San Diego: Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise & Bay Views

Champagne & Water: A Two-Hour Float Past San Diego's Working Harbor

You board 30 minutes early, settle into your assigned table, and spend two hours on San Diego Bay with unlimited champagne and mimosas. The boat passes the Coronado Bridge, USS Midway Museum, and Downtown San Diego while you eat from a seasonal brunch buffet. No driving, no parking, no deciding where to sit. Just arrive on time and let the water do the moving.

Step-by-step itinerary

San Diego Bay Brunch Cruise and Sightseeing

• Board the brunch cruise
• Enjoy bottomless mimosas and brunch
• Sail past Coronado Bridge
• View Downtown San Diego ballpark
• Pass by USS Midway Museum
• Relax and enjoy bay views

The experience

There's something about the moment the boat pulls away from the dock: the city suddenly looks different when you're floating past it instead of standing in it. The Champagne Brunch Cruise in San Diego does exactly that. You board 30 minutes early, get shown to your assigned table (which you can request to share with friends if you book together), and then the boat moves out into the bay for two hours of uninterrupted views, unlimited mimosas, and a brunch buffet that rotates with the seasons. The whole thing is built around not having to think: no navigating, no parking, no deciding where to eat. Just water, food, and the Coronado Bridge getting closer as you sail.

The route itself is the real draw. You'll pass the USS Midway Museum, that massive aircraft carrier that's been converted into a floating museum, and then the Coronado Bridge: the one that connects San Diego to Coronado Island and shows up in half the postcards of the city. The Star of India, one of the oldest merchant ships still afloat, sits in the harbor too. Naval Air Station North Island is visible from the water. None of these are hidden or hard to find, but seeing them from the deck of a boat, with a glass of something sparkling in your hand and the bay breeze actually moving, changes how they land. Downtown San Diego spreads along the waterfront, and you get the whole geography of it without the crowds.

The brunch itself is straightforward: a buffet menu that changes with what's in season, sparkling cider if you want it instead of alcohol, and the champagne and mimosas flow the whole time. Tables are assigned in advance, which means you're not hunting for a seat or negotiating space. If you're traveling with people you want to sit with, you note that when you book and confirm with the operator at least 72 hours before. The dress code is smart casual, so no need to dress up, but you're not in beach clothes either. Outdoor deck access is by stairs, so if you need wheelchair accessibility, you'll have the indoor seating, which still has the views.

One thing to know: arrive early. Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure, and late arrivals will miss the boat, literally. It's not a flexible thing. Bring sunscreen if you plan to spend time on the deck, and if you're traveling with kids or infants, they're welcome, and strollers work fine for getting around the boat. The whole experience is built for people who want to see San Diego's bay without arranging the logistics themselves.

What’s included

Your two-hour cruise includes unlimited champagne, mimosas, and sparkling cider, a brunch buffet with seasonal dishes, your own assigned private table, and panoramic views of San Diego Bay as you pass the Coronado Bridge, USS Midway Museum, and Downtown. All fees and taxes are covered.

Information

Lasts 2h, runs Saturday and Sunday at 11:00, from US$ 113.11 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesSaturday and SundayDeparts at 11:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 1001 private ›

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by City Cruises California

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see San Diego's bay and landmarks without arranging transport or deciding where to eat: the fixed departure time and assigned seating are what make a full brunch and sightseeing fit into one morning on the water.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How early do I need to arrive?

Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will likely miss the boat, so plan to arrive with time to spare.

Can I request to sit with friends or family?

Yes. Tables are assigned in advance. If you want to be seated with other parties, note it in the Special Requirements field at booking and confirm with the operator at least 72 hours before departure.

Is the cruise wheelchair accessible?

The boat is wheelchair accessible for seating areas, but outdoor deck access is by stairs only and not wheelchair accessible.

What's included in the brunch?

Unlimited champagne, mimosas, and sparkling cider, plus a brunch buffet menu featuring seasonal dishes. All fees and taxes are included.

How long is the cruise?

Two hours on San Diego Bay.

What should I wear?

Smart casual dress code.

What will I see on the cruise?

The Coronado Bridge, USS Midway Museum, the Star of India, Naval Air Station North Island, and Downtown San Diego waterfront.