• San Diego Convention Center - Admire this striking building with its row of Teflon-covered “sails” that face the bay. The convention center is a leader in building sustainability.
• Coronado Bridge - See the bridge as you learn how it was built and the importance of Coronado Island.
• Seaport Village - Visit this mixed-use space with restaurants and shopping areas along the bay.
• Tuna Harbor Dockside Market - Part of the city’s historic coal wharf, the harbor served as an important naval fleet landing site until the mid-20th century.
• U.S.S. San Diego Memorial - Honor the distinguished service of the USS San Diego and its crew at this World War II memorial.
• Public Art “Embracing Peace” - Officially titled “Embracing Peace,” this statue depicts the famous photograph in Times Square of a sailor embracing a woman following the surrender of Japan after WWII.
• A National Salute to Bob Hope & the Military - These bronze figures show service members in military uniforms authentic to the various eras of Bob Hope’s career.
• Top Gun Street - Learn how and where the hit movie “Top Gun” was filmed in and around San Diego.
• USS Midway Museum - Named after the Battle of Midway, which took place in June 1942 and was a turning point in the Pacific Theater during World War II, this ship is permanently docked in San Diego. Get tips from your guide on how to make the most of your visit here before entering with your included ticket.

• Entrance ticket to the USS Midway Museum
• Walking tour of the scenic San Diego waterfront
• Experienced local guide

• Lunch (can be purchased on the USS Midway)
• Gratuities

Experience the city’s rich maritime heritage with our San Diego Waterfront Walking Tour, including a visit to the historic USS Midway Museum. Discover San Diego’s naval legacy, starting from its origins in 1759 with the Presidio Military Fort in Old Town. Learn how the city’s strategic port evolved, from the arrival of the Great White Fleet in 1908 to the establishment of naval bases on Coronado Island.

Along the way, enjoy sights like the Coronado Bridge, the USS San Diego Memorial, the iconic Victory Kiss sculpture, the “National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military” statues, and more.

Conclude your tour aboard the USS Midway, the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century, and relive its storied past from WWII through the Cold War. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your unforgettable journey through San Diego’s waterfront and military history!

• The walking tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers. The USS Midway is accessible to 60% of the attraction.
• Total Tour Duration inclusive from start to each leg of the tour to end.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.