Old Town Trolley Tours San Diego: Hop-On Hop-Off San Diego, CA

Historic Tours of America San Diego Old Town Hop On Hop Off Tour4010 Twiggs StreetSan Diego, CA 92110
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Total Price: $54.00 (USD)
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Overview

Enjoy a day sightseeing aboard the Hop-On Hop-Off San Diego Trolley. Stay on the Old Town Trolley for the 1 hour and 40-minute loop tour or hop off at any of the 11 stops along the route at your leisure. Then, hop back on when you’re ready to continue the tour. This fully narrated tour includes stops at popular attractions like Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo.

up to 2 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Hop on and off at any 11 stops for 1 or 2 days to discover over 100 San Diego sights.
  • Explore Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, Balboa Park, Coronado, and downtown.
  • The 25-mile tour lasts about 1 hour and 40 minutes if you choose to complete the entire loop.
  • The trolley tour is family-friendly. Kids 3 and under ride free.
  • Food and drinks are allowed on the trolley, but alcohol is not permitted.
  • Enjoy live narration by the knowledgeable and entertaining conductors.
  • Tours depart from Old Town with trolleys arriving roughly every 30 minutes, depending on traffic and weather.
  • Wheelchair-accessible trolley available upon advance request. Only service animals allowed.

Description

Like no place on earth, San Diego offers an abundance of stunning natural beauty, rich history, and an array of cultural, iconic, and entertaining attractions. The best way to see it all is on board the city’s original sightseeing tour, Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego.

For more than 20 years, Old Town Trolley Tours has been transporting guests around the city. Combining points of interest with fascinating history and amusing anecdotes, the trolley tour stops at all of San Diego’s most popular attractions. This 2-hour tour allows you to get off and on as often as you wish, spend as much time as you like at each stop, and re-board another trolley when you are ready.

You will be treated to gorgeous views of the Big Bay and the city skyline from atop the 2-mile long Coronado Bridge—the ribbon of blue steel. Travel through the historic Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town—the birthplace of California, the Embarcadero, and Little Italy. You’ll be taken to the island of Coronado—home to the fabulous and historic Hotel del Coronado as well as Coronado Beach, which is consistently on the list of top 10 beaches in the country. If that isn’t enough to make your day, there’s also a stop in Balboa Park – home to over 12 museums, free gardens, The Old Globe Theatre, and the World Famous San Diego Zoo!

San Diego, affectionately known as “America’s Finest City,” is the ideal place for visitors of all ages, with pristine beaches, marvelous weather, and endless possibilities for activities to suit everyone’s pace. Learn the remarkable facts about California’s second largest city and how it came to be the paradise it is today on Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego. Sit back and enjoy the view!

Old Town Trolley Tour:
  • Tours depart at 9:00 am from Old Town. Departure times vary at each stop.
  • Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes
  • Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Last re-boarding times vary depending upon the Trolley Tour stop location and time of year. If you choose to stay on the trolley, the tour time is approximately 2 hours. During the hours of operation, you may hop on and hop off as many times as you like.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tours of San Diego

How long does the tour last?

The entire tour loop lasts approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes if you don’t get off the trolley. You have a full day of unlimited hop-on, hop-off privileges at 11 different stops in San Diego and Coronado. You may hop on and off at any of the convenient stops throughout the day.

What time do the tours start?

The Old Town Trolley Tour typically begins every day (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) at 9:00 am (subject to change without prior notice) at the Old Town Depot. However, you can start your tour at any stop. Please note that each stop has a different starting time.

How often do trolleys come to each stop?

Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego operates the largest sightseeing fleet in the city, offering more frequent pickups and drop-offs than any other trolley company. Trolley frequency varies based on the time of the year, traffic, and weather.

Are the trolleys wheelchair accessible?

Not all trolleys are wheelchair accessible, but arrangements can be made with at least 24-hour notice. Please call the operator via the number in your e-ticket to request for a trolley with a wheelchair lift. Please note that the combined weight of the rider and wheelchair/scooter must not exceed 600 lbs, with dimensions no more than 30 inches wide and 48 inches long.

Are pets allowed on the trolleys?

No, sorry. Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed on board the trolleys.

How do I get to Old Town?

Old Town Trolley Depot is located at the Old Town Market on 4010 Twiggs Street and San Diego Avenue in the heart of Old Town San Diego, about a four-minute drive from the "Old Town Exit" on Interstate 5. Public transportation and parking are available at this stop.

Where can I park?

Convenient parking can be found near any of the trolley depots. You’ll find free all-day parking spaces located at Old Town Parking/Lot C at 4015 Twiggs St., Old Town Parking/Lot F at 2750 Juan St., and Old Town Transit Center at 4451 Pacific Hwy.

Can I bring my stroller on board the trolley?

Yes, the trolleys can accommodate strollers, but they must be collapsible and stored up front with the conductor. Strollers in the aisle ways would constitute a safety hazard.

Where can babies or toddlers ride on the trolley?

Babies and toddlers can sit on the parent or guardian’s lap. Depending upon the age, a child could sit in their seat.

Are the trolleys heated?

No, the trolleys are open-air vehicles.