Daily Narrated Pilot Boat Bay History Tour

Step aboard the oldest active pilot boat in the country for a narrated bay cruise! Launched in 1914, the Pilot served as San Diego’s chief pilot craft until her retirement in 1996. Throughout her active career, she guided thousands of major commercial ships safely in and out of the bay. Built locally in San Diego at a small yard, the Pilot spent her entire career navigating the waters of San Diego Bay and its approaches. For generations, harbor pilots relied on the Pilot to brave all weather conditions, guiding incoming merchant ships that brought cargoes and passengers vital to the growth of San Diego’s urban seaport.

Restored by the Maritime Museum of San Diego and relaunched in 2002, the Pilot invites you aboard for a 45-minute bay tour, where you can explore the rich history of San Diego Bay from the deck of this historic vessel. Daily Historic Bay Cruises are only $10 with purchase of general admission. Boarding times are 11 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m. Check availability in advance at sdmaritime.org or visit the Museum Ticket booth located on the North Embarcadero in Downtown San Diego at 1492 N. Harbor Drive between Grape and Ash street.

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