Top San Diego Tours & Sightseeing

Q: What are the best options for San Diego Tours & Sightseeing?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best San Diego Tours & Sightseeing are: The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway Discover San Diego's Beaches: Private Driving Tour San Diego County Wine Tour (Private) California Dreaming San Diego Beaches GoCar Buggy Tour Drink, Mingle and Dance Club Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for San Diego Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly San Diego Tours & Sightseeing are: The Private San Diego Highlights Tour Grand Mexico Wine Country Tour from San Diego The Ultimate San Diego Tour From San Diego Temecula Wine Country Tour The San Diego Ultimate Tour Experience View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which San Diego Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

San Diego Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Half-Day Private 62ft Island Boat Tour of San Diego Bay Private Cultural & Craft Beer Tour of San Diego Boat Rental San Diego | Includes Captain, Crew and Bartender! Bay Fishing Charter Private Luxury 45' Bay Cruiser Tour in San Diego: Suitable for Any Events View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which San Diego Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These San Diego Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup: Private Cultural & Craft Beer Tour of San Diego 1-Day Joshua Tree National Park Private Adventure from San Diego Private Joshua Tree NP Day tour from San Diego (10 hours) All-Inclusive Private Wine Tour in Baja Private LA Tour from SD: Hollywood Beverly Hills Griffith & More View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more San Diego trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked San Diego Tours. Top 10 San Diego 2026 Senior-friendly tours San Diego The best tours and activities for culture lovers in San Diego Top Day Trips from San Diego Things to do in San Diego this summer View all San Diego Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in San Diego?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in San Diego are: San Diego Luxury & Special Occasions San Diego Luxury Tours San Diego Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours San Diego Boat Tours San Diego Day Cruises View all tour styles in San Diego →

San Diego Chinese Food Tour with Wild Foodie Tours

Don't miss this exciting foodie adventure with Wild Foodie Tours to learn about and enjoy Chinese food, history, and culture from a Chinese-American guide whose …More

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San Diego Chinese Food Tour with Wild Foodie Tours

Don't miss this exciting foodie adventure with Wild Foodie Tours to learn about and enjoy Chinese food, history, and culture from a Chinese-American guide whose...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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San Diego Gaslamp Food Tour with 6 Modern Californian Tastings

On your Secret Food Tours: San Diego, you'll walk into Gaslamp while enjoying dishes with influences from Mexico to the Far East. Your guide will …More

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San Diego Gaslamp Food Tour with 6 Modern Californian Tastings

On your Secret Food Tours: San Diego, you'll walk into Gaslamp while enjoying dishes with influences from Mexico to the Far East. Your guide will...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (330)

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$97

Old Town San Diego Walking Food Tour: Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones

The Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones Culinary Tour offers you the chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in San Diego’s Old Town! While you …More

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Old Town San Diego Walking Food Tour: Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones

The Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones Culinary Tour offers you the chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in San Diego’s Old Town! While you...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Gaslamp Quarter Food & Drink Tour: Brothels, Bites & Booze

Explore San Diego’s infamous Gaslamp Quarter through food, cocktails, and scandalous stories. This small-group walking tour combines delicious tastings with the surprising history of the …More

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Gaslamp Quarter Food & Drink Tour: Brothels, Bites & Booze

Explore San Diego’s infamous Gaslamp Quarter through food, cocktails, and scandalous stories. This small-group walking tour combines delicious tastings with the surprising history of the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Discover the neighborhood of Barrio Logan, the hidden gem of San Diego, while eating and drinking your way through one of San Diego’s best kept …More

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An Art Walk Through the Barrio

Discover the neighborhood of Barrio Logan, the hidden gem of San Diego, while eating and drinking your way through one of San Diego’s best kept...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Intro to Mexican Craft Beer from San Diego

Cross the border to taste some of the tasty mexican craft beer has to offer, and why not some great meal to delight almost any …More

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Intro to Mexican Craft Beer from San Diego

Cross the border to taste some of the tasty mexican craft beer has to offer, and why not some great meal to delight almost any...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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During this tour, you will learn about the rich history, culture, and architecture of the area from one of our highly trained guides throughout the …More

