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San Diego Harbor Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

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  • San Diego
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore San Diego Harbor on a flexible, GPS-guided audio walk past maritime landmarks, waterfront memorials, and sweeping bay views.

About this tour

Explore San Diego Harbor on a self-guided audio walk filled with maritime stories, waterfront memorials, and wide-open bay views. This 2.5-mile route lets you set the pace, linger for photos, or pause for a bite along the way.

Start beside the waterfront at the San Diego County Administration Center and follow GPS-triggered narration past the Maritime Museum, USS Midway, Homecoming Statue, Tuna Harbor Park, and Bob Hope Memorial. Continue through Seaport Village toward the San Diego Convention Center and the Rady Shell, with views toward the Coronado Bridge. A live GPS map shows your location and guides you between stops, while the audio brings the harbor’s landmarks and history into focus.

Download the tour on Wi-Fi before you arrive, then explore without using mobile data. There’s no fixed schedule, and you can take as long as you like; allow 1–2 hours for the route. This is an exterior walking experience, so attraction admission and interior access are not included. Begin your San Diego Harbor audio walking tour whenever you’re ready and discover the waterfront at your own rhythm.

Highlights

  • Follow a 2.5-mile waterfront route at your own pace
  • Admire harbor views and look toward the Coronado Bridge
  • Discover stories at the USS Midway, Maritime Museum, and Tuna Harbor Park
  • Pause for photos, food, or extra time by the bay
  • Use a live GPS map to follow your location and route

What's included

Included

  • GPS-triggered audio narration
  • Live GPS map showing the route and your location
  • Flexible dates through the Tripvia Tours mobile app
  • Customer service by phone and email
  • Tour download for offline use after downloading on Wi-Fi

Not included

  • Smartphone or tablet
  • Headphones (optional; audio can play through the device speaker)
  • Attraction tickets and interior access
  • In-person tour guide

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Important information

  • Begin at the San Diego County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway, beside the waterfront
  • Finish at Fifth Avenue Landing
  • Download the tour on Wi-Fi before starting; no signal or mobile data is required during the tour
  • The route is approximately 2.5 miles and takes 1–2 hours
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  • Nearby attractions may be closed or inaccessible due to seasonal or other circumstances
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long does the tour take?

Allow 1–2 hours to complete the 2.5-mile route, or take as long as you like.

Where does the tour start and end?

It begins at the San Diego County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway, and finishes at Fifth Avenue Landing.

Do I need mobile data during the tour?

No. Download the tour on Wi-Fi before you start; the GPS map and audio work without mobile data or a signal.

Is this a guided tour?

No. This is a self-guided audio walking tour with no in-person guide.

Are attraction tickets included?

No. Attraction tickets and interior access are not included, and recommended attractions may be closed or inaccessible.

How this score is calculated

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10. Tours without a usable provider rating are not scored.

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