Whale Watching by City Cruises

550 reviews

4 hrs

Spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and a whole host of sea birds on this tour of the open ocean.

All-Inclusive
Family-friendly
Outdoors
Tours
Cruises and water activities

Select the number of participants

Adult 13–64 years

$66.90$74.33

Child 4–12 yearsi

$46.83$52.03

Estimated total · $66.90

Winter Whale Watching San Diego Tickets Discount | Go San Diego Pass

Overview

You’ll speed out to sea on one of our large, comfortable yachts and pass barking sea lions and pods of leaping dolphins as you search for the legendary blue whales-the largest mammal on Earth.

During the 4-hour whale-watching tour, you'll be treated to a live narration by our experienced captain and our on-board naturalist (from the San Diego Natural History Museum).

You’ll stay cozy and comfortable with both indoor and outdoor seating and a snack bar featuring hot food, a full bar, and souvenirs.

We also offer a guarantee, if some type of whale is not sighted on your whale watching cruise, you will receive a pass good to return for a Whale Watching Cruise or 1 or 2 Hour Harbor Cruise from Hornblower San Diego.

Location

970 N Harbor Dr.
92191 San Diego

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Sofia Y.
Jan 2026
Staff made the itinerary feel effortless. worth blocking a half-day for.

Priya D.
Apr 2026
Clear signage when we arrived. We learned more than expected in a short visit, nothing felt confusing at the entrance.

Diego T.
Dec 2025
Staff made the itinerary feel effortless. Highlights matched what was advertised, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Emma M.
Dec 2025
We squeezed it into a packed weekend without stress. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Yuki Y.
Jan 2025
A calm experience even on a crowded day. nothing felt confusing at the entrance.

Yuki M.
Nov 2025
Well organized from start to finish. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs.

Zara P.
Feb 2026
Straightforward redemption with our pass. Seating/rest spots helped older travelers in our group, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Hanna V.
Jul 2025
Clear signage when we arrived. (Views exceeded our expectations, matching what friends told us—but better in person.)

Leo W.
May 2025
Easy to combine with other sights. We learned more than expected in a short visit, even though it was a busy day.

Emma L.
Jan 2025
Easy to combine with other sights. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, worth blocking a half-day for.

James L.
Mar 2026
Well organized from start to finish. easily one of the highlights of our trip. (Would pair nicely with a light lunch nearby.)

Oliver A.
May 2026
Smooth check-in with no surprises. Highlights matched what was advertised, and overall it was one of our favorite stops.

Ravi N.
Apr 2025
Straightforward redemption with our pass. Transitions between rooms or stops felt purposeful, easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Luca S.
Jan 2026
The pace worked well with kids. would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs.

Sofia E.
Jan 2025
A calm experience even on a crowded day. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, matching what friends told us—but better in person.

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