Gaslamp Historical Tour: Authentic Downtown San Diego Experience
San Diego
Experience the authentic history of downtown San Diego on our Gaslamp Historical Tour. Explore the Wild West saloons, gambling halls, and opium dens of the past. Join us for a unique and engaging tour!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Gaslamp Quarter - Welcome to the Gaslamp Quarter Arch! Come meet us at 209 Fifth Ave, San Diego CA and join us for the first tale. This is your chance to be part of something special and make memories that will last a lifetime.
What's Included
  • Daytime journey through San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter
  • Explore true crime stories intertwined with the area’s history
  • Enjoy an authentic theatrical presentation by a costumed guide
Additional Information

Join us on the San Diego Gaslamp Historical Walking Tour for an exclusive delve into the city’s downtown evolution from the 1850s to 1915. Explore the past of San Diego, filled with old-time saloons, gambling dens, opium establishments, and brothels, offering a memorable journey through a past era.

We are a local tour company dedicated to unveiling San Diego’s true history in the Gaslamp district. We caution you against out-of-town major corporations whose narratives have been caught red-handed twisting tales! If you seek authenticity, we are your choice. If you prefer a company prioritizing your satisfaction over profit, choose us.

Our guides are passionate individuals donned in period costumes, with a deep affection for this city and a commitment to delivering joy. We base our stories on rigorous research and deliver them with a theatrical flair. So come prepared for mirth and awe!

We’ve surveyed all rival tours, and we can confidently declare we are the best. Make a choice for local, immerse in the truthful history, and experience a sense of fulfillment. We await you!

  • You walk rougly 1.5 mile over a 2 hour period. It is a brisk walking tour. Wheelchairs and strollers generally do well particularly if you have someone that can help push here and there.
Location
215 Fifth Ave
Fifth Avenue
Head to the Gaslamp Quarter Arch near Starbucks Downtown, located at 209 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 20 minutes before the tour starts! Our friendly host will be there, either in Victorian attire or in black, so you won't miss them. No ticket or phone app is required, just your name.
Cancellation Policy

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

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up to 14 guests
1 Adult
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