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

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Hotel pickup (if centrally located)
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Private Transportation
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
Gratuities (optional)
No tickets required

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please ensure to meet your guide at the lobby of your hotel 10 minutes before tour departure time.

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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.

End point

Finish point will be your hotel (if centrally located) or within Gaslamp Quarter.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Petco Park

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

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Balboa Park

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

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Gaslamp Quarter

    See the fine, historical streets and grand Victorian architecture of the Gaslamp Quarter

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Old Town San Diego

    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).

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    La Jolla

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

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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