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Hop On Hop Off San Diego Tours
Hello, I’m James Decker, General Manager of Old Town Trolley of San Diego and CASTmember since 2024.
As you explore the scenic coastal landscape, you’ll learn why San Diego is called “America’s Finest City.” Since 1989, Old Town Trolley Tours has provided sightseeing tours highlighting the best of San Diego.
Relive history and enjoy Transportainment®
Welcome to San Diego
Our fleet of orange and green trolleys travel frequently throughout San Diego and over the iconic San Diego-Coronado Bridge to Coronado on a continuous 25-mile loop, visiting various neighborhoods with 11 destination stops.
Our friendly conductors narrate the San Diego tour with a fascinating and fun mix of trivia and humorous stories. It will be our pleasure to guide you through the birthplace of California. As a San Diego resident, I assure you that Old Town Trolley Tours is the best way to see the city. Because we showcase the best of San Diego and Coronado, you can avoid costly parking and city driving. The tour is also designed so that you can hop on and off and explore on your own at any time. With frequent pickups at all our stops, this helps you avoid walking long distances.
Hop On Hop Off San Diego Tour Tickets
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO & CORONADO IN ONE DAY
- Hop On, Hop Off at 11 Stops Around San Diego and Coronado Island
- Fully Narrated 1 hour and 45 Minute Tour
- Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
- Open-Air Sightseeing Perfect for Taking Pictures
- Stories Narrated by Local Experts
- 100+ Points of Interest
- American Owned and Operated
- Start at Any Designated Stop
- San Diego's Largest Fleet With the Most Frequent Service
- FREE discount coupons ($30 value)
- FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
- FREE Admission to Select Museums
- FREE Map Brochure With Day Planner
- Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
- Kids Free in October, 1 Free Child per Adult
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO BY SEA AND LAND
- Old Town Trolley Tours:
- Hop On, Hop Off at 11 Stops Around San Diego and Coronado Island
- Fully Narrated 1 hour and 45 Minute Tour
- Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
- Open-Air Sightseeing Perfect for Taking Pictures
- Stories Narrated by Local Experts
- 100+ Points of Interest
- American Owned and Operated
- Start at Any Designated Stop
- San Diego's Largest Fleet With the Most Frequent Service
- FREE discount coupons ($30 value)
- FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
- FREE Admission to Select Museums
- FREE Map Brochure With Day Planner
- Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
- Kids Free in October, 1 Free Child per Adult
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
- SEAL Tour:
- 100-minute, fully narrated SEAL Tour
- SEAL Tour departs from Seaport Village
- State-of-the-art U.S. Coast Guard certified Hydra-Terra vehicles
- FREE admission to select museums
- Attraction tickets do not have to be used on the same day
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO & EXPLORE HISTORY
- Old Town Trolley Tours:
- Hop On, Hop Off at 11 Stops Around San Diego and Coronado Island
- Fully Narrated 1 hour and 45 Minute Tour
- Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
- Open-Air Sightseeing Perfect for Taking Pictures
- Stories Narrated by Local Experts
- 100+ Points of Interest
- American Owned and Operated
- Start at Any Designated Stop
- San Diego's Largest Fleet With the Most Frequent Service
- FREE discount coupons ($30 value)
- FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
- FREE Admission to Select Museums
- FREE Map Brochure With Day Planner
- Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
- Kids Free in October, 1 Free Child per Adult
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
- Whaley House Daytime Self-Guided Tour:
- Self-paced tour through the interior and surrounding grounds of the House.
- Immerse yourself into the history that makes the property a unique legacy site.
- Discover the heritage that leads many to believe that the Whaley House is America's Most Haunted!
- Get an unparalleled peek into early California history.
- Attraction tickets do not have to be used on the same day
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HERE ARE JUST A FEW REASONS WHY OLD TOWN TROLLEY IS THE BEST SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN TOWN:
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Guarantee
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Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
Trolley Tracking
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FREE map brochure with day planner
FREE Map
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FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
FREE Walking Tours
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FREE admission to select museums
FREE Museums
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Most frequent hop on & off all day tour of San Diego & Coronado
Hop On & Off All Day
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Start your San Diego tour at any of our convenient stops
11 Stops
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Tour length: 1 hour and 45 minutes
1 Hour & 45 Minutes
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Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
Tour Coronado
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More than 100 Points of Interest
100 Points
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San Diego’s most comprehensive tour fully narrated by our expert tour conductors
Expert Conductors
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San Diego’s largest fleet with the most frequent service
Largest Fleet
Voted “Best Way to See The City” by SignOnSanDiego.com
See San Diego Full Tour Map
Download Old Town Trolley San Diego map brochure and see our Map and Stops.
To receive a brochure by mail, go to contact us.
Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
Planning your day around San Diego just got easier. With the Trolley Tracker Map, you can see where all Old Town Trolley San Diego vehicles are in real time and know when trolleys are expected to arrive at each stop. It helps you decide when to head out, when to take a break, or when to catch the next ride without guessing. It’s a simple way to stay informed and keep your plans moving smoothly as you explore America’s Finest City!
Free Self-Guided Walking Tours
With Your Trolley Ticket
Enjoy San Diego your way with our self-guided walking tours. As you hop off the trolley, the adventure continues at your own pace, using your smartphone for turn-by-turn guided audio tours. Explore rich history, discover hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of America’s Finest City. Even after you disembark, the fun keeps going, ensuring an unforgettable experience that’s uniquely yours.
Free Museum Admission
Show your Old Town Trolley sticker and receive FREE admission to the following museums:
- Mormon Battalion
- San Diego Firehouse Museum
- San Diego History Center
- Coronado Historical Association and Coronado Museum
“FREE with your purchase of a trolley ticket, you will receive our full color map. You can get your map at any Old Town Trolley booth.”
Explore the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and experience Mexican and early American life in the 19th century, including 5 original adobe homes filled with fascinating artifacts. Tour the Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum and learn about the Navy’s longest serving carrier. Enjoy the shopping, dining, and entertainment at Seaport Village. Check out the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with its Victorian-themed buildings and dozens of shops and nightclubs. Visit the William Heath Davis House, a “saltbox” style home similar to Davis’ original home, the founder of New Town San Diego.
Take the trolley to Coronado, “the Crown City,” home of the famous Hotel del Coronado, one of the nation’s top resorts. See Balboa Park, a city park that combines open space and greenery with cultural attractions. Stroll through El Prado, a long promenade running through the park, lined with Spanish architecture. Don’t miss the San Diego Zoo, one of the largest, most progressive zoos in the world with over 4,000 animals!
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria welcomes visitors to America’s Finest City!
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From stunning coastal views to historic landmarks and world-class attractions, San Diego is a destination like no other. Join Old Town Trolley Tours as we share the city’s rich history, culture, and unique neighborhoods — all while connecting you to the best sights and experiences San Diego has to offer.
Schedule
Tours open daily.
Tour length: 1 hour and 45 minutes.
January 1 – March 9, July 4, November 3 – December 31
9am – 5pm
Last tour departs Old Town at 3pm finishing up approximately at 5pm.
March 10 – July 3, July 5 – November 2
9am – 6pm
Last tour departs Old Town at 4pm finishing up approximately at 6pm.
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Times vary depending on season.
Ticket Booth Locations
Stop 1 – Old Town
4010 Twiggs St.
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Stop 3 – Embarcadero
1004 North Harbor Drive
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Stop 4 – Seaport Village
825 North Harbor Drive
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Stop 9 – Coronado – Orange Ave.
1107 Orange Ave.
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San Diego Tour Tickets
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO & CORONADO IN ONE DAY
- Hop On, Hop Off at 11 Stops Around San Diego and Coronado Island
- Fully Narrated 1 hour and 45 Minute Tour
- Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
- Open-Air Sightseeing Perfect for Taking Pictures
- Stories Narrated by Local Experts
- 100+ Points of Interest
- American Owned and Operated
- Start at Any Designated Stop
- San Diego's Largest Fleet With the Most Frequent Service
- FREE discount coupons ($30 value)
- FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
- FREE Admission to Select Museums
- FREE Map Brochure With Day Planner
- Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
- Kids Free in October, 1 Free Child per Adult
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO & CORONADO IN TWO DAYS
- 2 consecutive** days of free unlimited re-boarding
- Hop On, Hop Off at 11 Stops Around San Diego and Coronado Island
- Fully Narrated 1 hour and 45 Minute Tour
- Real-Time Trolley Tracking Map
- Open-Air Sightseeing Perfect for Taking Pictures
- Stories Narrated by Local Experts
- 100+ Points of Interest
- American Owned and Operated
- Start at Any Designated Stop
- San Diego's Largest Fleet With the Most Frequent Service
- FREE discount coupons ($30 value)
- FREE Self-Guided Walking Tours
- FREE Admission to Select Museums
- FREE Map Brochure With Day Planner
- Only hop-on and off tour over the bridge to Coronado
- Kids Free in October, 1 Free Child per Adult
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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SEE THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO AT NIGHT
- Hop aboard the Trolley for a picturesque evening you won't forget
- Open-air sightseeing perfect for taking pictures
- Approximately 1 hour and 40 minute tour
- See San Diego's famous sights illuminated at night
- Take in romantic views of the city and cruise past notable landmarks
- Highlights include The Historic Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, Coronado's Ferry Landing, USS Midway and more