The San Diego Highlights Tour in San Diego booking from $229.00

The San Diego Highlights Tour

Overview

Enjoy an overview of San Diego's top sights and the stunning northern coastline on a full-day tour by a luxury vehicle that includes Coronado, the Embarcadero and Balboa Park. Check out places of interest in the Gaslamp Quarter, where you’ll have free time to purchase lunch and explore at your leisure. Then spend the afternoon in the enclave of La Jolla — the ‘jewel of San Diego’ — where rugged shoreline cliffs charm all travelers, from both near and far.

We do require a minimum of 4 people total (solo travelers are welcome to join) to have the tour go out, in the event of us not achieving 4 guests we'll send you out on our shorter version or supply you with another tour of equal value or issue a full refund!

If the tour is booked with less than 4 total guests, then we do the 4 Hour version of the tour. This still hits all of the points of interest, although it eliminates the break that we would normally have for lunch. If we do book more than 4 guests the 7 hour tour will be given.

City: San Diego

Thu 05 Jun

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What's Included

Narration by a professional guide

Transport by Mercedes Tour Van

Bottled Water and Small Snacks

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please arrive at 8:45am to check-in, this is a semi-private tour so there will be other guests! If you are late the tour may depart without you. Please be courteous to other guests by arriving early and on time for the tour.
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 4 people are required for this tour to go. Solo travelers welcome.

What To Expect

Another Side Of San Diego Tours

After meeting your insightful guide downtown, take a seat inside the comfortable minivan to start your full-day exploration of San Diego, one of Southern California’s most scenic cities. Throughout this driving tour, you'll stop at a number of prime spots where you can hop out of the van for photo ops and to enjoy bottled water and provided snacks.

Coronado Bridge

The San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge is a symbol of the San Diego area-just as the Golden Gate or San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridges.

Coronado Island

"The Crowned One" in Spanish, Coronado island is a jewel of the coast. Surrounded by silvery mica-laced beaches, and full of art galleries, small shops, and renowned restaurants, it is a beach paradise. The island has been attracting visitors since before the 1880s and is a must-see for any vacationer looking for that SoCal beach experience.

The Coronado Ferry Landing

The main port from the island to San Diego Downtown offers an unparalleled view of the city. Iconic shops and restaurants line the shoreline as soon as you step off of the dock.

Coronado Beach

The Coronado Beach is popular with surfers and sunbathers alike. The sands are silvery and smooth, complete with a backdrop of historic homes and a dog run at the end.

Embarcadero

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.

Gaslamp Quarter

During the tour we stop at the Gaslamp Quarter for a 1 hour lunch-break. 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.

Balboa Park

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.

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Rose Garden of Balboa Park features a stunning 1,600 roses of 130 species with new species and verities of roses added every year. The garden is in bloom throughout March to December and is a three-acre walk of color and beauty.

Spanish Village Art Center

The Spanish Art village was originally constructed in 1935 for the California Pacific International Exposition, it designed as a colorful vibrant small courtyard meant to invoke the feeling of being transported to a country village in Spain. Today it is a thriving community of artisans, everything from blacksmiths to glass-blowers to basket weavers.

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

The Botanical Building houses over some 2,100 tropical plants, ferns and palms, and full of seasonal flowers all reflected beautifully in the long glimmering lily pond. Built for the1915 to 1916 California Pacific International Exposition, it is a unique and well loved portion of the park.

La Jolla Cove

A picturesque beach surrounded by water-carved cliffs and full of tidepools and favorite seal spotting areas. The shoreline is protected as part of a marine reserve and full of barely-touched natural beauty.

El Prado

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.

Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial

Crowned with a white cross, the Mt. Soledad memorial honors living and dead soldiers from the Revolutionary War all the way to the modern War on Terror. It features black granite slabs honoring everyone from Presidents, to the common every-day solider protecting American freedoms.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (55)

538leandraf

Oct 2024

Amy was absolutely FANTASTIC! She has the knowledge and personality to make your trip the experience of a lifetime. We learned so much...never felt rushed (even when we forgot how long we had at the beautiful Seaport stop and she had to wait for us she said "what's a little hide and seek among friends." SORRY AMY ) ...and we saw everything we wanted to see. If we go back we would def do another tour with of another area with her or the company .The gentleman we made the arrangements with (Kennith) was also amazing and helpful recommending things in the area. Thank you for making our last day of an eight hour tour of California the best day!! Love Tom and Lea from Jersey.

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Dear Tom and Lea, Thank you for this wonderful review! It absolutely made my day to read about your experience with Amy and our San Diego Highlights Tour. Amy truly embodies our company's spirit - knowledgeable, friendly, and always putting our guests first. Her "hide and seek" comment is so typical of her wonderful attitude! I personally remember helping you with your arrangements, and I'm thrilled that the tour recommendations worked out so well for your final day in California. It's especially meaningful to hear that this was a bucket list experience for you both! Having guests like you from Jersey who bring such great energy to our tours makes what we do even more rewarding. Next time you visit the West Coast, remember we also offer amazing experiences in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Amy and our entire team hope you'll come back to explore more with us - there's always more to discover in our beautiful cities! Warmest regards, Kenneth CEO, Another Side Tours, Inc.

Seaside41827164385

Feb 2024

I originally booked with a different tour company, they cancelled the day before the tour because not enough people signed up. Another Side of San Diego, however, booked our tour on one day’s notice, and my wife and I were the only guests. Our guide, Judy, was fantastic. Very enthusiastic, knew San Diego and shared all kinds of insights on the city. My wife and I travel fairly often, always book tours in the cities we visit, we both agree this is the BEST tour we were ever on.

Response from Host

Apr 2024

Dear Seaside41827164385, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with The San Diego Highlights Tour on TripAdvisor! We're delighted to hear that we could accommodate you and your wife at such short notice and that you had a great tour with us. We understand the frustration of having a tour canceled last minute, and we're glad that Another Side of San Diego could step in to provide you with an enjoyable experience. It's fantastic to hear that Judy, your guide, left such a positive impression with her enthusiasm and extensive knowledge of San Diego. We're honored to be considered the best tour you've ever been on, especially considering your frequent travels and experiences with various tour companies. Providing memorable experiences for our guests is always our top priority, and we're thrilled that we could exceed your expectations. Thank you for choosing The San Diego Highlights Tour and for your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more adventures in San Diego or any of our other captivating destinations in the future! Warm regards, Kenneth C. Lippman CEO of Another Side Of San Diego Tours

sherib827

Oct 2023

Jeff was an amazing driver and tour guide. We did the 4 hour Highlights Express tour. He did a great job tailoring the tour to our interests. He had snacks and drinks for us on the ride. We would definitely book again.

Response from Host

Feb 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible experience on the 4-hour Highlights Express tour with Jeff as your guide! Tailoring the tour to your interests, providing snacks and drinks, and ensuring a comfortable ride are all fantastic touches that make for a memorable outing. We're delighted to hear that you would definitely book again. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful tour in the future!

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