Dinner Cruises - WHAT YOU GET: 3-hour Cruise Aboard a Yacht on San Diego Bay; Your Own Private Table; Boarding Glass of Chilled Champagne or Sparkling Cider; Choice of Three 3-course Dinner Menus Prepared Fresh Onboard the Ship; Vegetarian, Gluten-free & Kids Options Available by Request; Complimentary Coffee & Tea; A Professional DJ for Music and Dancing; Views of San Diego that Change with the Courses; FREE Wi-fi. Post Your Pics While you Cruise! Menu is subject to change based on seasonality of fresh ingredients and Holidays. View the Hornblower Dinner Cruise Brochure. Have more questions? Read the difference between Hornblower and other competitors.

President's Day Weekend Brunch Cruises:  Sparkling waves and soft breezes set the mood for this relaxing mid-day tour, featuring free-flowing bubbly and unbeatable views of San Diego’s sights. The relaxing bay cruise includes a buffet stocked with classic American breakfast dishes, plus plenty of seasonal lunch entrées and richly decadent desserts. Our helpful guide will tell stories and give us historical context as we sail past amazing San Diego sights including the Coronado Bay Bridge, the Star of India, the North Island Naval station, and the barking sea lions at Point Loma. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ideal way to see the Bay.

Red, White & Brew Sightseeing Cruises:  Enjoy the best sightseeing on San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated tour of more than 50 storied landmarks. We’ll cover over 13 miles on the Big Bay, passing by Seaport Village, Shelter Island, ship-building and dry-docking facilities, Coronado Island, Point Loma, and Cabrillo National Monument, among many others. As we sail, we’ll see delightful marine animals and majestic sea birds, and we’ll talk about what local environmental efforts are doing to protect them. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture all the sights in photos and video, and our fully stocked snack bar is always open - featuring adult beverages, ice-cold beer, hot & cold snacks, ice cream, souvenirs and more.  

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruises:  If you love whales, dolphins, sea lions, and sea birds, hop on board for a breathtaking experience on the open ocean. We’ll speed out to sea on one of our large, comfortable yachts and pass barking sea lions and pods of leaping dolphins as we search for the legendary gray whales - known for making one of the longest migrations. As we make our way on a 3.5-hour tour, we’ll be treated to a live narration by our experienced captain and our on-board naturalist (from the San Diego Natural History Museum). You’ll stay cozy and comfortable with both indoor and outdoor seating and a snack bar featuring hot food, a full bar, and souvenirs.