San Diego Wine Tours

San Diego Wine Tours

Family owned and operated

Explore the San Diego wine scene with us!

San Diego is known for its beaches and sunshine, but many visitors are surprised to discover that the region also has a growing wine scene. From urban wineries near the coast to scenic vineyards in the countryside, Southern California offers unique wine tasting experiences that combine local agriculture, craftsmanship, and beautiful landscapes.

Our guided wine tours introduce you to passionate vintners, award-winning wines, and neighborhoods you may not have discovered on your own.

What to Expect on a San Diego Wine Tour

Visit 3–4 wineries or tasting locations depending on the tour
Taste a curated selection of locally produced wines
Learn about wine production and the region’s growing wine culture
Meet winery owners or staff who share their stories and expertise
Enjoy a small snack during the tour (not a full meal)

About San Diego Wine Tours:

So Diego loves sharing the many sides of San Diego, and the local wine community is one of our favorites. Our wine tours combine beautiful scenery, local stories, and exceptional wines, creating an experience that is both relaxing and informative.

Private wine tours are fully coordinated by our team. We handle reservations, logistics, and timing so you can focus on enjoying the San Diego private tours experience.

During the tour, your guide will share:

How San Diego’s wine regions developed
Why some wineries choose urban production spaces
The connection between wine, farming, and local culture
Stories behind the people producing the wines

One of the highlights of our wine tours is meeting the people who make the wines and/or owners of the best San Diego wineries. Depending on the tour, you may have the opportunity to:

Speak with winery owners or vintners
Learn about their winemaking philosophy
Hear the story behind how the winery began

Getting Around on Wine Tours

Depending on the tour you choose:

Some wine tours involve short walks between tasting rooms
Others include transportation to winery locations

Check the specific tour page for full details.

Urban Wine Tasting Tour

Urban wine makers purchase fruit from various vineyards throughout California, and set up their production in the middle of a bustling neighborhood. Don’t expect to see vineyards or wine country on this tour, but get to know various neighborhoods of the city, ranging from Solana Beach to Downtown San Diego. On this adventure, you’ll see daily life throughout the city, and learn about the process of making wine as you taste award winning wine created from quality grapes sourced from the best vineyards.

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Vino Vino Little Italy

Explore one of San Diego’s amazing neighborhoods for dining and strolling on a great wine tour! Learn about the history of the Italians who flocked to San Diego, and how they shaped the fishing industry in the region. Visit an urban winery and tasting rooms, and taste wine from California, Italy and small production wineries from around the world. If your group is less than 10 people, this walking tour is readily available and can be booked Friday through Sunday. Groups greater than 10 will need to book a private tour. Groups like yours can have a customized adventure to suit your preferences.

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A group of people on a San Diego wine tour

Escondido Winery Tour

Step away from the city life, and into an oasis of greenery, rolling hills, and farms just 45 minutes from Downtown, San Diego. Just a stone’s throw away from Temecula wine country are the incredible vineyards in Escondido. Escondido offers diverse wine tasting experiences from over 20 wineries. We enjoy introducing guests to the vintners and give ample time to relax and enjoy the grounds while they taste award winning wines. We highly recommend our guests enjoy meeting vintners and allow ample time to relax and savor the wines while overlooking the amazing views.

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La Jolla Art and Wine

Enjoy exploring this great seaside neighborhood and its art culture on a tour with us. Visit 3 diverse art galleries where you will speak to a representative about some of the works and artists that are showcased. Learn about collecting and appreciating the different art forms represented, and taste 3 locally produced wines at one of the galleries.

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FAQs

Is transportation included?

Transportation is included in some of our wine tasting tours, but not all. Please check in with our staff about specific details on which of the San Diego wine tours you are interested in. (619)233-8687, info@sodiego.com

How much wine is included?

The amount of wine is determined by the tour you decide to take. The Urban and Escondido wine tours will have you tasting a total of 9 exquisite wines. If you have specific requests for types of wine or premium wines, please let us know when you submit your inquiry.

Is there a discount for guests who don’t drink?

We offer a discounted rate for those who will not partake in the wine tasting portion of the tour. Please contact us for more information. Info@sodiego.com (619)233-8687

Will food be provided?

