Port of Los Angeles: Harbor History Cruise

Explore LA’s bustling port on a 45-minute narrated cruise. Discover history, sea lions, and global trade insights. Perfect for all ages.

Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Port of Los Angeles - Experience one of the globe’s busiest seaports and a premier gateway for international trade in North America. Witness container cranes and massive container and cargo ships from across the world.
  • LA Waterfront - This $36 million Port-funded infrastructure project will be a lively, family-friendly destination…
What's Included
  • Unique cruise experience through the Port of Los Angeles
  • 45-min cruise on a quiet, low-emission vessel
  • Plenty of inside and outside seating with climate-controlled interiors
  • Large panoramic windows
  • Seasoned Captains and crew with over 30 years of experience
  • Live English narration with a captivating MC onboard
  • Multiple restrooms/wc
What's Not Included
  • Food and Beverages are not included but are available for purchase onboard
  • Parking is not included but plenty of paid parking near by
Additional Information

Join the adventure at the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest harbor in the Western Hemisphere. Discover the port’s rich history and watch California sea lions frolic in the harbor. Marvel at the renowned Battleship USS Iowa, and observe large cargo and container ships from around the world. This tour is perfect for all ages, providing both historical…

Location
550 S Harbor Blvd
South Harbor Boulevard
We are operating our vessels out of a temporary location during construction in the area. The address is 550 S Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731. Our ticket booth and boats are located on the right side of the Maritime Museum. Please call 310-547-9916 if you have any questions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Prathibellar
Apr 22, 2026
Pleasant experience - We thoroughly enjoyed our boat ride, thanks in large part to the captain's expertise. His insights into the local landmarks were fascinating. Next on our agenda is the Long Beach boat ride, which we're eager to experience. We chose the sunset time slot to make the most of our trip.
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W1319byclaudiao
Apr 13, 2026
Best for your money and time - Absolutely worth the price and the convenient parking staff was great and annunciation for facts of Bay perfect. Just don’t eat at the restaurant next to it horrible and price outrageous it will ruin your experience.
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Candidac913
Apr 7, 2026
First boat ride - 45 min ride was sufficient time
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Luis
Mar 21, 2026
Affordable adventurous fun - Great crew, interesting sights and fantastic weather. Pleasant ride with drinks and food available too. I also really enjoyed the informative tour guide from the crew.
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Corrinacanales
Mar 15, 2026
Nice Harbor Tour for a Short Outing - We had a great experience overall. It’s a nice option if you’re looking for a short trip out on the water while learning some interesting facts about the local harbor. The boat was different from the one shown in the reservation photos, but that’s fairly common with advertising and didn’t take away from the experience. The port itself was very interesting to explore, and it’s something we would consider doing again in the future. As soon as we got off the boat, we saw someone immediately purchase a ticket for the next ride and run back to board again—he clearly loved it! For our family, though, once was enough for the day.
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Darryl_j
Mar 14, 2026
Harbour tour. - Well run and on time. Good narrative of Bay Area. Friendly staff and good service. Convenient location and easy boarding.
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Waynep506
Feb 11, 2026
Awesome trip - Awesome trip and experience. The guide provided useful things about the Bay Area and pointed out neat buildings and such. Also saw sea lions hanging out on a bouy where he slowed down for everyone to see.
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Hirotakaa2026
Jan 26, 2026
Excellent Port tour - My guests were very satisfied with port tour that can know how big and how many containers handled in here. Sincerely thank you.
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S8442plaaronl
Apr 5, 2026
Enjoyable - It was cool. Took some slicks and my girl was happy. I recommend it. It’s affordable and convenient except parking. lol. But was fun!
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Ben_a
Feb 3, 2026
Do not book this tour through Viator - Do not book this through Viator. They booked a San Pedro Harbor cruise for a day when the Harbor Tour company doesn't run tours from San Pedro! We had to drive to Long Beach to take a Harbor tour at a different Harbor (Long Beach) when we booked for San Pedro. We ended up paying $45 each for a tour that costs just $20 through the Harbor Tour company
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From $15
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).