Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Coronado, California (CA)

Explore the affluent beach resort town of Coronado with a private guide, departing for the island by luxury vehicle from your San Diego hotel. You’ll spend two hours on a private tour that includes an extensive visit to the iconic Hotel del Coronado, Coronado Beach and the Glorietta Bay Inn, plus stop for photos of the city skyline across San Diego Bay.

Inclusions: Professional tour guide, Water and snacks, Transportation by luxury SUV, Sedan, or Mercedes Sprinter Van

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Let a private guide escort you on a ultimate 4-hour sightseeing tour of San Diego while you relax with personal transportation by luxury car or SUV. Instead of a set itinerary, you can customize your own plans to see that sights that interest you most. You will visit Coronado, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, resplendent and beautiful Balboa park, and the famed and glittering La Jolla, with its attendant cove and pristine beaches. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Inclusions: Professional tour guide, Water and snacks, Transportation by luxury car or SUV

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified (optional)

Come join us for a fun-filled adventure of touring “America’s Finest City” – San Diego! From the white sand beaches of La Jolla to the oldest Spanish settlement of Old Town, the vibrancy of The Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, Downtown San Diego, Little Italy, and Coronado Island, San Diego has it all and we want to show you the best of it on our sightseeing tour of San Diego! Whether on vacation with your family or in town for the day on business, you will be sure to fall in love with this city on the sea. From our Best Coast Tours family to yours, come cruise with the Best!

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water

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Coronado is just across the bay from downtown San Diego. Coronado mean’s “The Crowed One” in Spanish. If you want to enjoy the outdoors while exploring San Diego at a slower pace this is the way to do it! Spectacular views of San Diego Bay and San Diego Skyline are included at no extra cost! From the Coronado Ferry Landing we’ll begin our totally flat, almost car-free tour on a beautiful separated bike path. We’ll ride under the Coronado Bridge, through the island onto the Silver Strand bike path. The Silver Strand parallels the ocean and San Diego Bay, which is often referred to as the most beautiful and cyclist-friendly bike routes in Southern California. On some of the 15 miles of dedicated bike paths we’ll pass gorgeous Victorian homes, the Naval Amphibious Base, home of the SEAL team 6 and stop the famous (and infamous!) Hotel Del Coronado. We may even stop for ice cream!

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Tour Guide, A minimum of 2 people required, per booking , Adult Pricing Applies to all Travelers , Bottled water

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Mission Bay Bike Tour Highlights: Almost car-free – primarily on Bike Paths Ocean Boardwalk for miles and miles Belmont Park with Roller Coaster and Wave House Sea World Wildlife Reserves One-of-Kind Pacific Beach and Pier Duration: 2 - 2.5 hours

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Bottled water, Use of bicycle, A minimum of 2 people required, per booking , Adult Pricing Applies to all Travelers

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Guests will enjoy a super-fun guided electric bicycle tour on Coronado's most beautiful coastal bike paths, scenic photo hotspots, and areas of historical interest. You can pedal if you like, but Fat Woody’s powerful electric drive system will easily push you along with the breeze at a gentle cruising speed of 8-15 mph. Relax to The Beach Boys as we take a musical blast-to-the-past on our 'Surfin Safari' around the island! Inspired by the woody wagons of California beach & surf culture, Fat Woody Beach Cruisers are custom handcrafted. Finished with real mahogany, white oak and premium leather, these cruisers are a true piece of art on wheels. If you’re looking for a truly unique & memorable southern California experience, take a ride on one of these incredibly unique beach cruisers! (2) Two Guest Minimum - (6) Six Riders Maximum Riders must be minimum 21 years old, unless accompanied by parent. Riders MUST be 5’2” and taller and must have proficient bicycle riding skills.

Inclusions: Use of my custom artisan Fat Woody electric beach cruiser!, Use of a color-matched helmet! It's important to be color coordinated., Integrated Bluetooth Speaker System. Bring your favorite playlist!, Integrated beverage holder with complimentary bottled water.

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The Tour is a wonderful Coronado Experience where you'll discover the Island's famous attractions including close-up views of one of the country's largest wooden structures, HOTEL DEL CORONADO. Visit the CROWN ROOM and discover the locations where Marilyn Monroe filmed the movie, SOME LIKE IT HOT. See the WIZARD OF OZ House - where L. Frank Baum wrote the Oz stories and hear about 19-year-old KATE MORGAN and how Kate may still HAUNT the HOTEL DEL. The US NAVY SEALS call Coronado home and since the City is also the Birthplace of Naval Aviation, you'll find out how the early military used their ingenuity to launch the newly discovered invention, the airplane, from the deck of a ship. See massive Ocean Blvd. seaside MANSIONS and hear about their historical significance. It's all here for you, the history, mystery and magnificence of Coronado. Plus, your knowledgeable Ambassador Guide will share Inside Info on the best places to SHOP, DINE, PLAY and STAY on beautiful Coronado.

Inclusions: Enjoy fresh-brew organic coffee and cold Fiji Water before and after your tour!, Fresh Bakery Donuts, Snacks and Ice Cream Available

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Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We'll stroll the streets and look at multi-million dollar homes, beautiful landscaping, unique architecture, and, of course, the beach. After a quick stop for a sweet treat we'll continue to explore this beach town that was home to artists, aviators and innovators.

Inclusions: Snacks, Museum Donation (if open at time of visit), Professional Tour Guide

Exclusions: Guide Gratuity

Explore downtown San Diego, the Embarcadero and Coronado Island by Segway on a morning or afternoon tour narrated by an informative guide. Admire gorgeous views of San Diego Bay from the Embarcadero. Take a ferry ride to Coronado Island to check out more sights including Coronado Beach and the Hotel del Coronado. Traveling by Segway is not only fun and different, but allows you to easily cover much more ground than walking.

Inclusions: Narration by professional guide, 30-minute Segway orientation, Use of Segway and safety equipment (helmet), Ferry ride, Chips and bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Enjoy an overview of San Diego's top sights and the stunning northern coastline on a full-day tour by minivan that includes Coronado, the Embarcadero and Balboa Park. Check out places of interest in the Gaslamp Quarter, where you’ll have free time to purchase lunch and explore at your leisure. Then spend the afternoon in the enclave of La Jolla — the ‘jewel of San Diego’ — where rugged shoreline cliffs charm all travelers, from both near and far. We do require a minimum of 4 people total (solo travelers are welcome to join) to have the tour go out, in the event of us not achieving 4 guests we'll send you out on our shorter version or supply you with another tour of equal value or issue a full refund!

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by luxury car or SUV., Water and snacks

Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off