All of our wine tasting tours include a small snack for our guests, but not enough to be considered for a full meal. Meal options or heavy appetizers can be added to your experience for an additional charge.

Do you offer any other tours?

Yes! Our Daily San Diego food tours take you to the best bites of each of our favorite neighborhoods. Choose from Old Town, La Jolla, Little Italy, or the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego. If you’re not a big fan of wine, we also offer custom brewery tours. Each of our brewery tours will take you to several local San Diego breweries, where you’ll be treated to a special beer tasting and delectable snack. Immerse yourself in the San Diego beer scene on a private tour!

What should I wear on the wine tour?

Comfortable attire and shoes are recommended, especially for tours with walking. Some wineries may have outdoor seating, so bringing a light jacket is suggested.

What should I wear on the wine tour?

Comfortable attire and shoes are recommended, especially for tours with walking. Some wineries may have outdoor seating, so bringing a light jacket is suggested.

Are the wine tours beginner-friendly?

Yes. Our tours are designed for both experienced wine lovers and beginners who simply want to learn more about wine while exploring San Diego.

Check out our Wine Tour Reviews!

       
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   Brad 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ben was an exceptional guide. The wine was plentiful and was extremely high standard. Food was also included. I would recommend this to anyone
  
 
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   Kyle Winnick 
 176 days ago
 
 
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Had a great time. The stops were lovely, the wine was tasty and Aparna was a delight as a tour guide!
  
 
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   Beth Caldwell 
 237 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great time on the Little Italy Food tour with Bleu as our guide.  She explained the history of Little Italy in San Diego, the buildings, local color, and took us to 4 different places to try pasta, wines, pizza, beef sliders and topped it off with gelato. We were with a great group of people to share the experience and Bleu made it fun and informative. I’d go again in a heartbeat.
  
 
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   Heidi Mabe 
 273 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vino! Vino! Little Italy Tour was excellent! My brother & I joined our guide, Magda, & other guests Sunday afternoon. My brother is local & I am from Arizona. We were intrigued by the 3-hour/3 stop tour in Little Italy with a history lesson. Magda is very knowledgeable & we learned a lot from her. We had fantastic conversations with her & other guests that made it all the more enjoyable. Each of the 3 stops showcased very nice wines & our last stop included a delicious pasta dish. The portions were generous & we were happy to use Uber. This tour was definitely a great value for all we experienced & consumed. I will be recommending this particular tour to all my family & friends that will be visiting San Diego. We look forward to returning to Little Italy to explore more businesses. We will also look into booking other tours through So Diego Tours.
  
 
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   Richard 
 302 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bleu did an excellent job of keeping the wine tour interesting and fun. We really enjoyed her sharing the history of Little Italy. She is very knowledgeable and we learned so much. The 3 wineries we visited were great. The staff and service were fantastic. Definitely will be trying another one of the many tours you offer. Thanks for a memorable experience.
  
 
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   Pam Kelk 
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Magda was a great tour guide! She was knowledgeable about wine, a great conversationalist and connected the group. I would highly recommend a tour with her !
  
 
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   lyzemufc 
 360 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Magda was amazing! Great tour, very informative, great food and great wine
  
 
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   RobinG 
 448 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was part of a family group of 5 in July 2025 for the Vino Vino walking tour, and we loved it! Our tour guide, Magda, was wonderful - knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic and accommodating. We loved the wines and the small bites. She also gave us a recommendation for a gelato place that was very much appreciated. Our group would highly recommend this tour, as well as Magda.
  
 
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   Megan McGahey 
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Magna was phenomenal on tour of the flower fields and local wineries. She knew the history of the city and each of our stops… plus she was super kind and engaging!
  
 
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   P Harris 
 560 days ago
 
 
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We had a great evening thanks to our guide, Magda.  She gave us a lot of great history and tips.

The Pizza, Pasta, and Piazza tour was awesome.  I think it is better than the little italy tour in Boston

Here is a list of the restaurants we visited  this evening, which were all great:

Solunto- Fettuccini Bolognese was perfectly cooked al dente, the red and white wine was delicious

Mr. Moto- the hulk pizza slice had great crust

Queenstown public house- hogs n heffer slider, with the sweet bacon

Pappalecco- pistachio gelato was above average

Thanks again Magda, for your great guiding and sharing your city with us.

