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If you want an inside look into San Diego’s military scene, this small-group tour is for you. Learn about the former Naval Training Center and what a sailor’s life is like, and pay your respects to 52 submarines lost during World War II. You also visit the former Command Center and detention camp as well as the former Camp John Paul Jones. After a day full of learning, be rewarded with a certificate of completion and a beer.

Embark on a 5-hour private, exclusive tour that combines scenic beauty, history & culture in San Diego. With your own local guide, the adventure starts with a visit to Coronado Island, known for its stunning beaches & charming small-town atmosphere. Walk along the famous Coronado Beach & admire the historic landmarks, with breathtaking ocean views. Next, explore the cultural gem of Balboa Park, home to numerous intriguing sites. Immerse yourself in the park's vibrant ambiance as we stroll through lush gardens & admire the Spanish-Renaissance architecture. We will step back in time in Old Town San Diego, where the city's early history comes to life. Discover the rich heritage & colonial architecture while enjoying the lively atmosphere of shops, restaurants, and street performances. Our tour wouldn't be complete without a visit to the picturesque coastal community of La Jolla. Throughout the journey, our guide will share stories, providing you with a deeper understanding of San Diego.

No need to navigate the streets of San Diego or take part in a large group tour. Instead, book this private walking tour of the city, where you’ll get plenty of personalized attention from your guide, and also get tickets to the USS Midway museum, too. After your half day tour, you can enjoy the audio tour of the museum as you like, and the rest of the day is free.

Discover San Diego with your self-guided audio tour, exploring America’s Finest City at your own pace. Begin in Balboa Park where Spanish Colonial architecture, 17 museums, and the famous San Diego Zoo fill 1,200 acres in the heart of the city. Wander the historic Gaslamp Quarter where Victorian buildings house restaurants and rooftop bars. Explore the USS Midway aircraft carrier and the Embarcadero waterfront celebrating San Diego’s naval heritage. Discover La Jolla’s sea cliffs and sea lions, Pacific Beach’s surf culture, and Coronado’s iconic Hotel del Coronado. Visit Old Town where adobe buildings preserve the Spanish and Mexican heritage of California’s birthplace. Marvel at the Cabrillo National Monument with views stretching to Mexico. Sample fish tacos at the source, craft beer from over 150 local breweries, and the Baja-influenced cuisine that defines this border city where beach culture, military pride, and Mexican flavors create America’s most livable city.

Discover the historic Gaslamp Quarter, explore the cultural landmarks, and the stories of the people who shaped San Diego's history. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. It's theatrically created to tell the story and bring the area to life. You’ll hear about Wyatt Earp’s, The Stingaree, the story of Bud and how this wild west town became the Birthplace of California.

Help to steer and sail one of San Diego’s iconic tall ships, the Schooner Califonian, on this group tour. Not many people can say they’ve sailed a tall ship, but you will be able to make that claim. Besides the chance to help sail this ship, this tour also includes a self-guided tour of the Maritime Museum of San Diego to enrich your seafaring knowledge.

Learn about modern hotspots, centuries old history, and everything in between! You will leave this tour with a deep understanding of San Diego and a fantastic list of insider recommendations to enjoy. This tour begins by The Gaslamp Quarter, journeys through the Embarcadero and finishes in the foodie paradise of Little Italy (just in time for brunch!).

Enjoy a unique perspective as you cruise around La Jolla in style on a motorcycle sidecar tour with a private driver and guide. See why La Jolla is called the “Jewel,” with stops at Torrey Pines, La Jolla Cove, and La Jolla Shores Park, or enjoy a customized itinerary. There’s space for two passengers in the sidecar and for another behind the driver. Helmets have HD audio, so you can communicate and hear insights from the driver.

Go shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets with this transportation from San Diego. Located just above the US-Mexico border, this upscale outlet mall is home to stores such as Coach and Polo Ralph Lauren.

