Maritime Merriment in Los Angeles Harbor

Step into America’s naval history and cruise the scenic waters of Los Angeles Harbor on this captivating coastal adventure

Travel with us to San Pedro for an exciting day exploring the best of Los Angeles Harbor. Step aboard the legendary USS Iowa, the largest U.S. battleship ever built, for a docent-guided tour through this iconic 45,000-ton warship turned interactive museum. Known as the “World’s Greatest Naval Ship,” the USS Iowa served for more than 50 years and remains one of the most celebrated battleships in American history.

Discover what life at sea was like as you explore the Captain’s Quarters, Command Engagement Center, Tomahawk Cruise Missile Launchers, and more. Enjoy a delicious boxed lunch aboard the ship while taking in sweeping harbor views and fresh ocean air.

Continue your maritime adventure at the Maritime Museum, where fascinating artifacts, historic photographs, intricate ship models, and immersive exhibits bring the stories of seafarers to life.

Then relax on a scenic 45-minute harbor cruise through the Port of Los Angeles. Cruise past waterfront landmarks, towering cargo ships, and bustling docks while watching for playful seals, sea lions, and native coastal birds.

From legendary naval history to beautiful harbor scenery, this engaging coastal getaway offers the perfect blend of discovery, relaxation, and maritime adventure.

USS Iowa Documentary

USS Iowa

Maritime Museum

Harbor Cruise

Having a Treat in Los Angeles Harbor

Tour Manager:*

• Patti Foley

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

Activity Level: High

This tour involves considerable periods of standing, walking up and down ladders, and traversing narrow pathways. The ship is a Historical Landmark, and is therefore not ADA accessible, which may make navigating challenging for guests with limited mobility.

What's Included in the Tour Fare

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup locations throughout San Diego County

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Time for lunch on own at The LAB Anti-Mall or The CAMP in Costa Mesa

• Admission and guided tour of the USS Iowa Battleship

• Optional visit to the Los Angeles Maritime Museum

• One-hour scenic narrated cruise of Los Angeles Harbor

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals

• Cancellation Protection

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

How to Make a Reservation

Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

14-Day Cancellation Deadline

• If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking for any reason up until 1 hour prior to tour departure and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare, less the cost of the CPP.

• If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are permitted at no additional cost if they do not require pre-clearance, such as with tours visiting government facilities.