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    Lakeside Museum

    5.0 (1 review)

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    Maritime Museum - Star of India, the world's oldest active sailing ship, a San Diego icon only found at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

    Maritime Museum

    4.5(373 reviews)
    17.5 miLittle Italy

    There are 7 total ships, including the Star of India, and a submarine. You can purchase your ticket…read moreat any of the main booths/boat entrances, then show your receipt to visit the others on the same day. The flexibility of a self-guided tour was great. One ship was away on a sail in the afternoon this past Saturday, but there was more than enough to explore on the various vessels during our visit. Plenty to see and experience on each of the boats. We stepped onto the swift boat where staff educated us about its machine gun. And we walked through and checked out the different sections of the USS Dolphin submarine too. The HMS Surprise was a lovely ship with plenty of references to its use in films. The Star of India was like a museum all on its own, so many areas to explore and a ton of history to learn. The Californian was pretty basic, not very different from many other ships we've visited in the past. Steam Ferry Berkeley was the largest, with displays showcasing scientific instruments, model boats, artwork, the riverboats in Vietnam, the engine room, a torpedo caught by a fisherman, and a special exhibit featuring the "histories of the black pacific". There's a gift shop on site as well. Altogether, the variety of ships at the Maritime Museum made for an interesting adventure, a bit touristy, but worth the cost if you're into history or simply like boats.

    Ok so I will split this into two reviews:…read more 1: the ships and actual adventure 2: the reservation process and customer service 1: booked a trip for the Spanish replica ship adventure the San Salvador and really loved it. The ticket also got you access to the other ships to walk around which was cool. But the coolest part was that San Salvador was sailed like they would have sailed it waaay back when. We got to see real rigging masts sails steering all being done by a crew and it was a totally amazing experience and such a perfect day. Bonus: we saw dolphins and it was a perfect day. Drawback: the gentlemen speaking throughout didn't talk into his mic often so missed a lot but oh well - who's really going for history?! such a good time!!. 2. I had a good with my tickets and called and tried to talk to folks in person and could never get someone. The tickets were cancelled but not refunded which was a bummer and staff in the kiosk even said they phone lines were messed up. A bummer. :(

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    Maritime Museum - Onboard the schooner 'Californian'.

    Onboard the schooner 'Californian'.

    Maritime Museum - Onboard the schooner 'Californian'.

    Onboard the schooner 'Californian'.

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    Triton Charters

    Triton Charters

    4.7(305 reviews)
    20.2 miPoint Loma
    Luxury
    Locally owned & operated

    Had a great time on the Labor Day catamaran ride with Triton Charters! There were around 80 people…read moreon board, but it still felt spacious enough to move around comfortably and enjoy the different areas of the boat. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the trip. Drinks were available for purchase at pretty reasonable prices, and the boat itself was clean and well maintained. The ride lasted about 2.5 hours and had some really nice views of San Diego Bay and the downtown skyline. Definitely recommend keeping an eye out for their Black Friday ticket deals too since you can usually get a much better rate. Overall, a fun way to spend an afternoon on the water!

    We went on a Saturday afternoon cruise. The staff was organized and out checking everyone in prior…read moreto when the cruise was supposed to start . Do beware you have to wait in the sun if it's a hot day. Boarding was easy and fast, and the bar was open as soon as we stepped on. The bartender was enthusiastic and helpful, and they had a great selection of drinks. Prices were pretty typical to a bar in San Diego. They have a musician, who was great, and he started right as the boat headed out. The boat itself has covered and not covered spaces, and you can move around as you want. I was pleasantly surprised that the bathrooms were nice, and you didn't have to climb any stairs to use them. All their staff were welcoming and helpful. They were offering to take photos with your phones if you wanted and collected cups as you were finished, so you didn't have to get up if you didn't want to. We sailed around the bay, under the Coronado Bridge, and back. There weren't any points where we stopped and people got in the water. We just cruised along, which was perfect for the day. I would highly suggest taking a Triton trip. We had a great time, and as locals, we will definitely go again another time. Thanks for a fun day!

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    Triton Charters - Wedding guests

    Wedding guests

    Triton Charters - This isn't a pic of our team, but we took it the same day after our sail. We were at the Portside Harbor Brigantine for dinner.

    This isn't a pic of our team, but we took it the same day after our sail. We were at the Portside Harbor Brigantine for dinner.

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    Hot Tub Cruisin - Hot Tub Yacht Rentals

    Hot Tub Cruisin

    4.3(163 reviews)
    19.7 mi

    We booked Hot Tub Cruisin as a Bachelorette activity this past weekend and had a great time! There…read morewere 12 of us on the boat, and it didn't feel overcrowded--everyone had a spot to relax and enjoy. When we first arrived, most of us needed to use the restroom (since there isn't one on the boat), and the girl working at check-in seemed a bit annoyed by that. However, once we got on the boat, she was totally fine and helpful. A few things to note: someone in your group does have to drive the boat, so plan ahead for that. You can bring your own 21+ drinks as long as they're not in glass containers, and you'll need to bring your own ice. Once you're out on the water, it's pretty lively with lots of other boats and people. We played our own music and just hung out--it was a really fun, chill experience. The two hours definitely go by fast, so keep an eye on the time. They're strict about going over, even by a minute, so we set a timer and started heading back 30 minutes before our end time. Overall, a fun and unique experience we'd recommend!

    If you're even thinking about booking a hot tub boat, stop thinking and just DO IT--especially with…read morethis company! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of incredible. The boat was clean, comfortable, and perfectly warm even with the breeze on the water. It's not every day you get to combine luxury, adventure, and pure relaxation all in one, but, what truly made the day unforgettable was the amazing service. Huge shout-out to Kyle - he was fantastic! Super friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure we were having a memorable experience for my friends bachelorette party. Do not be discouraged by the other ratings on this site, I highly, highly recommend and think this is the perfect addition to any plan in San Diego. It will create a lifetime memory. Plus you get to see Sea Lions on your way out!

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    Hot Tub Cruisin - Hot Tub Pontoon boat cruise

    Hot Tub Pontoon boat cruise

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