A Local’s Guide to La Jolla’s Sights: A Self-Guided Urban Stroll

4.5 (19 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Seals and sea lions at the La Jolla Children’s Pool — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Catch the crashing waves at the Children’s Pool. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Curious about La Jolla’s backstory then lace up your sneakers, it’s time to soak up the glory and magnificence of this sun-kissed seaside community on this self-guided walking tour.

Go back in time to discover fascinating fun facts about La Jolla’s early days
Hear from producers Mindy and Jerry Flanagan, passionate locals and founders of Tour Freely
Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Children (6–12 years) · Youth (13–20 years) · Adults (21–60 years) · Seniors (61–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Itinerary

Legends Gallery

Passing by

The tour passes by Legends Gallery which has an ongoing display of Dr. Seuss’ art.
Stop 2

Passing by

The tour passes by the La Valencia Hotel and gives you the opportunity to walk through its doors if you want to/have the time.
Girard Avenue and Prospect Street

Passing by

The tour begins on Prospect Street and passes briefly onto Girard Avenue before rejoining Prospect street once again.
St. James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church

Passing by

The tour passes by one of La Jolla's oldest churches: the St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
The Wedding Bowl

Passing by

The tour briefly passes this popular wedding destination.
Children's Pool

Passing by

The tour passes by the Children's Pool, another gift from Ellen Browning Scripps to the children of La Jolla that provided a safe place to swim.
Ellen Browning Scripps Park

Passing by

The tour passes by the Ellen Browning Scripps Park. It is the perfect place to stop for a picnic if you brought some snacks and drinks with you.
Sunny Jim Cave

Passing by

The tour ends outside the Sunny Jim Sea Cave. This tour doesn't take you into the cave but does provide some background information on the cave.
La Jolla

Passing by

This self-guided audio tour takes you through La Jolla.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Start on Prospect Street in front Eddie V’s Prime Seafood at 1270 Prospect St

La Jolla, CA. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.

End point

The tour ends a short walk from the start location and a stone's throw from the Cave Store which is a local attraction.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

2. Create an account

3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is wheelchair accessible, except at the end of the tour, when the guide says to return to starting location you can go up the steps. There is an alternate route available to bypass the steps. Simply continue in the same direction on Coast Blvd., up the hill to Prospect Street. When you reach Prospect Street, cross the street, turn right and head back to the starting point. Additionally, please note, there are a couple of steep hills. We are aware that there may be special requirements. We want our tours to be accessible to everyone, so if you have any questions or concerns, please contact ToursFreely.