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Tall Ship Adventure aboard the Schooner Californian with General Admission

5 Reviews 4.20 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | San Diego, USA

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Overview

Californian was built from the ground up in 1984 at Spanish Landing in San Diego Bay. She was launched with great fanfare for the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles. In July 2003, the Governor signed a bill into law designating the Californian as the official tall ship of the State of California. She is the only ship to carry this prestigious title.

Since her launching in San Diego the Californian has played host to thousands of adventure travelers, sailing enthusiasts, students and history buffs up and down the West coast. She has also made voyages to Hawaii, Mexico and the East coast of the United States. Californian casts a distinctive and instantly recognizable silhouette and has become one of the most well known tall ships in America.

Sailing the Californian and experiencing a tall ship adventure with the Maritime Museum sail crew on San Diego Bay is a Top Thing To Do when in San Diego!

What's Included

  • General Admission (Self-guided) to the Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Meeting Location

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    North Harbor Drive
    San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    This Tall Ship Adventure is a four-hour adventure history sail aboard the schooner Californian.
    The Californian is a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and the Official Tall Ship of the State of California.

    Join the crew in sailing a traditionally rigged tall ship. Passengers will be invited to haul a line, man the helm and watch the crew as they scamper up and down the rigging to set and furl the sails. Listen as the Californian’s crew relates the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of firing a ship's cannon, life at sea and more.

    Tickets include general admission to enjoy a self-guided tour the Maritime Museum of San Diego historic fleet from sail to steam to submarine AND all exhibits below deck. Plan ahead to visit the Museum before or after your Tall Ship Adventure sail.

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Tall Ship Adventure aboard the Schooner Californian with General Admission?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-26765P4

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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