BOAT EXCURSIONS

ALL ABOARD!

GET TO KNOW THE LA WATERFRONT FROM THE WATERSIDE!

Whether you would like to go fishing, whale watching or just cruise the Port's main channel, the perfect boat experience is awaiting you.
While most waterside excursions are now open and receiving passengers, please check with each company directly to confirm their
hours of operation and to make reservations.

 

 

CRUISE THE HARBOR


Port of Los Angeles visitors can see cranes towering more than 200 feet high, some of the world’s largest container ships, California sea lions basking in the sun, fishermen returning with their catch of the day, and much more – a day in the life at America's Port®. A boat tour provides an excellent waterside view of these and other common activities that take place in the harbor.
 
Contact Harbor Breeze Cruises for a boat tour around Los Angeles Harbor.

Boat Tour

Fishing Trips


With its long history as a fishing village, along with its present-day mastery of seafood delicacies, the LA Waterfront is the perfect spot for a fishing trip.

Let's get your excursion underway:

22nd Street Sportfishing 
Alexes Sportfishing
LA Harbor.net
LA Waterfront Sportfishing and Cruises
Outcast Sportfishing

Free Public Harbor Tours


Each year, in celebration of World Trade Week, the Port of Los Angeles sponsors free, 60-minute narrated Free Boat Tours of the Los Angeles Harbor. Tours are offered between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., depart from two locations in San Pedro and Wilmington, and are free to the public.  No reservations are required, tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Pet friendly tours are offered at both locations. Contact Community Relations on (310) 732-3508 or email [email protected] for more information.

This year's Free Harbor Tours will be held in September, please check back in early January 2025 for date confirmation.

Tall Ship Adventures


Designated as the “Official Tall Ships and Maritime Ambassadors of the City of Los Angeles” when launched in 2002, the twin brigantines—Irving Johnson and Exy Johnson—are operated by the Los Angeles Maritime Institute (LAMI).  These majestic vessels are available to visit dockside or for an at-sea charter complete with professional crew.  A full range of nautical film services and coordination, event planning, catering support and facilitators for corporate events is also available.

Contact the Los Angeles Maritime Institute for a tall ship adventure.

Whale Watching Expeditions


Whale watching tours from the LA Waterfront are offered during the annual migration of the blue, fin, humpback, minke and blue whales. Migration generally occurs from December to March.

Contact the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium or Harbor Breeze Cruises for your whale watching expedition.