Go on a scavenger hunt of San Diego, with an app-led tour from Let’s Roam called Downtown Splendors. You’ll visit some of San Diego’s most popular landmarks and answer trivia questions along the way, so you can get to the next spot. You’ll learn new things about the area, and have fun competing against the other players. Keep this in mind for a bachelorette party.

San Diego has a great beer scene, and a fun way to explore it is by riding in a motorcycle sidecar. This is a private tour, great for family members, partners, and more. Helmets, goggles, blankets and safety gear will be provided, so know you’ll be in safe hands. After this tour, the rest of the day is yours to do as you please.

Embark on a captivating 90-minute walking tour along San Diego's picturesque Embarcadero, where the city meets the sea. This immersive journey combines stunning waterfront views with rich historical insights, offering a perfect blend of leisure and exploration. Begin your journey when we meet you at Starbucks at the Hilton Bayfront, and set forth towards The Rady Shell. Revel in the modern architectural marvel of this open-air concert venue and enjoy views of the bay. Continue towards Seaport Village, immersing yourself in unique shops and eateries with stunning bayfront views. Discover the charm of this iconic waterfront marketplace. Marvel at the colossal USS Midway, a floating museum showcasing naval aviation history. Enjoy panoramic views from the flight deck. This tour will undoubtedly leave you with a profound appreciation for the dynamic blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that defines San Diego's iconic waterfront.

Embark on an electrifying journey through the vibrant streets of San Diego with our San Diego Sizzle: Gaslamp Adventure tour! Get ready to immerse yourself in the infectious energy of the Gaslamp Quarter, where history and culture meet contemporary charm. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine at trendy restaurants, sip on craft cocktails at rooftop bars boasting breathtaking skyline views, and dance the night away at the hottest clubs in town. With our expert guides leading the way, prepare to experience the city's hidden gems, thrilling entertainment, and unforgettable moments that will leave you craving more. Get ready to ignite your senses and let the San Diego Sizzle take hold of you! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the app! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

Enjoy a professionally escorted historical walking tour of Balboa Park in San Diego, California. Relax as your Tour Guide Extraordinaire from Another Side Tours makes sure you see all of the most interesting and historic spots without skipping a thing. We take our guests to Balboa Park daily and we are the experts on this crown jewel in the heart of San Diego. Balboa Park is America’s largest urban cultural park, but it is so much more than that! Balboa Park is a national treasure and it is just a fascinating place with a rich history and it is here waiting to be explored by YOU! Besides open areas and natural vegetation, the park contains a variety of cultural attractions including the Spanish Village Art Center, an assortment of museums, theaters, numerous beautiful gardens, shops and restaurants as well as being the home to The World Famous San Diego Zoo. Balboa Park was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1977 and we are sure that you will love it too.

Ghosts & Goblets: A Haunted Bar Tour in San Diego Welcome to San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, where both spectral and liquid spirits await! Ghosts & Goblets isn’t just a pub crawl—it’s a journey through the city’s most haunted bars, with spine-chilling tales and eerie drinks. You’ll enter 3 haunted locations and sip 3 mysterious concoctions like The Tanglefoot or The Werewolf. Which one will materialize? Only the spirits know! What makes Ghosts & Goblets special? Exclusive Route: No other tour takes you to these haunted bars. Mysterious Drinks: Admission includes 3 unique, themed drinks inspired by ghostly tales. Real Ghost Stories: True, spine-tingling stories delivered with a theatrical twist. Local Legends: The only locally-owned ghost tour in downtown San Diego. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable night of haunted tales and drinks—if you dare!

This is the only tour to my knowledge where you can visit many of the Top Gun filming locations in San Diego County. You will get to see why movie producers selected this part of the world when choosing a great movie location.

