Take the guesswork out of your sightseeing in San Diego and book a half-day private tour with an ultimate itinerary. Leave the driving to a personal guide who accompanies you by luxury car or SUV to the city’s major attractions. Stroll the landscaped gardens of Balboa Park, explore the historic Gaslamp Quarter, drive across the bridge to visit Coronado Island or discover the cliffside enclave of La Jolla. On this tour, set your own pace at the sights that interest you most!
- Half-day privately led sightseeing tour of San Diego
- Visit Coronado Island, or explore Balboa Park, a National Historic Landmark District
- Admire the Victorian-era buildings of the Gaslamp Quarter
- Snap photos of the Pacific from Mt Soledad and La Jolla
- Enjoy luxury round-trip transport from your hotel
What To Expect
Another Side Of San Diego Tours
Allow us to escort you on the best private sightseeing tour experience in America’s Finest City! This tour begins when we meet you at your point of origin to transport you throughout the loveliest and most renowned parts of our city.
• Admission Ticket Free
Coronado Bridge
Built in 1969, the Coronado Bridge spans more than 11,000 feet and rises 200ft at maximum clearance. At it’s base on the San Diego side sits the Chicano Park, and the bridge is easily visible from both the coast and the air. It’s now as synonumous with San Diego as the Golden Gate bridge is with San Francisco.
• Admission Ticket Free
Coronado Island
“The Crowned One” in Spanish, Coronado island is a jewel of the coast. Surrounded by silvery mica-laced beaches, and full of art galleries, small shops, and renowned restaurants, it is a beach paradise. The island has been attracting visitors since before the 1880s and is a must-see for any vacationer looking for that SoCal beach experience.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Coronado Ferry Landing
Located in one, if not the most picturesque settings in Coronado. Coronado Ferry Landing has everything you can ask for in a first-class shopping village.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hotel del Coronado
An iconic oceanfront presence since 1888
Along the Pacific on Coronado Island, our Victorian-style resort has hosted royalty, celebs, and beach loving families for over 130 years. We offer a wellness spa with pool, an outdoor pool, and activities for the whole family. Take in California sunsets with seven waterfront dining options. Chandelier-lit ballrooms, blooming gardens, and panoramic views make events shine.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Glorietta Bay Park
Bayside playground with a boat ramp & picnic area, plus views of downtown San Diego.
• Admission Ticket Free
Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter, known as the Historic Heart of San Diego, is a 16 block downtown neighborhood full of nightlife and world-renowned restaurants. Full of Victorian architecture and small museums, as well as Horton Plaza Park and Petco Park, it’s a must-see.
• Admission Ticket Free
Balboa Park
Balboa Park is a 1,200 acre park full of museums, the beautiful Spanish Art Village, restaurants and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. It was placed in reserve in 1835 and remains one of Americas oldest public parks, right in the heart of downtown San Diego.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Comic-con Museum
For the past 50 years, San Diego Comic-Con has created one of the biggest, most popular conventions of its kind in the world. But the organizers of Comic-Con wanted to do even more to recognize fans and spread the magic of Comic-Con.
They imagined a place where fans could come together to celebrate the things they love, not just for a few days each summer, but all year long. A place where the public could learn about areas of art and pop culture of which they may not even be aware. A space where everyone is included, where old fans and new could enjoy the passion, creativity, and imagination of Comic-Con, while learning about science, technology, art, storytelling and much more. Now, with the help of fans like you, that dream will soon become reality.
• Admission Ticket Included
Timken Museum of Art
The Timken Museum of Art sits within walking distance of the Spanish Village and the Botanical Building. It features a collection of European Old Masters, 19th century American art, and Russian Icons. It also features the only Rembrandt painting on display in San Diego.
• Admission Ticket Included
Museum of Us
Dedicated to the exploration of cultural anthropology, the Museum of Man features exhibits that explore everything from cannibalism to beer history. Currently undergoing a seismic retrofit, the Cannibals and PostSecret exhibitions still remain open to the public.
• Admission Ticket Included
La Jolla Shores Park
La Jolla Shores, with its northern part Scripps Beach, is a beach and vacation/residential community of the same name in La Jolla, San Diego, California. The La Jolla Shores business district is a mixed-use village encircling Laureate Park on Avenida de la Playa in the village of La Jolla Shores.
• Admission Ticket Included
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
Crowned with a white cross, the Mt. Soledad memorial honors living and dead soldiers from the Revolutionary War all the way to the modern War on Terror. It features black granite slabs honoring everyone from Presidents, to the common every-day solider protecting American freedoms.
• Admission Ticket Included
Spanish Village Art Center
The Spanish Art village was originally constructed in 1935 for the California Pacific International Exposition, it designed as a colorful vibrant small courtyard meant to invoke the feeling of being transported to a country village in Spain. Today it is a thriving community of artisans, everything from blacksmiths to glass-blowers to basket weavers.
• Admission Ticket Included
La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Cove is a small cove with a beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California. Point La Jolla forms the south side of the cove. The area is protected as part of a marine reserve and is popular with snorkelers, swimmers and scuba divers.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Children’s Pool
Children’s Pool in La Jolla was originally an area in San Diego designated for children to swim. In 1932, a seawall was built to protect the shore from oncoming waves, making it the ideal spot for children to paddle without danger. While the Children’s Pool in La Jolla provides a swimming spot suitable for children, the conditions also prove to be idylic for harbor seals and sea lions. Seal Rock, which is located just north of the beach is home to hundreds of seals, and its close proximity to the Children’s Pool La Jolla has increased seal interest in the pool area. Seals have since come to the La Jolla Children’s Pool to bathe, bask and even give birth to their seal pups.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children 3 and under are free
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Lyft & Uber: We are listed on the ride share apps as ‘Another Side Of San Diego Tours’. Ride-shares are the preferred and best way for our guests to come to us.
Option 1: The LAZ Parking lot is located at 8th Ave. and G Street. The address is: 665 8th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
Option 2: The Park-It-On-Market lot is located at 7th Ave. and Market Street. The address is: 614 Market St. San Diego, CA 92101
Option 3: The next closest all day lot is at the corner of 2nd Ave. and Island. The lot is directly across from 100 Harbor Club Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 **Not available from 7/1 thru 7/31 due to Comic Con***
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Narration by professional guide
Bottled Water and Small Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Mercedes Tour Van
Round Trip Pick-up and Drop-off
Exclude
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified (optional)
Max group – 15