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Taste of Little Italy in San Diego

During this tour, you will learn about the rich history, culture, and architecture of the area from one of our highly trained guides throughout the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

In order to understand how we got to this cultural awakening, which is making a people want to come and explore Tijuana once again. We …More

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Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

In order to understand how we got to this cultural awakening, which is making a people want to come and explore Tijuana once again. We...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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1 Hour GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Harbor/Gaslamp Quarter

This GPS guided scooter tour takes you on a multi-cultural tour of San Diego, starting in Little Italy, where you learn about the rise and …More

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1 Hour GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Harbor/Gaslamp Quarter

This GPS guided scooter tour takes you on a multi-cultural tour of San Diego, starting in Little Italy, where you learn about the rise and...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island …More

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San Diego Scenic Tour

Visit San Diego area with a local tour guide in smaller groups ! It includes visit of La Jolla & Mt Soledad - Coronado Island...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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California Dreaming San Diego Beaches GoCar Buggy Tour

Drive your GoBuggy, the world’s first storytelling car, through San Diego’s Old Town, where Mexican and Western cultures blend seamlessly. Departing from Old Town, you'll …More

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California Dreaming San Diego Beaches GoCar Buggy Tour

Drive your GoBuggy, the world’s first storytelling car, through San Diego’s Old Town, where Mexican and Western cultures blend seamlessly. Departing from Old Town, you'll...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway

Enjoy a privately guided tour of America’s Finest City, with a snack, coffee, and tickets included to the USS Midway Museum. First, your guide will …More

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The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway

Enjoy a privately guided tour of America’s Finest City, with a snack, coffee, and tickets included to the USS Midway Museum. First, your guide will...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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2-Hour GoCar Tour of Downtown and Balboa Park

This is a must-do tour for the young and young at heart! Drive your GoCar to San Diego’s signature sights like Balboa Park, Downtown and …More

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2-Hour GoCar Tour of Downtown and Balboa Park

This is a must-do tour for the young and young at heart! Drive your GoCar to San Diego’s signature sights like Balboa Park, Downtown and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Dog friendly San Diego Electric Boat Rental in San Diego Bay

Experience the beauty of San Diego Bay with a relaxing electric boat rental in America’s Cup Harbor. Cruise at your own pace in an eco-friendly …More

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Dog friendly San Diego Electric Boat Rental in San Diego Bay

Experience the beauty of San Diego Bay with a relaxing electric boat rental in America’s Cup Harbor. Cruise at your own pace in an eco-friendly...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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4 Hour Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour or Rental

Get ready for an exciting adventure exploring all of San Diego's greatest sights with our easy-to-use E-bikes! Create your own journey through San Diego or …More

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4 Hour Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour or Rental

Get ready for an exciting adventure exploring all of San Diego's greatest sights with our easy-to-use E-bikes! Create your own journey through San Diego or...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into …More

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North Park Beerucation Tour

Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you …More

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Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

The Tijuana city it’s waiting crossing the border from San Diego, since 1889 has been growing and in the different neighborhoods of the city you...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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San Diego GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park Sights

If you want to see almost all of the greatest sights that San Diego has to offer. The Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park tour …More

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San Diego GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park Sights

If you want to see almost all of the greatest sights that San Diego has to offer. The Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park tour...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park

This is the essential San Diego GPS guided scooter tour. You will see almost all of the greatest sights San Diego has to offer, from …More

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2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park

This is the essential San Diego GPS guided scooter tour. You will see almost all of the greatest sights San Diego has to offer, from...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Cross the border from San Diego to Tijuana to have and adventure in a day trip where you will see high quality urban art. The …More

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Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

Cross the border from San Diego to Tijuana to have and adventure in a day trip where you will see high quality urban art. The...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for San Diego Tours & Sightseeing?

What are the best kid-friendly options for San Diego Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

Which San Diego Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which San Diego Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

San Diego Tours & Sightseeing with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which San Diego Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more San Diego trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in San Diego?