Old Town Trolley Tours San Diego: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing
Old Town Trolley Tours •
4010 Twiggs Street • San Diego, CA 92110
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Explore "America’s Finest City" with Old Town Trolley Tours San Diego. Enjoy a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour with live narration, panoramic views, and unlimited reboarding at 11 convenient stops. Choose a 1- or 2-day pass for flexible, family-friendly fun.
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The loop tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Yes, boarding is allowed at any of the 11 designated stops, including: Stop 1: Entrance to Historic State Park and Old Town Market (4010 Twiggs Street) Stop 2: Maritime Museum / Star of India on the Embarcadero (N. Harbor Drive and Ash Street) Stop 3: Embarcadero Marina (1004 N. Harbor Drive) Stop 4: Seaport Village (825 West Harbor Drive) Stop 5: Marriott Marquis and Marina (333 West Harbor Drive) Stop 6: Gaslamp Quarter – Corner of 4th street and Island Avenue (480 Fourth Avenue) Stop 7: East Convention Center – Petco Park and Hilton Bayfront (855 East Harbor Drive) Stop 8: Barrio Logan at Cesar Chavez Pkwy. and National Ave. (1113 Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy) Stop 9: Coronado / Orange Avenue (1107 Orange Avenue, between C and B Avenues) Stop 10: Balboa Park / Zoo (2185 President’s Way) Stop 11: Little Italy – Corner of India and Cedar Streets (1605 India Street)
Yes. Tickets are valid from the time of first use until the end of the day. A 2-day pass is also available.
Trolleys typically run daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last tour departure times vary by season. From January 1 to March 9, on July 4, and from November 3 to December 31, the last tour departs Old Town at 3:00 PM and concludes around 5:00 PM. From March 10 to July 3 and July 5 to November 2, the last tour departs at 4:00 PM and finishes around 6:00 PM. Operating hours may vary due to traffic, weather, or special events.
Trolleys typically arrive at each stop every 30 minutes throughout the day. Arrival times may vary slightly depending on traffic conditions, weather, and seasonal demand.
Yes, most trolleys are wheelchair accessible. Guests using mobility devices should provide at least 24 hours' notice by calling the number on your e-ticket. For safety and convenience, accessible boarding is recommended at Stop 1 (Old Town), Stop 4 (Seaport Village), or Stop 10 (Balboa Park). The mobility device must not exceed 600 lbs when occupied and must fit within 30 inches by 48 inches. Collapsible wheelchairs may be stored if the guest can board independently.
Only service animals are permitted on the trolley. Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed.
The Old Town Trolley Depot is located at the entrance to the Historic State Park and Old Town Market (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.
Convenient parking can be found near any of the trolley stops. 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.
Yes, 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.
Babies and toddlers can sit on the parent or guardian's lap. Depending upon the age, a child could sit in their seat.
No, the trolleys are open-air vehicles.