San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour
ID: GYG433114-780024
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Explore the history of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter as you walk in the footsteps of pioneers like Wyatt Earp and Alonzo Horton
Visit San Diego's historical Gaslamp Quarter and explore a part of town with plenty of stories to tell. With over 100 historic buildings, you will travel back in time on this jam-packed walking tour of the district’s most iconic places.
Meet your guide near the Hard Rock Café Hotel to start walking through this historic district with charming signage, trolleys and decorative street lamps. You’ll visit two haunted sites, the Davis-Horton House and the Horton Grand Hotel, in between beautiful, historic facades.
Take stunning pictures of the Spanish-style Balboa Theatre, marvel at San Diego’s first skyscraper, and run your fingers along the hand-carved wooden bar at gunslinger Wyatt Earp’s old watering hole.
Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and stories like the tale of Bum, the legendary St. Bernard mix that was so beloved by the city they erected a statue in his honor..
Kids will also have plenty to do, thanks to the Gaslamp scavenger hunt and the interactive Broadway Fountain in Horton Plaza Park. There’s something for everyone.
Highlights
- Delve into stories of the old west, the red light district, and prohibition
- Visit haunted sites, where San Diego's history takes a spooky turn
- Keep things interesting with a fun and competitive scavenger hunt
- Snap stunning photos of historic facades and signage
- Explore downtown San Diego with a seasoned guide and fun-loving group
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour takes place rain or shine
Not recommended for people who cannot walk more than a mile
Meet your guide at the historic Gaslamp District archway. They'll be wearing a Junket t-shirt and carrying a bright flag for easy identification.
INCLUDED
- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Visit to haunted sites in the Gaslamp Quarter
- Scavenger hunt and bonus stories
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
