History Tour of Downtown's Historic Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Duration
1.5 hours
Price
$35
Group size
Up to 10 people
Includes
Equipment, Drinks
Hosted in
English

What we’ll do

This 90 minute walking tour will allow you to experience the vibrancy of Downtown San Diego while also learning about the incredible history of this place. Get transported back in time as you spot 1920's buildings and learn about the scandalous details about San Diego's "New Town" or Downtown center. By the end of this tour, you will understand the overall development of America's Finest City and will have plenty of options to explore on your own after the tour.

During our tour we will walk through San Diego's Gaslamp District and will make stops along our route, including, but not limited to:

1. Horton Plaza Park
2. The US Grant Hotel
3. Granger Building
4. Woolworth Building
5. San Diego Hardware Company
6. Louis Bank of Commerce Building
7. Nesmith-Greeley Building
8. Marston Building
9. Keating Building
10. Spencer Ogden Building
11. AND MORE!

I will of course point out the best restaurants, nightclubs, pubs, and interesting spots around downtown that we pass along the way!

What else you should know

We will be walking all through Downtown San Diego's Gaslamp district. This means that we will meet a variety of people, dogs, and vehicles along our route. Be aware and wear proper shoes for our walk.

What's included

Drinks

Water is provided but of course we encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle. We will be sure to fill up as we go!

Equipment
Park maps will be provided that you can keep after the tour so you can continue exploring on your own.

What to bring

Water bottle, Comfortable walking shoes, Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, Camera

Where you'll be

Downtown San Diego is full of interesting and historical buildings with stories to tell! We will enjoy a nice stroll down the historical Gaslamp District and will learn about the people and culture that was here from the beginning.

Guest reviews

Deborah’s Tour was very informative; it points out the beauty of the Downtown San Diego. Deborah was very energetic and knowledgeable about the history if the city. This tour was very pleasant and informative. Highly recommended

Aldo

Deb had high positive energy and good stories to tell about the architecture and buildings in the gaslamp district. Later when I walked my husband through the area, I realized how much I had learned and could share it with him. I also felt comfortable walking downtown and exploring on my own after the tour. When I toured Balboa Park on an Airbnb tour the next day, I appreciated how much I had learned about San Diego from Deb’s tour. I also met a new friend from NC and we ate supper together, a bonus!

Martha

I had a great experience on this tour of the gaslamp district! It was so nice to get the history of this area when you visit as it helps you see it with different eyes. Would definitely recommend this tour!

Shadi