Los Angeles Harbor Cruises: the 5 Worth Booking

1.Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $15Our pick

Cruise Long Beach Harbor for about 45 minutes with live English narration, open-air and climate-controlled seating, restrooms, and a cash snack bar. You’ll pass the Queen Mary, Carnival terminal, Spruce Goose dome, THUMS oil islands, cargo ships, the breakwater, downtown waterfront, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Wildlife sightings are possible but not guaranteed.

“Fun ride through the harbor. Will be be a greater ride once the remodel of walk way is completed in 2026.”

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2.Long Beach: Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 76 reviews · 45 min · from $15

This 45-minute English-narrated cruise takes you from Harbor Breeze Cruises through Long Beach Harbor and nearby waters. You’ll see the skyline, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, cargo ships, sea lions, and harbor islands. Captains and crew handle the boat while commentary explains Long Beach’s maritime past and working port.

“I was really disappointed. I booked a harbor cruise and I expected to cruise along containerships and see the harbor. But as the ship left - it turned to the left - the harbor is on the right! So we left the harbor and headed south, and the container ships got smaller and smaller... I've been on harbor cruises in other cities, and we passed container ships, cranes, and huge warehouses—that's what I understand a harbor tour to be. I didn't come to look at the beach. There should be better communication.”

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3.Long Beach: Glass Bottom Boat Harbor Ecotour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $30

Spend one hour aboard a glass-bottom boat at Long Beach’s Dock 7, looking for fish and sea lions while a live guide explains the harbor ecosystem. You may also see the Queen Mary and marina from the water. English and Spanish tours are available, and the calm format suits families.

“This was a really great activity for my 3 and half son. We went out and saw lots of fish, had a great time on the ocean and enjoyed the company of the other passengers. Thanks for the great afternoon!”

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4.West Harbor LA 45-Minute Narrated Harbor Cruise of San Pedro

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $15

You’ll cruise through the Port of Los Angeles aboard a quiet, low-emission vessel with English narration from an experienced captain and onboard MC. See container terminals, USS Iowa, historic warehouses, working pilot boats, fireboat Warner Lawrence, and the Vincent Thomas Bridge. Indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and snacks for purchase make this an easy family outing.

“The crew was great. We went around the harbor and the captain provided great narration with all the facts we should know about the area. We got to see a variety of waterfowl too. Excellent value for the price paid!”

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5.Port of Los Angeles Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours · from $15

Join Harbor Breeze for a 45-minute narrated cruise from San Pedro’s Town Square Public Slip. You’ll see sea lions, USS Iowa, Pier 400, the Los Angeles Harbor Lighthouse, container terminals, and the Vincent Thomas Bridge. Add the USS Iowa Museum for a longer history-focused visit.

“Very well done and highly informative. Great weather also made the tour a great success.”

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