The is a group walking tour to see the sights of downtown San Diego. The tour includes the full history of San Diego from its founding in 1542 to modern day industry. The tour includes information about the founders and visionaries of San Diego, Gaslamp District, Horton Park, Santa Fe Train Station, and the USS Midway.
- Gain admission to more than 25 San Francisco attractions with one pass
- Choose from one, two, three, or five consecutive days, depending on your needs
- Enjoy direct entry with your saved pass—no voucher redemption required
- Easy-to-use “ticket” is available on your mobile phone for quick entry
What To Expect
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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).
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Gratuities
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Max group – 10
