San Diego Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City". Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of San Diego and Coronado at your own pace hopping on and off with the options that best suit your interests.
Additional Info
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 are not allowed
KIDS FREE OCTOBER - Kids (0-12) ride free travelling from Oct 1-31 with a paid adult. 1 free child per paid adult. You do not have to purchase a child ticket, the child will automatically go free with adult purchase.
Operates 9am-6pm (last tour departs Old Town at 4pm) from March 11-October 29
Operates 9am-5pm (last tour departs Old Town at 3pm) from October 30-March 10
"Present this ticket at any Old Town Trolley Ticket Booth or you may board at any trolley stop by showing your Ticket to the Driver. Trolleys depart approximately every 20 minutes from each stop."
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule: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.
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.
Stop 2: Maritime Museum & Star of India - Stop B is located on the Embarcadero. Across the street is the Waterfront Park and County Administration building.
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 also located at this stop.
Stop 4: Seaport Village - Stop D is located on the east side of Seaport Village next to the Bay Company.
Stop 5: Marriott Marquis and Marina - Stop D is located in the front of the Marriott Hotel at the Waterfall.
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.
Stop 7: Petco Park/East Convention Center/Hilton Bayfront - Stop G is located on East Harbor Drive, under the pedestrian bridge.
Stop 8: Barrio Logan Stop.Cesar Chavez Parkway & National Ave. - Chicano Park, Restaurants, Art Galleries, Craft Breweries
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.
Stop 10: Balboa Park/San Diego Zoo - 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
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
What‘s Included
Live commentary on board
Local taxes
Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map https://sd.map.audiometours.com/
San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.
Options
Trolley Tour 2-Day
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use on San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour for two consecutive days
Trolley Tour 1-Day
1-Day Pass: Unlimited use on San Diego Hop-on Hop-off Tour for one calendar day.
Reviews
2,664 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day Out
Christopher T,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant tour that we did when we docked at San Diego with our cruise. The pick up stop was right out side of the terminal could not be closer. Matt, Jack and Deb were great drivers and guides. Would recommend the museum at Balboa park great Reuben and Rembrandt.
Save $$$ on parking nd avoid hassles!
Michele B,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to explore and NOT pay thousands in Parking in San Diego. We normally don’t do such things but found it quite enjoyable! Guides were funny and entertaining. We stopped at Coronado, Old Town and Little Italy’s. All places with either NO parking or very expensive parking. They drop you in the heart of each place so it is convenient. Highly recommend.
Way to start off visit to San Diego
upupandaway121,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First thing I did in San Diego. It’s a great way to see the top tour spots in the city and get a good idea of where I wanted to spend my time here. Very good tour and all the tour employees were so nice and helpful.
go early to avoid the...
John B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00go early to avoid the heavy traffic times. several opportunities to get off and visit interesting sites.
Best way to see San Diego
mkent,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trolley is the best way to see San Diego. Don't think you can walk the city the trolley does a 25-mile loop to different destinations in the city. It provides an easy way to get around the city and hop off and enjoy the stops you want to see.
Excellent trip
Andy W,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent way to see the city when you have limited time Mary Beth our bus driver was such fun and knowledgeable made the trip great
Very informative...
Thomas M,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative Thoroughly enjoyed the stops on Coronado. This was my second time there and I would definitely go back again when in the San Diego area .
Great city experience
Eileen B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00This is a great way to see and get to know what this city is all about. The trolley drivers are knowledgeable, good humored, and make for a fun experience. It’s a great way to get around the city, as well. Just make sure you ask for the map/brochure when you first board the trolley. We weren’t aware of it and missed out on a lot of the perks and coupons in it.
Touring San Diego from cruise ship.
Charles Z,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best way to see the beautiful city of San Diego in one day. The pick up point was right at our cruise ship.
This provides a great...
David A,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00This provides a great overview of the city. Recommend that you get off at the Coronado stop, the Balboa park, and Old Town stops to see the sites in greater detail.
From US$57.00
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