The Famous Coronado Tour

San Diego
Durations- 2 hours (approx.)
Languages- English
Address- San Diego, San Diego, California

Get whisked away to Coronado Island for a personalized tour of the affluent beach resort. A private guide drives you across the San Diego’Coronado Bridge and accompanies you to the iconic Hotel del Coronado for an up-close look at this National Historic Landmark. Spend time at Coronado Beach and the Glorietta Bay Inn, and get’plenty of photo ops of San Diego Bay and the city skyline. Bottled water, snacks and round-trip hotel transport by luxury vehicle are included.

  • Private tour of Coronado Island from San Diego
  • Visit the Hotel del Coronado, and learn about its A-list past
  • Walk along Coronado Beach, and visit the Glorietta Bay Inn
  • Learn about Coronado from a private guide who provides historical insight
  • Enjoy transport by luxury vehicle with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Meet your private guide at your San Diego hotel, and be whisked away by luxury car or SUV to neighboring Coronado Island, located just across shimmering San Diego Bay. As you drive across the distinctive San Diego–Coronado Bridge, admire views of the bay and downtown skyline.

When you arrive on the island, start with a comprehensive tour of the Hotel del Coronado, aka 'the Del,' built in 1888 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. Step into the lobby and downstairs hallway with your guide, who provides fascinating tidbits about the resort and its celebrity-filled heyday. View large photographs on display that present a historical timeline and offer a glimpse into the resort’s enchanting past.

Then head outside to sink your toes into the soft sand of Coronado Beach, often ranked one of the best in the United States, and snap photos of the Del’s famous red roof and white facade. Learn from your guide about the hotel's classic Victorian design as you join sunbathers and beachcombers for a stroll.

About a 10-minute walk away is the Glorietta Bay Inn, a boutique hotel that was once the home of wealthy businessman John Spreckels. Learn about this prominent figure in San Diego’s history as you see the 11-room mansion, and then hop back in your tour vehicle, stopping for a photo op of San Diego from Coronado Island before crossing the bridge and returning to your hotel for drop-off.

Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required.

Highlight

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children 2 years and under are free
It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Narration by professional guide
Bottled Water and Small Snacks
Transportation by Mercedes Van

Exclude

Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Max group – 15