Sights of San Diego Harbor: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore San Diego's incredible waterfront! We'll point out and tell you all about the attractions, statues, buildings, parks, memorials and more that make up the incredibly beautiful San Diego Harbor. Aside from the sights, you'll learn a bit about San Diego's history, the bay and wildlife that frequent the area. Tour highlights include the USS Midway Museum, Seaport Village, Rady Shell, Coronado Bridge, Ruocco Park, Bob Hope Memorial & more! The tour also comes with fun location based trivia questions. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer. Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
Departure Point
- The tour begins at San Diego's famous Embarcadero waterfront path, across from the San Diego County Administration Building.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the Convention Centre Parking lot.
Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Maritime Museum of San Diego
If you take a look across the road you will see the "Jewel on the Bay" notable for its architecture. We'll tell you why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Portside Pier
1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, California
The museum preserves one of the largest collections of historic sea-vessels in the United States. We'll give you a brief overview on a few of the vessels you can see from the dock.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Port of San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal
1140 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
One of the only restaurants in the area constructed entirely on an over-water platform, with panoramic views of the bay. It's not just for those eating, either!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor Drive, , San Diego, California
B-STREET PIER. The majority of cruise-ships leaving from San Diego dock here. We'll tell you where some of them are headed.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Homecoming Statue
700 N. Harbor Drive, Tuna Wharf, San Diego, California
Here you'll see a decommissioned naval aircraft carrier, known as the Midway, that's been docked right here on Navy Pier and turned into a museum. We'll tell you about it's service.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: A National Salute to Bob Hope & the Military
Tuna Harbor Park, The Embarcadero, San Diego, California
We'll tell you the story behind the statue which expresses the joy of a sailor returning to his family after a long period at sea.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
Harbor Drive & G Street, San Diego, California
Hear how this park was formerly known by the funny-sounding name and why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ruocco Park
585 Harbor Lane, San Diego, CA 92132
THE BATTLE OF LEYTE GULF MEMORIAL. Hear about the memorial dedicated to the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which is considered the largest naval battle of World War II.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tuna Harbor Dockside Market
598 Harbor Ln, Seaport Village, San Diego, California
We'll tell you the origins of the statue which date back to an iconic photo in 1945.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Seaport Village
849 W Harbor Dr, Downtown, San Diego, California
We'll tell you why this statue is a well deserved salute to an actor and comedian known worldwide and his greatest legacy.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Flame of Friendship
San Diego, CA 92101
The memorial you'll see here, honors the USS San Diego and it's crew, who served during World War II.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Welcome to Ruocco Park! A 3.3-acre waterfront park featuring quaint rest-areas, complete with greenery like shrubs, trees & grass as well as some unique public artwork.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Coronado Bridge
State Route 75, San Diego, California
THE RIPARIUM. If you look at the sculpture as a whole, including the poles and-cables used to suspend the tree, what do you see? We'll tell you!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fifth Avenue Landing
San Diego, CA 92101
Not only can you buy delicious fish, but you can gain an understanding and appreciation of the San Diego fishing and aquaculture industry.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Embarcadero
400 Kettner Blvd, World Pier, San Diego, California
Opened in 1980, the village's aesthetics were intended to recreate a harbor-side setting of a century ago.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
BRIEF HISTORY OF SAN DIEGO. As you walk along the beautiful waterfront and stare out at San-Diego Bay, it seems like the perfect time to tell you a little bit about the history of this incredible city.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waterfront Park
1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, California
You're currently walking through the venue for the annual San Diego Blues Festival. Since its debut in 2011, the festival has become a must-attend event for blues fans across the country.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tuna Harbor Park
Tuna Ln, San Diego, California
San Diego's goal is to both develop their economic base and, at the same time, protect the ecosystems that make up this unique natural treasure.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Public Art "Embracing Peace"
Tuna Lane, San Diego, CA 92101
Hear how Roy is known for his Hawaiian inspired cuisine, blended with California French Japanese cooking traditions, created with fresh ingredients from the Islands.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar - San Diego, CA
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
We'll point out the roof to the Sails Pavilion which is intended to reflect San Diego's maritime history, as well as to advertise the center's proximity to the San Diego shore.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: San Diego County Administration Building
1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
You'll hear about this eye-catching sculpture, which in Spanish is called 'Flama De-La Ahmistad', which was created by Leonardo Nierman of Mexico City.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Diego Convention Center
111 Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Jacobs Park's Rady Shell is a state of the art concert-venue, that is said to elevate the experience of live music. We'll tell you how it came to be.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: PR7G+3G2 San Diego
San Diego, CA
Hear the interesting reason why the bridge takes a very unusual curved path, rather than a straight and much more direct one.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: PR6H+F94 San Diego
San Diego, CA
SUPERYACHTS. We'll tell you about this docking area, known as Fifth Avenue Landing and composed of 12 slips designed for superyachts.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Diego Blues Festival
400 Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101
You'll be walking along the Embarcadero the whole time!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Public Art "Last Call"
1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: PR4J+R4W San Diego
San Diego, CA
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge
1080 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Roy's Restaurant
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours mobile app
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
Exclusions
- Smartphone or tablet
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Attraction Tickets
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Sights of San Diego Harbor audio walking tour!
**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR**
Tour Code SANH73
1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you're reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia.
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code SANH73.
4. Tap 'download tour' ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process.
5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works.