Our San Diego Tour Guides

Kaylee Killebrew - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: 5 years, I quickly fell in love with this city.

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: Meeting people from all over the world, making them laugh, showing them some of my favorite spots and creating meaningful memories.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: Hillcrest or Old Town. Both are walkable and friendly places with endless restaurants, bars, coffee shops etc. You can find me in Old Town most weekends.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: This is a tough choice, for atmosphere and cocktails probably InsideOUT or Coasterra. For Breakfast…Morning Glory or Great Maple. For Dinner, Queenstown, Underbelly or Bronx Pizza. There are way too many options to choose from!

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: To Read on the beach, host dinner parties with friends or scope out new happy hour spots.

Kaylee Killebrew

Kaylee Killebrew - Tour Guide

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Magdalene Medofer - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: my whole life, I was born here.

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: meeting new folks and sharing San Diego with them.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: Barrio Logan, I love the history of Chicano Park, the eclectic artisan shops, and extensive food scene. The weekend is the best time to explore and watch the lowrider car clubs cruise the neighborhood and visit the shops.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: Artifact at the Mingei in Balboa Park. Any dish off their international food menu will blow your mind. They also host monthly themed dinners that highlight a particular cuisine and region.

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: Go for a hike at Cuyamaca State Park and swim at Green Valley Falls.

Magdalene Medofer

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Aparna Thakur - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: 1 ½ years!

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: Meeting new people, showing them around and telling stories and history of the city.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: La Jolla because of its beautiful beaches, great restaurants and shopping as well as abundance of sea life.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: Brigantine

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: Watching sunset in point loma Ocean Beach

Aparna Thakur

Tour Guide

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Raul Torres Valadez - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: One year recently and also when I was a teenager.

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: Meeting new people.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: Pacific Beach and Coronado.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: Oscar’s Mexican seafood and Birrieria la Huasteca.

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: Hike in the canyons.

Raul Torres Valadez

Tour Guide

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Ben Schorr - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: 5 years, I quickly fell in love with this city.

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: Meeting people from all over the world, making them laugh, showing them some of my favorite spots and creating meaningful memories.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: Hillcrest or Old Town. Both are walkable and friendly places with endless restaurants, bars, coffee shops etc. You can find me in Old Town most weekends.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: This is a tough choice, for atmosphere and cocktails probably InsideOUT or Coasterra. For Breakfast…Morning Glory or Great Maple. For Dinner, Queenstown, Underbelly or Bronx Pizza. There are way too many options to choose from!

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: To Read on the beach, host dinner parties with friends or scope out new happy hour spots.

Ben Schorr

Tour Guide

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Bleu Ford - Tour Guide

I’ve lived in San Diego for: A long time! I moved to San Diego in 1986 so I have lived here for most of my life. I consider it my adopted home town.

My favorite thing about being a tour guide is: I love both meeting new people and sharing knowledge about this beautiful city. After retiring from USPS I wanted to do work that brings me joy and I have found that being a guide. I love getting a laugh from a group or seeing the spark of excitement when I share a bit of San Diego’s colorful history.

My favorite San Diego neighborhood is: I am partial to my own hood, North Park. I love living here! We lost so many great places due to Covid but it warms my heart to see that this neighborhood is returning to being a vibrant and fun place. It always seems like there is something new or some fun event happening.

My favorite restaurant in San Diego is: A few of my go-to favs are Buona Forchetta in South Park for relaxed patio dining with great food Jimmy Carter’s in Hillcrest for the comfortable and colorful ambiance and great Mexican comfort food and Shwarma Guys food truck (which parks regularly at 30th and Grape in South Park). It is my go-to “I’m super hungry and too tired to cook” take home. It always hits the spot.

My favorite thing to do in San Diego is: I recently got an e-bike and my new love is re-discovering the uptown area on two wheels. It is pretty amazing how differently you see the city on a bike. I love strolling through Balboa Park with my wife. We are so lucky to have this awesome park with such a rich history so close to our home. Finally, you can’t beat an early morning walk along the harbor. The waterfront is beautiful in the morning quiet with a bit of fog hanging in the air.

Bleu Ford

Tour Guide

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