The 10 Best Hop-On Hop-Off Tours in San Diego

1.San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,523 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

San Diego’s hop-on trolley links Old Town, Coronado, Balboa Park, the harbor, and Little Italy with live local narration.

“Really enjoyed this tour. We got on at the first stop, stayed on until Coronado Island. Hopped off. Had a delicious lunch at the Brigantine Seafood and Oyster Bar, visited the famous Del Coronado Hotel, then hopped back on again. On both trolleys the drivers were entertaining and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this tour for an overview of San Diego.”

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2.Hop-on Hop-off Narrated Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,323 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $57

See San Diego and Coronado by narrated trolley, with Old Town, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, and flexible hop-on stops.

“The trolley is convenient and fun to ride. Learnt a lot about the city and some hidden arts. Rico, Elijah, Mr J are amazing tour guides! Will definitely ride again next time!”

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3.San Diego Seal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,226 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $53

Ride San Diego streets and bay in an amphibious SEAL vehicle, with sea lions, harbor sights, local history, and practical family-friendly fun.

“The”boat on the Bay was way too long. The engine noise intolerably loud. Could not hear most of what the guide said. I felt seasick into the evening. Mission Bay would have been better for the unseaworthy vessel.”

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4.SEAL City Tour by Amphibious Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 651 reviews · 1h 40m · from $55

Ride San Diego’s SEAL amphibious bus from city streets into the bay for seals, naval sights, local stories, and a memorable splash.

“Our guide Dianna was very cheerful and informative and made a very good experience exceptional. Lots of wildlife and points of interest on the way. The transportation is surprisingly comfortable. Highly recommended”

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5.City Lights Night Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 418 reviews · from $44

San Diego glows on this 90-minute trolley tour, with Balboa Park, Coronado Bridge, skyline views, music, and a 20-minute photo stop.

“This is a lovely way to see San Diego. Our guide was funny and very informative. He played music the entire time and it was obvious he designed the music to complement where we were touring. City lights were beautiful. The trolley was fun. I would recommend this tour company.”

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6.San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $53Top rated

Ride San Diego’s amphibious Seal Tour from Seaport Village for bay views, military history, sea lions, pelicans, and a splash into the water.

“Captain Michael and First mate Kim were friendly and full of knowledge regarding the area. They made the experience fun and memorable.”

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7.San Diego Ghosts and Gravestones: A Haunted Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 165 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $46

Explore San Diego’s haunted Old Town by trolley and on foot, with ghost stories, Pioneer Park, El Campo Santo Cemetery, and Whaley House.

“Our Ghost Host was great, she was knowledgeable and fun spirited. The locations were great and the route was well thought out.”

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8.Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 111 reviews · from $44

Explore San Diego’s spooky past on a 90-minute trolley tour with cemetery walks, Old Town tales, and the haunted Whaley House grounds.

“This tour was very cool and interesting! We took a 9 year old and two 11 year olds and they were very interested in the history and the ghost stories. Our guide was very engaging and nice.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

See San Diego by open-air trolley, with 11 stops for Old Town, Coronado, Balboa Park, Little Italy, and waterfront sights.

“We loved the tour guides and the music on the trolley. Loved the recommendations of things to do at each stop and food recommendations.”

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10.Holiday Lights and Sights Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 58 reviews · 1h 15m · from $35Best value

See San Diego’s holiday lights by trolley, sing with an elf conductor, and pass Old Town, Little Italy, Embarcadero, and more.

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