San Diego, California
Known as a place of infinite beauty, affectionate locals and endless sunshine, San Diego has become one of America's favorite cities. Located in the southwest corner of California, close to the border of Mexico, San Diego has a distinct cross-cultural feel, part sun-drenched Mediterranean atmosphere, part south-of-the-border zest and part quintessential California beach town.
The history of San Diego is rooted in its Spanish and Mexican past. San Diego was declared the capital of upper and lower Baja only four years after Mexico gained its independence in 1821. Less than thirty years later, the United States declared war on Mexico and within two years the Treaty of Guadalupe Hildalgo was signed creating the current borders between Mexico and the United States.
The city continues to prosper with a population exceeding one million. World-renowned attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, the Salk Institute, Sea World, La Jolla and the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge have created a strong tourism industry for the area. But undoubtedly what attracts visitors from around the world is the city's breathtaking natural beauty, superb coastline and near-perfect weather.
Points of Interest
- Old Town
- Balboa Park
- La Jolla
- San Diego Zoo
- Sea World
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Harbor Cruise
- San Diego's Countyside & Wine Tasting
San Diego Harbor Cruise
- Harbor Cruise
Take in the beauty of San Diego with this two-hour, narrated cruise. View historic sea vessels, navy facilities, lighthouses and national monuments. Marvel at the San Diego skyline, the Coronado Bridge and Hotel del Coronado. See sea lions, marine birds and on rare occasions you might be lucky enough to see dolphins in the bay or even whales out in the horizon during their migration in the winter.
Easy Activity
$29.95
San Diego City Lights by Night
- Balboa Park
See San Diego's top attractions and historic highlights illuminated at night.
Moderate Activity
$44.95
Old Town Ghosts and Gravestones Tour
- Old Town
A spine-tingling evening awaits when you board the "Trolley of the Doomed" and traverse the haunted streets of Old Town San Diego in search of the city's darkest and spookiest sights. Begin at El Campo Santo Cemetery and end with a private tour of the Whaley House and its grounds-infamous for its paranormal occurrences.
Moderate Activity
$49.95
Old Town Trolley Tour
- Old Town
- Balboa Park
Discover San Diego's rich past dating to 1542 with this guided, two-hour, open-air trolley tour. View San Diego Harbor, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village and Horton Plaza. Travel through Balboa Park, historic Old Town and Gaslamp Quarter. Drive to Coronado Island and learn the unique history of Hotel del Coronado.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$49.95
Old Town Trolley Tour (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Old Town
- Balboa Park
Discover San Diego's rich past dating to 1542 with this guided, two-hour, open-air trolley tour. View San Diego Harbor, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village and Horton Plaza. Travel through Balboa Park, historic Old Town and Gaslamp Quarter. Drive to Coronado Island and learn the unique history of Hotel del Coronado.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$49.95
City Drive & La Jolla Highlights
- Old Town
- La Jolla
Sample the highlights of San Diego during this four-hour, guided city drive via air-conditioned motorcoach. See the Embarcadero, Seaport Village and Balboa Park and La Jolla. Enjoy free time to shop and explore the San Diego's historic "Old Town".
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$59.95
The San Diego Seal
See the sights of San Diego by land and by sea! Board the colorful and fun San Diego Seal, an open-air amphibious vehicle, and begin with the city highlights, then splash into the bay to view Point Loma and Shelter Island as well as sea lions, pelicans and other playful residents.
Moderate Activity
$59.95
Local Connections: Explore San Diego's Culinary Roots
- Old Town
Feast your way through historic Old Town on this culinary experience crafted by Bill Esparza. At Aqui es Texcoco, a Mexican-style lamb barbecue venue, savor the delicious meat and sample the "pulque," a beverage made from the agave plant. Continue on to ¡SALUD!, a Chicano food eatery, for street-style tacos. Your last stop is Por Vida, for fresh fruit juice called "agua frescas."
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$99.95
San Diego Zoo On Your Own
- San Diego Zoo
Enjoy a fun, full-day self guided adventure to the world-renowned San Diego Zoo! Ride a tour bus, take an aerial tram or stroll through 100-acres featuring over 4,000 rare animals and 700,000 exotic plants. Visit the Children's Zoo created just for kids.
Moderate Activity
$109.95
Temecula Wine Tasting
- San Diego's Countyside & Wine Tasting
Raise a glass and say cheers to wine tastings at two Temecula wineries. Just outside of San Diego, Temecula's wine country was named a Top 10 Wine Travel Destination by Wine Enthusiast in 2019. So unwind with wine among the natural beauty of Wilson Creek Winery and Peltzer Family Cellars.
Easy Activity
$134.95
San Diego Zoo Safari Park On Your Own
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Experience the thrill of an African Safari during this full-day, self-guided excursion via air-conditioned motorcoach to the famous San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Walk or take the tram to tour this 1,800-acre wildlife sanctuary where animals roam freely. Enjoy animal shows and animal encounters.
Strenuous Activity
$139.95