Hornblower Cruises & Events - San Diego

All tours run daily unless otherwise noted

Valid until: Apr 5, 2009

Whale watching season with Hornblower Cruises & Events is December through April, with approximately 28,000 gray whales passing by the San Diego coast. Whale watchers are treated to the awe-inspiring sight of these majestic giants while aboard a comfortable Hornblower whale watching yacht in southern California. Each three and a half-hour whale watching adventure is narrated by an experienced captain with information exclusively endorsed by the San Diego Natural History Museum. Other wildlife, such as sea lions, blue herons and three kinds of dolphins put in appearances.

Tour Times: Daily- 9:30am and 1:30pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Season starts December 20, 2008 and lasts through April 5, 2009.

Valid until: Mar 31, 2009

Watch the sun go down, sip champagne and enjoy a three-course dinner prepared fresh on board by our chefs. Then dance the night away or watch the San Diego sights drift by from the outdoor decks.

You’ll be thrilled to know that Hornblower Cruises doesn’t participate in cruise style seating, you’ll have privacy at your table and not be seated with strangers!

Tour Times: Boarding at 6:30pm, Cruising from 7pm-10pm

Tickets are not valid on Holidays or Special Event cruises: Feb. 10, 11,12,14 April 18, May 13, July 4, Nov 22, December 24,25,31

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Valid until: Mar 31, 2009

Watch the sun go down, sip champagne and enjoy a three-course dinner prepared fresh on board by our chefs. Then dance the night away or watch the San Diego sights drift by from the outdoor decks.

You’ll be thrilled to know that Hornblower Cruises doesn’t participate in cruise style seating, you’ll have privacy at your table and not be seated with strangers!

Tour Times: Boarding at 6:30pm, Cruising from 7pm-10pm

Tickets are not valid on Holidays or Special Event cruises: Feb. 10, 11,12,14 April 18, May 13, July 4, Nov 22, December 24,25,31

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Valid until: Mar 31, 2009

Enjoy fresh sea air and year-round sunshine aboard your two-hour cruise. Dive into a lavish brunch buffet with free-flowing champagne. Take a trip to the sundeck to soak in the sights. At Hornblower, it’s not just brunch, it’s an experience!

Sundays year-round and Saturdays and Sundays during the summer.

Tour Times: Boarding 10:30am, Cruising from 11:00am - 1:00pm

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Valid until: Mar 31, 2009

For 120 minutes and covering over 27 miles, the two-hour cruise is the COMPLETE Bay cruise. Highlights include the history and famous sights of San Diego including everything from sea lions to Navy SEALS. You’ll see the Navy Submarine base, the spectacular Coronado Bridge, the famous Star of India, dry-docking and ship building facilities and the famous Hotel Del Coronado. The two-hour tour is the best way to see the complete bay and learn all there is to know about the famous waterway.

What makes the Bay Cruise so popular and special? Professional Captains provide interesting narrative on the cruise aboard safe, comfortable yachts. Unlike many tours, you may visit the Captain in the wheelhouse. Hornblower offers child-friendly cruises with cute First Mate stickers and coloring maps. Enjoy a loaded snack bar on board, with adult beverages, souvenirs and photos.

Tour Times: 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm
Check into ticket booth 15 mins. prior to departure

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Valid until: Mar 31, 2009

Our one hour bay cruise is a 13-mile tour of the north or south bay. Relax in comfort on the observation deck while our professional crew narrates the rich history, local points of interest and facts about San Diego landmarks and military.

Hornblower Cruises has put a new twist on their traditional San Diego daytime harbor cruise by featuring one of the most animated highlights of the tour- California Sea Lions in the wild! Many people will be thrilled to know that hundreds of the fascinating pinnipeds can be observed lounging on the buoys in the middle of harbor and on the bait barge near Point Loma.

Tour Times: 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm, 4:15pm (Alternates North Bay, then South Bay)
Check into ticket booth 15 mins. prior to departure

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Valid until: Dec 31, 2009

Evenings on the water take on a whole new luster under the light of a full moon. Come aboard Hornblower’s signature Dinner Cruise and enjoy a boarding glass of champagne, a three course dinner and plenty of time to dance and take in the sights of the sparkling San Diego skyline. Reserve now...

Tour Times: Boarding at 6:30pm, Cruising from 7pm-10pm

Full Moon Dinner Cruise is available on select dates:
January 11, February 9, March 11, April 9, June 7, July 7, August 6, September 4, October 4, November 2, December 2