour. It truly means a great deal to our small business. I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed such a personal, friendly, and flexible experience. Our team takes great pride in tailoring every tour to the unique wishes of our guests, and knowing that you felt well cared for is incredibly rewarding. We are honored you chose to explore San Diego with us and would love to welcome you or your friends on another adventure anytime in San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or Maui. All The Best, Kenneth

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