6. Enjoy your tour!
Help → info@tripvia.tours | 1-866-874-7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore San Diego's incredible waterfront! We'll point out and tell you all about the attractions, statues, buildings, parks, memorials and more that make up the incredibly beautiful San Diego Harbor. Aside from the sights, you'll learn a bit about San Diego's history, the bay and wildlife that frequent the area. Tour highlights include the USS Midway Museum, Seaport Village, Rady Shell, Coronado Bridge, Ruocco Park, Bob Hope Memorial & more! The tour also comes with fun location based trivia questions. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer. Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
Departure Point
- The tour begins at San Diego's famous Embarcadero waterfront path, across from the San Diego County Administration Building.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the Convention Centre Parking lot.
Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Maritime Museum of San Diego
If you take a look across the road you will see the "Jewel on the Bay" notable for its architecture. We'll tell you why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Portside Pier
1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, California
The museum preserves one of the largest collections of historic sea-vessels in the United States. We'll give you a brief overview on a few of the vessels you can see from the dock.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Port of San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal
1140 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
One of the only restaurants in the area constructed entirely on an over-water platform, with panoramic views of the bay. It's not just for those eating, either!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor Drive, , San Diego, California
B-STREET PIER. The majority of cruise-ships leaving from San Diego dock here. We'll tell you where some of them are headed.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Homecoming Statue
700 N. Harbor Drive, Tuna Wharf, San Diego, California
Here you'll see a decommissioned naval aircraft carrier, known as the Midway, that's been docked right here on Navy Pier and turned into a museum. We'll tell you about it's service.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: A National Salute to Bob Hope & the Military
Tuna Harbor Park, The Embarcadero, San Diego, California
We'll tell you the story behind the statue which expresses the joy of a sailor returning to his family after a long period at sea.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
Harbor Drive & G Street, San Diego, California
Hear how this park was formerly known by the funny-sounding name and why.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ruocco Park
585 Harbor Lane, San Diego, CA 92132
THE BATTLE OF LEYTE GULF MEMORIAL. Hear about the memorial dedicated to the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which is considered the largest naval battle of World War II.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tuna Harbor Dockside Market
598 Harbor Ln, Seaport Village, San Diego, California
We'll tell you the origins of the statue which date back to an iconic photo in 1945.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Seaport Village
849 W Harbor Dr, Downtown, San Diego, California
We'll tell you why this statue is a well deserved salute to an actor and comedian known worldwide and his greatest legacy.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Flame of Friendship
San Diego, CA 92101
The memorial you'll see here, honors the USS San Diego and it's crew, who served during World War II.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Welcome to Ruocco Park! A 3.3-acre waterfront park featuring quaint rest-areas, complete with greenery like shrubs, trees & grass as well as some unique public artwork.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Coronado Bridge
State Route 75, San Diego, California
THE RIPARIUM. If you look at the sculpture as a whole, including the poles and-cables used to suspend the tree, what do you see? We'll tell you!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fifth Avenue Landing
San Diego, CA 92101
Not only can you buy delicious fish, but you can gain an understanding and appreciation of the San Diego fishing and aquaculture industry.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Embarcadero
400 Kettner Blvd, World Pier, San Diego, California
Opened in 1980, the village's aesthetics were intended to recreate a harbor-side setting of a century ago.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
BRIEF HISTORY OF SAN DIEGO. As you walk along the beautiful waterfront and stare out at San-Diego Bay, it seems like the perfect time to tell you a little bit about the history of this incredible city.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waterfront Park
1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, California
You're currently walking through the venue for the annual San Diego Blues Festival. Since its debut in 2011, the festival has become a must-attend event for blues fans across the country.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tuna Harbor Park
Tuna Ln, San Diego, California
San Diego's goal is to both develop their economic base and, at the same time, protect the ecosystems that make up this unique natural treasure.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Public Art "Embracing Peace"
Tuna Lane, San Diego, CA 92101
Hear how Roy is known for his Hawaiian inspired cuisine, blended with California French Japanese cooking traditions, created with fresh ingredients from the Islands.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar - San Diego, CA
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
We'll point out the roof to the Sails Pavilion which is intended to reflect San Diego's maritime history, as well as to advertise the center's proximity to the San Diego shore.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: San Diego County Administration Building
1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
You'll hear about this eye-catching sculpture, which in Spanish is called 'Flama De-La Ahmistad', which was created by Leonardo Nierman of Mexico City.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Diego Convention Center
111 Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Jacobs Park's Rady Shell is a state of the art concert-venue, that is said to elevate the experience of live music. We'll tell you how it came to be.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: PR7G+3G2 San Diego
San Diego, CA
Hear the interesting reason why the bridge takes a very unusual curved path, rather than a straight and much more direct one.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: PR6H+F94 San Diego
San Diego, CA
SUPERYACHTS. We'll tell you about this docking area, known as Fifth Avenue Landing and composed of 12 slips designed for superyachts.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Diego Blues Festival
400 Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101
You'll be walking along the Embarcadero the whole time!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Public Art "Last Call"
1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: PR4J+R4W San Diego
San Diego, CA
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge
1080 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Roy's Restaurant
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Not a point of interest, but the tour passes by and you can spend as much time here as you like before continuing on.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours mobile app
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
Exclusions
- Smartphone or tablet
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Attraction Tickets
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Sights of San Diego Harbor audio walking tour!
**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR**
Tour Code SANH73
1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you're reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia.
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code SANH73.
4. Tap 'download tour' ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process.
5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works.
6. Enjoy your tour!
Help → info@tripvia.tours | 1-866-874-7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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