Indulge in a captivating journey through the heart of Downtown San Diego, where history intertwines with delectable cuisine, and the undeniable allure of the famous Little Italy beckons. Prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure, for our Little Italy tour promises to deliver an experience like no other. Unlike other towns that may have seen their own Little Italy neighborhoods fade away over time, our Little Italy thrives vibrantly, emerging as the most coveted area to reside in the entire city. Its remarkable transformation into a bustling urban hub owes its gratitude to the tenacity and hard work of Italian immigrants in the 1920s, a legacy proudly carried forward by their grandchildren to this day. As you explore this enchanting district, you'll witness a captivating model of urban life, where charming homes, boutique grocery stores, and iconic landmarks pay homage to the rich heritage that laid its foundations.

Led by a local certified Tequila Specialist, this guided tasting offers a unique and educational experience. Guests will learn about San Diego's history and its connection to Tequila. They will sample three distinct, additive-free premium tequilas—a blanco, a reposado, and an añejo—each selected to showcase the rich diversity and craftsmanship of authentic tequila.

Discover the rich history of California's first city on this self-guided audio tour of San Diego's historic Old Town. This self-paced walking tour invites you to stroll the streets where Native, Spanish, Mexican, and early American settlers once converged. With immersive GPS-triggered narration, uncover the stories and history that reflect the evolution of San Diego from a modest pueblo to a vibrant city. Download the app and explore at your own pace as you discover the hidden history beyond the shops and restaurants. - Self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace - GPS-triggered narration with insights into San Diego's history - Focus on sites outside Old Town State Historic Park - Perfect for both locals and first-time visitors

Discover everything San Diego with this comprehensive bundle of 18 self-guided audio tours. From the history of Old Town to the stunning coastline of La Jolla, immerse yourself in the cultural and historical richness of each location through GPS-triggered audio narratives. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a week, this collection allows you to explore iconic sites like Balboa Park and Coronado while also venturing into day-trip destinations like Julian and Borrego Springs. Enjoy the flexibility to experience the city at your own pace, any day, for an unbeatable value. - 18 self-guided audio tours covering San Diego’s highlights and hidden gems - Explore iconic destinations like Balboa Park, La Jolla, and Old Town - Includes day-trip options to Julian and Borrego Springs - Yours to keep! Explore now or revisit them on your next trip.

The best way to explore San Diego, and the most fun, is to do it by scavenger hunt. This is an app-led adventure, so you will avoid large tour groups, and be able to take part with just your private group. Be as competitive as you like, answering trivia questions to solve each clue. This takes around two hours on average, but you can go at your own pace.

The best way to explore the bar scene in San Diego, and the most fun, is to do it by scavenger hunt. This is an app-led adventure, so you’ll take part with just your private group. Be as competitive as you like, answering trivia questions to solve each clue. This takes around two hours on average, but you can go at your own pace.

Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of San Diego's past, tracing its evolution from Spanish exploration to a bastion of military innovation. Begin in the Gaslamp Quarter, where echoes of Spanish explorers and the Mexican-American War resonate through the cobblestone streets. Wander through Horton Plaza Park, where the visionaries of yesteryears shaped downtown San Diego into the bustling metropolis it is today. Pause outside the Santa Fe Depot, a symbol of the city's pivotal role in the nation's railroad network, linking it to the rest of the country. Conclude your odyssey at the USS Midway Museum, a testament to San Diego's significance in world wars and modern military advancements. Here, amidst the decks of a historic aircraft carrier, reflect on the city's journey through time, from its humble beginnings to its present-day status as a cultural and military hub of the West Coast.

Explore the beauty and culture of Balboa Park on this engaging walking tour. With an expert guide, wander through lush gardens, admire Spanish Revival architecture, and visit local artist galleries. Discover the history of this iconic park, including its role in the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, as you pass the stunning Botanical Building and California Tower. This tour includes access to hidden gems and stories that breathe life into San Diego's largest urban park. - Duration: 2 hours of informative walking through Balboa Park - Learn about the park's architecture and history from knowledgeable guides - Visit the Botanical Building, lily pond, and Spanish Village Art Center - Perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts; suitable for ages 6+