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San Diego Balboa Park Highlights Small Group Tour with Coffee

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There is so much more to beautiful Balboa Park than meets the eye, and you'll find all the secret spots on this small group walking tour of San Diego's cultural crown jewel. You'll see gardens of different types, inspiring architecture, learn about the park's history and the cultural organizations that populate it now. And top it all off with a beverage at a popular coffee cart. - 2 hour walking tour of Balboa Park - Learn how two expositions shaped the park and changed San Diego - Discover the Naval connection to the park - Be sure to bring a camera as this is the prettiest tour in town! - Enjoy a beverage at a park coffee cart
  • Exclusive access to park resource list with recommendations on how to enjoy the park after the tour
  • One beverage at a local coffee cart
  • Professional and Fun Tour Guide
  • Guide gratuity
Departure Point

698 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92103, Verenigde Staten We meet at the Founders Statues near 698 El Prado between 6th Ave and Balboa Drive at the west entrance of Balboa Park. It's on the only corner with an incline. If using ride share services request SEFTON PLAZA as the drop off location. Otherwise you may get dropped off in the wrong place.

  • Balboa Park, San Diego, California, United States
    Balboa Park is the cultural jewel of San Diego with architecture, gardens and cultural organizations a-plenty. Keep a camera handy as there are Instagramable spots around every corner.
    60 minutes
  • Cabrillo Bridge, San Diego, California, United States
    We'll pause on our walk across the bridge to admire the views of downtown, the San Diego Zoo and the historic highway below.
    5 minutes
  • California Tower, San Diego, California, United States
    The California Tower is a landmark not only for the park but for San Diego as well. The nearly 200 foot tall tower was built for the 1915 Panama California Exposition, and the story of San Diego’s founding in it’s ornate facade. We’ll get three great views of the tower, each one prettier than the next.
    5 minutes
  • Alcazar Garden, San Diego, California, United States
    Originally developed for the 1915 Exposition, this garden was redesigned for the 1935 Exposition off the Alcazar Gardens in Seville Spain
    5 minutes
  • Old Globe Theatre, San Diego, California, United States
    The three theaters in this complex have wowed audiences since the original construction for the California Pacific International Exposition in 1935. Your guide will give you the scoop on getting tickets when shows are in production.
    5 minutes
  • Plaza de Panama Fountain, San Diego, California, United States
    This plaza is surrounded by cultural organizations and places to eat. We'll provide all the details you need to know for further exploration after the tour.
    5 minutes
  • Botanical Building and Lily Pond, San Diego, California, United States
    This building was the largest of its kind when built for the 1915 Exposition, and one of four buildings constructed to last past the festivities. In front of it is a historic pond where we will spot koi and other wildlife.
    10 minutes
  • Spanish Village Art Center, San Diego, California, United States
    This colorful collection of cottages, built for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition, house 37 studios and many more artists. You'll have a chance to explore this unique village, and grab a beverage too!
    10 minutes
  • 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, Verenigde Staten
    Planted for the 1915 Exposition, this magnificent tree has seen a lot in the century since, and we'll get up close and personal thanks to a new viewing platform.
    5 minutes
  • Bea Evenson Fountain, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Named for the founder of the Committee of One Hundred, this fountain attracts children, dogs and birds, plus also has a surprising feature that is activated by the Fleet Center next door.
    5 minutes
  • Casa del Prado, San Diego, California, United States
    The home of many cultural and botanical organizations, this building also holds the secrets of how the detailed architecture of the park was created quick and cheap.
    5 minutes
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Let us know in advance if you would like an audio system.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Gary_L
02 Nov 2024
Excellent experience Very informative and easy to get along with. Would highly recommend the tour. Well worth taking.
Karen_W
22 Oct 2024
Jennifer was funny and knew so much about the park and its history. There are fascinating stories that I feel you would only learn about on a tour (unless you do lots of research). Definitely a highlight of our trip
kcw419
17 Oct 2024
Jennifer was very interesting , knowledgeable and attentive to our interests. We enjoyed our time learning the history of the park and all she shared with us..
This tour in San Diego is organized by San Diego Walks

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