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Newport Harbor Tour: Scenic Views and Historic Sites
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28 Ratings
Newport Beach
There is simply no other place like Newport Harbor…a gorgeous 3-mile-long sheltered body of water with beautiful views of fabulous multi-million-dollar homes, yachts, and historic sites. Because I am the captain, I drive and free up your time so that you can eat, drink and be merry! This relaxing two-hour tour provides you with local history.
There is simply no other place like Newport Harbor…a gorgeous 3-mile-long sheltered body of water with beautiful views of fabulous multi-million-dollar homes, yachts, and historic sites. Because I am the captain, I drive and free up your time so that you can eat, drink and be merry! This relaxing two-hour tour provides you with local history.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Newport Beach - Step back in time as we cruise around the historic sites of Newport Harbor. From the tales of early fishermen to the rise of a luxury seaside community, you’ll experience a rich tapestry of maritime history and modern glamour, all from the comfort of our Duffy boats.
- Balboa Island - This charming island offers a picturesque…
- Newport Beach - Step back in time as we cruise around the historic sites of Newport Harbor. From the tales of early fishermen to the rise of a luxury seaside community, you’ll experience a rich tapestry of maritime history and modern glamour, all from the comfort of our Duffy boats.
- Balboa Island - This charming island offers a picturesque setting with its quaint homes, boutique shops, and eateries. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the island, take a ferry ride, or indulge in famous frozen banana treats.
- Newport Beach Yacht Club - As you cruise by, you can see this prestigious yacht club, known for its beautiful clubhouse and impressive array of yachts.
- Linda Isle - This exclusive residential island offers a glimpse into luxurious waterfront living in Newport Beach. The stunning homes and their private docks are sights to behold from the water.
- Bay Island - The only natural island in Newport Harbor, Bay Island features quaint cottages and lush gardens, providing a serene and picturesque view from your boat.
- Harbor Island, Newport Beach - This man-made island is home to some of the most exclusive real estate in Newport Beach. From the water, you can admire the grandiose homes and beautifully landscaped properties.
- Lido Marina Village - Seen from the water, this area provides a picturesque backdrop with its stylish boutiques, eateries, and yachts moored in the marina.
- Balboa Pier - From a boat, you can see these iconic structures jutting out into the ocean, offering a unique viewpoint compared to being on the pier itself.
What's Included
- Captain included
- Boat rental included
- Historic tour included
- Captain included
- Boat rental included
- Historic tour included
What's Not Included
- Parking, food and drink are excluded from the cost of the tour.
- Parking, food and drink are excluded from the cost of the tour.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot easily get into a low boat.
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot easily get into a low boat.
Location
2901 West Coast Hwy
West Coast Highway
ALLOW 30 MINUTES TO PARK, SIGN IN AND USE THE RESTROOMS.
We will meet next to the restrooms on the southeast side of the 2901 building...
Longitude and Latitude Point ... 33.6200517, -117.9253082
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Kathyrobinson1971
Oct 7, 2025
Full refund for a booking mistake! - I made a mistake on booking date for this boat tour, but did not realize it until the day before it was to happen. The operator refunded my full amount and was a pleasure to work with. I was happy to rebook and looking forward to this experience the end of October!
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Douglas
Aug 22, 2025
Perfect Harbor Cruise! - Kathy was a wonderful host. She was fun and knowledgeable. We will definitely use her services again! The facility including parking was easy to access and exceptionally clean.
Thank you Kathy
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Courtneyrc4353ys
Aug 8, 2025
Great location and experience! - We had the best time and really enjoyed this experience! Kathy was wonderful and gave us many fun facts about the Harbor and the weather was perfect. We would definitely do this again and I highly recommend this option for those who want to enjoy a duffy boat without having to have one person drive the boat the whole time.
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Shawndv168oh
Jul 26, 2025
Fun trip around the harbor - The tour was great. We went with 6 adults and 3 children under 6 and the timeframe was perfect. The guide was very knowledgeable about the area and made our time on the water memorable.
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Janelled690
Jul 25, 2025
Great time, great energy! - We enjoyed our Duffy boat ride and tour so much! Kathy was amazing and brought such a fun energy. We enjoyed the ride as we visited with our family and got historical stories and tidbits along the way. Would 100% do it again!
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724ruthannj
Jul 25, 2025
Highlight of Our Family Reunion - We had a family reunion with our daughters and little granddaughters (ages 1 1/2, 2, and 5) in Newport. The highlight of our trip for everyone was our historic Newport Duffy boat ride with Captain Kathy. My husband and I are from Tustin where our kids grew up and my husband grew up in Huntington Beach, yet Kathy still surprised him with historical facts about Newport. We would definitely hire Captain Kathy again.
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Sugv2025
Jul 22, 2025
Relaxing & Informative Newport Harbor Boat Tour - My family enjoyed a relaxed and informative historic boat tour with Kathy Ochiai this summer at Newport Harbor. Kathy was an amazing guide. She was a pleasure meet and so easy to talk to as well. She provided us with a wonderful experience. She also provided us with a ton of great local recommendations to check out during our visit.
Thank you again for the great experience Kathy!
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Pacificwhim
Jul 15, 2025
A fantastic two hours! - We used to be OC Coast locals, so this was extra special for us because we got to share the harbor and Newport with our daughters. Kathy, our guide, was fabulous. So knowledgeable, so friendly—she made the trip an even bigger treat. If you're looking to take a break from the art festivals and the beach, spend two hours gliding through Newport Harbor and learning about Roy Rogers and John Wayne and Shirley Temple. Book Kathy and take this tour.
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Randall_g
Jul 3, 2025
Kathi was a great tour... - Kathi was a great tour guide—quite knowledgeable about the harbor, its history and current and former residents.
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D1610tekimberlyh
Jun 22, 2025
Newport Bay - Who knew! - Kathy was awesome! Seeing Newport from this water view and learning how it came to be the place it today was so interesting. There is so much more there than I knew!
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