Historical Walking Tour of San Diego

San Diego, US
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Highlights

  • Learn the full history of San Diego
  • Explore the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter
  • Discover the visionary creation of downtown San Diego
  • Learn about the connection of the east and west coast via train
  • Uncover San Diego's role in world wars and military industry

Meeting Point

Josh will be wearing a tour guide name tag and will meet you in the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott San Diego Downtown. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early to ensure the tour starts on time.

Meeting point

530 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour will end in front of the USS Midway Museum. The tour does not include entrance to the museum.

Meeting point

910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Gaslamp Quarter

Josh will meet you in the lobby of the historic San Diego Trust and Savings Bank Building (now a Courtyard Marriott) to share information on how San Diego became the birthplace of California. You will learn about Spanish explorers, the first settlement of Old Town, the Mexican-American War, and becoming the 31st state in the U.S.

Duration 15 minutes
2

Horton Plaza Park

After passing through the Gaslamp Quarter you will learn about the growth of the city and the visionary creation of downtown San Diego in the late 1800s (including international recognition and the development of the San Diego Zoo).

Duration 15 minutes
3

Santa Fe Depot

The tour will stop outside of the historic Santa Fe train station to learn how the east coast and west coast were connected by train. Train access led to an age of prosperity and rich elites visiting San Diego, especially with the opening of the famous Hotel Del Coronado.

Duration 15 minutes
4

USS Midway Museum

The tour will end outside of the USS Midway Museum to discuss San Diego's role in world wars and the modern day military industry. Please note the tour does NOT include entrance to the USS Midway Museum and the tour will NOT go inside the museum.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by San Diego Historical Walking Tour

What our experts say

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    Arrive 10 minutes early to meet the guide
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    Check out nearby restaurants in Gaslamp
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    Visit the USS Midway Museum after the tour
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    Bring a water bottle for the walk
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking

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