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San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

About this activity

While you’re in port, discover San Diego at your own pace with a one-day ticket on the San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. This do-it-yourself shore excursion allows you to create your own itinerary so you can see the popular sights of San Diego at your own pace – simply hop off at any stop and hop back on the trolley when you’re ready!

Kid-Friendly Private and Luxury Historical Tours Ports of Call Tours Hop on Hop Off Buses Trolley Tours Shore Excursions Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–9
Guide
English
Operated by
Historic Tours Of America

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Live commentary on board
  • Included: Local taxes

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.

Itinerary

Old Town Trolley Tour of San Diego

Times vary depending on season. Operates 9:00am to 6 pm (last tour departs Old Town at 4 pm) from March 11-October 29th; Operates 9:00am to 5 pm (last tour departs Old Town at 3 pm) from October 30th-March 10th; Trolleys arrive at each boarding location approximately every 20 minutes. Guests will be given brochures when they begin the tour and can refer to the schedules printed in the brochure to see the first tour time, last tour time, and last re-boarding time at each boarding location. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

  1. Stop 1

    Stop 1: Old Town State Park - Stop A is located at the entrance to the Historic State Park and Old Town Market, featuring over 40 specialty gift shops. Across the street is the historic Immaculate Conception Church.

  2. Stop 2

    Stop 2: San Diego Maritime Museum - Star of India

  3. Stop 3

    Stop 3: Embarcadero Marina - Stop C is located at 1004 N. Harbor Drive along the Embarcadero near the USS Midway Museum and the cruise ship terminal. The San Diego Visitor Information Center is nearby including the Maritime Museum and the Star of India.

  4. Stop 4

    Stop 4: Seaport Village - Stop D is located on the east side of Seaport Village next to the Bay Company.

  5. Stop 5

    Stop 5: Marriott Marquis and Marina - Stop E is located in the front of the Marriott Hotel at the Waterfall.

  6. Stop 6

    Stop 6: Historic Gaslamp Quarter - Stop F is located next to the Horton Grand Hotel at the corner of 4th street and Island Avenue across the street from the historic William Heath Davis House.

  7. Stop 7

    Stop 7: Petco Park/East Convention Center/Hilton Bayfront - Stop G is located on East Harbor Drive, under the pedestrian bridge.

  8. Stop 8

    Stop 8: Barrio Logan Stop.Cesar Chavez Parkway & National Ave. - Chicano Park, Restaurants, Art Galleries, Craft Breweries

  9. Stop 9

    Stop 9: Coronado/Orange Avenue - Stop I is located at Mc P’'s Irish Pub & Grill on Orange Avenue, the main shopping and dining area of Coronado. Hotel Del Coronado is 2 blocks south. The Coronado Beach is approximately 2 blocks away.

  10. Stop 10

    Stop 10: Balboa Park - Stop J is located in the heart of Balboa Park near the corner of President's Way and Pan American Rd. behind the Organ Pavilion Parking Lot. - Museums, Restaurants, Gardens, Visitor Center

  11. Stop 11

    Stop 11: Little Italy Stop - Stop K is located in the heart of Little Italy, next to Buon Appetito. Restaurants/Bars, shops, Fire House Museum

Meeting point and pickup

Using your ticket

  • For further information on the Old Town Trolley Tour of San Diego please call Historic Tours of America on +1 619 298 8687.
  • Guests may start at any Old Town Trolley Tours boarding location. The provided QR code must be presented each day at any of our staffed booth locations for redemption.

Shore Excursions Terms & Conditions:

For products noted as a "Worry-free Shore Excursion," if you are not returned to the ship in time to board, we will arrange the necessary transport to the next port-of-call. This policy applies only to our contracted local suppliers and only when, through no fault or action of your own, you are not returned to the ship in time to board. The policy is void in instances where delay is caused by your own actions and/or you have deviated from the Viator activity or tour. You must supply Viator with correct arrival and departure ship information and ensure there is enough time (min. 2 hours) between the tour end time and the ship departure time. You must contact Viator directly to request next port-of-call transportation arrangements, as customers cannot book their own travel. Viator will select and book travel to the next port of call (not to exceed US$1,000 per person).

October Deal: Book and travel within the month of October and for each paying adult, 1 child (ages 4-12) goes free! During this promotion, children do not need a separate ticket/voucher as long as they are with a paying adult who has a printed voucher.

Departure point: Port of San Diego. The San Diego Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley departs from the Cruise Ship Terminal

Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required

  • Emotional support animals or pets not allowed

Traveller ratings

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San Diego Shore Excursion: Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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