San Diego Harbor Attractions

San Diego Harbor Attractions & Resources Links (under construction):

The San Diego Maritime Museum has many options to enjoy, from Tall Ships, to Art Exhibits, to Bay Cruises. Please visit the website to learn all about the exciting family-oriented adventures.

The Big Bay Visitor Walking Tour Ideas:

Hornblower Cruises & Events: Fun 1 & 2 hour cruises on the San Diego Bay

WHAT YOU GET:

1 and 2-hour narrated cruises
Information about over 50 San Diego landmarks
Photo and video opportunities like no other!
Comfortable indoor or outdoor areas
A look at marine animals and seabirds
An introduction to local environmental efforts
Snackbar with adult beverages, soft drinks, hot and cold snacks, plus souvenirs available for purchase

Daily Cruise Schedule

One-Hour Tours: 10:00 am, 11:15 am, 12:30 pm, 1:45 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:15 pm, *5:30 pm (summer only)

    Two-Hour Tours: 10:00 am, 11:15 am, 12:30 pm, 1:45 pm, 3:00 pm, *4:15 pm (summer only)

     Kids Cruise FREE on Harbor Cruises

    *Kids 12 and under cruise free on any Hornblower harbor cruise with purchase on one full-fare adult ticket. Use discount code BIG when you book.

    Maritime Museum of San Diego: The Maritime Museum of San Diego boasts a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels. The museum’s collection includes the world’s oldest active ship Star of India; the 1898 steam ferry Berkeley; the 1904 steam yacht Medea; the 1914 Pilot; a B-30 Soviet attack submarine; the state’s official tall ship Californian — a replica of a mid-19th century revenue cutter; and the H.M.S Surprise, a magnificent replica of an 18th century Royal Navy frigate featured in the award-winning film “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.”

The museum is open every day of the year from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Special packages that include Bay tours are available.

   San Diego Aircraft Carrier Museum Midway Magic: South along the Embarcadero from the Maritime Museum is the longest-serving aircraft carrier in U.S. Naval history, the USS Midway. Now a museum, the San Diego Aircraft Carrier Museum features:

Self-guided audio tour
Three types of optional flight simulators
Virtual video tour of access-limited spaces

The Aircraft Carrier Museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the exception of
Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The ticket booth closes at 4:00 p.m.