San Diego Driving Tour: Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park & Old Town

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About this activity

On the San Diego half-day highlights tour, you will visit many of the city’s major historical sites, neighbourhoods and parks, including Balboa Park, the elegant architecture of the Gaslamp Quarter, the Old Town’s rich culture and the beautiful coastal stretch of some of San Diego's beaches.

Through the local insight of your private guide, you will be introduced to some of San Diego’s lesser-known corners with plenty of opportunities to grab some fabulous photographs of the city’s most picturesque landmarks, be it quaint Victorian streets, bloom-filled gardens, or the stunning cliff-strewn coastline that are home to seals, marine birds and rugged sea caves.

Please note that the Botanical Garden in Balboa Park is closed for major renovation until the end of 2024.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Travel Curious

Ages: Adults (0–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup (if centrally located)
Included: Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Included: A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Included: Private Transportation

Not included

Not included: Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Not included: No tickets required

Itinerary

Petco Park

45 min

Meet your private guide outside Petco Park in 'Park at the Park' and learn about the beloved home baseball team
Balboa Park

one hour

Admire a fine collection of museums in Balboa Park, a 490 hectare (1,200-acre) urban green space.
Gaslamp Quarter

45 min

See the fine, historical streets and grand Victorian architecture of the Gaslamp Quarter
Old Town San Diego

one hour

Be awed by the Old Town’s rich Mexican culture, and grab a bite to eat in Old Town's buzzing food scene (price not included in tour).
La Jolla

45 min

See the beautiful coastal stretch of upscale La Jolla and its opulent mansions

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Hotel pick-up is available upon request. Please note that if you do not provide your hotel information, your guide will meet you at Tony Gwynn's Statue in 'Park at the Park' outside Petco Park.