Step out onto the streets of San Diego and step into history on a fun and educational walking tour. With distinctive neighborhoods, natural beauty, and world-class bars, coffee shops, and restaurants, San Diego is the perfect place to explore by foot. Discover South California’s vibrant communities, rich history, and unforgettable cuisine as you walk its streets, guided by a local expert. When you join one of our enriching, engaging food tours of San Diego county, the magic of the city is just a step away.

About San Diego Walking Tours:

San Diego has so many stories to tell and secrets to reveal. You’ll discover them all as you stroll through the city’s dynamic neighborhoods, savor its unforgettable flavors, and take in its stunning art and architecture on our San Diego walking tours. Turn back time and learn about the rich history of Old Town San Diego or the questionable past of Downtown San Diego. Find hidden gem haunts, dive deep into local history, and soak up the sun—your quintessential San Diego experience starts here. 

• Explore everywhere – Take your pick of private tours across San Diego’s famed neighborhoods, including the historic Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town San Diego, Little Italy, the industrious Seaport Villages and Embarcadero, stylish Coronado, the cultural hub that is Liberty Station, breathtaking La Jolla Cove and Village, and beautiful Balboa Park.
• Go in-depth – Our comprehensive tours zoom in on the history and happenings in one specific San Diego neighborhood, allowing you to slow down and savor the atmosphere of each unique locale. 
• See the sights – See for yourself what makes San Diego such a special, historically significant city. Immerse yourself in San Diego history and explore local landmarks like the Hotel del Coronado, the San Diego Zoo, Cabrillo Bridge, and the USS Midway and Maritime Museum.
• Gain insider knowledge – The informed, friendly guides who lead our San Diego walking tours know our city’s stories well and love to share their knowledge with curious travelers. Gather information on notable points of interest, soak up the history, and gain insight into the culture of the people who live, work, and play there.
• Find locals-only spots – Forget tourist traps and overpriced drinks! Find insider tips from San Diegans on the best places in the neighborhood to eat or get a drink from our seasoned San Diego tour guides.
• Taste the town – Walking and talking can build up quite the appetite. Your expert guide will personally accompany you to a favorite local spot so you can taste for yourself some of the many delicious flavors San Diego has to offer.

Tours can be booked for private groups of 10 or more guests. They’re anything but ordinary, and for a more elevated experience, we can sprinkle some unique offerings tailored just for you! On our private tours, your travel guide will let you in on some hidden gems, a bit of Old Town tales, and more exciting San Diego walks and discoveries. Whether you’re a life-long San Diegan or just visiting, there are a lot of new and fun things you can learn about one of the finest cities on the West Coast. Contact us to plan the perfect San Diego tour for you!

Length of walking tour:

• Our walking tours run 1.5-4 hours in length. Each tour can be booked 10+ guests at the rate starting at $30/guest.
• The average distance covered over the private tour is about 1-2 miles. Generally, tours will be broken up between periods of walking (several blocks at a time), with built-in stops for rest.