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The Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
$99
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Overview
The Historic Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego invites you to step back into the vibrant 1850s, where the visionary William Heath Davis laid the foundations of a thriving town. Join us for a captivating walking tour that brings to life the charm and history of this remarkable district.
- 🏷️ Guided Walking Tour: Enjoy a 1 hour and 30-minute journey through the Historic Gaslamp Quarter with an expert guide sharing fascinating stories.
- 🚶♂️ Experience the architectural beauty of the Gaslamp Quarter, known for its Victorian-era buildings and lively atmosphere.
- 🏛️ Visit the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, the oldest surviving structure in the New Town area, showcasing a well-preserved example of a pre-framed lumber “salt box” family home.
- 🎭 Marvel at the Spreckels Theatre, a historic performing arts venue with an ornate Baroque interior, originally opened in 1912.
- 🏨 Discover the historic William Penn Hotel, now a luxury aparthotel, offering modern amenities while retaining its classic charm.
- 🏢 Explore the Simmons Hotel, a storied structure with a rich history dating back to 1906, located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter.
- 🏛️ Learn about the Old City Hall, a historic building constructed in 1874 that once housed city government offices and the police department.
- 🖼️ Visit Sparks Gallery, an art space located in a historic building, featuring contemporary artwork by Southern California artists.
- 💧 Enjoy complimentary bottled water and small snacks, such as chips or granola bars, to keep you refreshed during your tour.
- ♿ The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all physical fitness levels, ensuring everyone can experience the rich history of the Gaslamp Quarter.
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The Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Bottled water
- Small snacks. For example, chips or a granola bar
- Tour Guide Gratuity is not included.
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Gaslamp QuarterThe Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego is a vibrant, historic district known for its Victorian-era architecture, lively nightlife, diverse dining scene, and numerous entertainment venues, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
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Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton HouseSan Diego's William Heath Davis House is the oldest surviving structure in the New Town area. It was one of the first houses built in 1850 in the New Town. The house is a well-preserved example of a pre-framed lumber “salt box” family home from the East Coast. It was shipped to California by boat around Cape Horn.
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Spreckels TheaterThe Spreckels Theatre, a historic landmark in downtown San Diego, is a renowned performing arts venue that opened in 1912. The theater is a 1,915-seat auditorium with an ornate Baroque interior. The auditorium is open with no pillars or columns to obstruct sightlines. The number of seats was chosen to correspond with the Panama–California Exposition year (1915).
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Set in a 19th-century building, this elegant hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter is a 12-minute walk from the San Diego Civic Theatre and 14 minutes' walk from shopping and dining at Seaport Village.
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The William Penn Hotel in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter is a historic structure, formerly the Oxford Hotel, that now operates as a Sonder — The William Penn Aparthotel with a focus on luxury apartments, offering amenities like kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, and is located near popular attractions.
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The Simmons Hotel is an historic structure located at 542 6th Avenue in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, in the U.S. state of California. It was built in 1906. In the past it was called the Burbank (1907), the Sixth Street Rooms (1908), the Prescott (1909-1918), the Hotel North in 1921 and the Simmons Hotel in 1965. The building is on the former site of the San Diego Granite Works.
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Old City HallThe Old City Hall in San Diego, located at 5th and G Street in the Gaslamp Quarter, is a historic building constructed in 1874, originally a two-story brick structure, and later expanded to four stories, housing city government offices, the police department, and the city council chambers.
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Yuma BuildingThe Yuma Building, a historic landmark in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, is a three-story plus basement mixed-use property located at 629-633 Fifth Avenue, featuring ground-floor retail, office basement space, and a luxurious two-story townhome on the upper floors.
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Sparks GalleryLocated in the historic Sterling Hardware Building in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, Sparks Gallery is an event space and art gallery, specializing in contemporary artwork by artists living in Southern California.
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Historic Louis Bank of CommerceThe Louis Bank of Commerce, located at 835-837 5th Avenue in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, is a historic four-story Baroque Revival building with twin towers, known as the "Queen of the Gaslamp" for its elaborate Victorian architecture.
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Chuck Jones GalleryGallery specializing in iconic animation cartoonists, especially Chuck Jones of Bugs Bunny fame.
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The Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
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This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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