San Diego keeps its history in two districts, and this list pairs tours of the Gaslamp Quarter and Old Town. Old Town holds the site of California’s first permanent Spanish settlement, and its core is a free state park. The Gaslamp’s sixteen Victorian blocks work best on foot with a guide who knows the saloon years.
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Most Popular★ 5.0“Stefan was wonderful! Knowledge and friendly... connected with the group. Food and establishments were delicious with excellent service.”
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275 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $89.00by Sidewalk Food Tours
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Uncover the chilling secrets of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter on our Historic True Crime Tour. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the dark side of the city!
★ 4.5“It was very fun and the perfect amount of time! The stories were chilling and interesting! Loved learning about this city!”
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230 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $29.99by Murder n' Mayhem
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Discover the best of Old Town's food and drink scene on this tequila-infused walking tour. Indulge in tacos, sip on margaritas, and explore haunted tombstones.
★ 4.5“Magda was a great tour guide with lots of interesting history of Old Town San Diego. You can tell that she loves interacting with people and curating a wonderful experience for everyone. The tacos were delicious as well as the margaritas.”
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225 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $94.00by So Diego, Inc.
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Navigate through San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter on a tantalizing food and drink walking tour, uncovering hidden culinary treasures and local secrets that will leave you craving more.
★ 4.7“Blue was wonderful. Very informative of the history of the city and a pleasure to spend our time with”
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154 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $94by So Diego, Inc.
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Explore the charm of Downtown & Old Town with GoCar's 2Hr Tour. Hop in and discover the hidden gems that await! Book now and embark on an unforgettable adventure.
★ 4.5“A great way to get a quick tour of all the sights amd attractions. Recommend booking this as yoir forst adventure not the day before you are set to leave. Overall a great and fun 2 hours.”
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141 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $52.00by GoCar Tours San Diego
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Discover the vibrant history and nightlife of San Diego's Gaslamp Downtown with our captivating walking tour. Uncover hidden gems and indulge in the city's lively atmosphere.
★ 4.5“We had such a fun time on the ghost tour! Vivian was an amazing guide—super entertaining and kept everyone engaged from start to finish. It was also very nice learning some history on San Diego. Thank you guys!”
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133 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $42.00by Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours
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Discover the hidden gems of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter on an exhilarating Segway tour. Explore the city's vibrant culture and iconic landmarks in a unique and unforgettable way.
★ 5.0“The tour was just great. Thought I would have trouble as I have just had back surgery 5 months ago and don't have good balance but it was no problem. Our guide Jon was fantastic - great knowledge of the area and very good at…”
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128 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $189.00by Another Side Of San Diego Tours
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A captivating blend of history, culture, and culinary delights await visitors on the San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour, where...
★ 5.0“This is a great tour of Old Town San Diego and it's history, complete with delicious drinks and tscos to complete the experience. Jennifer is an amazing guide. She is so knowledgeable, funny and personable.”
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121 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $85.00by San Diego Walks
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Linger in the haunted past of San Diego's Gaslamp District as you uncover tales of paranormal activity on this spine-tingling walking tour.
★ 4.0“Alex was great, very personable and knowledgeable! Would definitely love to have her guide us in other ghost tours!”
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100 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $32.00by San Diego Ghost Tours By Us Ghost Adventures
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Open your senses to a tantalizing journey through Old Town San Diego with tequila and tacos - where culinary delights meet rich history.
★ 4.8“Raul was awesome and I got lucky with a small group so it felt personal. Very happy. Would recommend it especially if you’re interested in the old town stories”
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71 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $89by So Diego, Inc.
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Fascinate your senses with chilling tales of ghosts and crime in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, where history's dark secrets beckon.
★ 4.5“It was great. Fernando is an excellent storyteller and gave us lots of good advice on places to check out in San Diego”
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61 reviewsFrom $27by US Ghost Adventures
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Your chance to explore the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego on a small-group tour that blends history, architecture, and the lively entertainment scene. Don't miss out!
★ 5.0“We had a great time. Levi was very informative and did a great job. It was a great way to see and have a drink at 4 Fun bars in the gaslamp district of San Diego”
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44 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $40.00by San Diego Crawling
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Ghost hunters and history enthusiasts alike will be captivated by the Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour, which unravels San Diego's haunted past with spellbinding tales of the paranormal.
★ 4.5“This was our first ghost tour and a great introduction. Kat and Berniece were fun and knowledgeable! We had kids with us and they enjoyed it as well!”
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24 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $42.00by Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours
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No other tour showcases San Diego's vibrant Harbor and Gaslamp Quarter like this 1-hour GPS guided scooter adventure, offering eco-friendly exploration of the city's multicultural heritage.
★ 5.0“The views were amazing & we took a lot of pics! The GPS was easy to follow! The traffic was slow but we utilize that time to get great pics along the way! I would love to go on another tour, specifically their night tour!”
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23 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $92.44by GoCar Tours San Diego
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Hear the whispers of San Diego's history come alive as you embark on a GPS-guided adventure through Downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter.
★ 4.9“It was so much fun! the route was perfect and simple to navigate. we started kinda late so it was fully dark when we ended and we had no issues. perfect if youre bored or need to burn a couple hours. I would absolutely do…”
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22 reviews1 hourFrom $48by GoCar Tours - San Diego
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