San Diego

15 Best San Diego Walking Tours

The walking tours: Gaslamp architecture, Little Italy’s blocks and Balboa Park’s gardens at strolling pace. The climate never argues with a walking plan here.

1.Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Discover Tijuana’s vibrant culture and flavorful food on this guided walking tour from San Diego, including local eats, history, and the border experience.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Accidentally found info about this at TripAdvisor, and immediately went for it since I could not commit more time, but was very interested to see Tijuana while in San Diego. The tour was very informative and pleasant: this was also my very first time in…”

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2.Tijuana Local Walking Tour from San Diego

Discover Tijuana with this guided walking tour from San Diego, exploring historic landmarks, vibrant markets, and authentic Mexican culture in about 4.5 hours.

★ 4.5

“Highly recommend for a flavour of Mexico! We were escorted through customs by the charming Diego, which was really fast and straightforward. We were then met by the amazing Tadeo, who showed us all around the sights and sounds of downtown Tijuana. He was patient…”

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5.San Diego Gaslamp Downtown Walking Tour

Discover San Diego’s haunted past with a 2-hour Gaslamp walking tour. Visit historic buildings, hear ghost stories, and explore insider secrets for $42.

★ 4.5

“Tour guide/story teller was amazing! It was a wonderful way to get history on the GasLamp Quarter while also being entertaining.”

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6.Ghosts of San Diego Walking Tour

Discover San Diego’s haunted side on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Visit historic sites, hear ghost stories, and explore the city’s spooky past with knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.5

“Sherry was knowledgeable, had quite a few tales, was pleasant and organized. It was an hour and half and got cold at night, so bring warm clothes in the winter!”

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7.Vino! Vino! Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour

Discover San Diego’s Little Italy with a 3-hour guided walking tour featuring wine tastings, Italian food samples, and engaging local history.

★ 4.5

“Great tour guide, I was definitely satisfied w/the environment & historical knowledge our guide brought to the experience. Would recommend 10 out of 10 for sure.”

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9.Historical Walking Tour of San Diego

Discover San Diego’s history and vibrant neighborhoods on this engaging 1-hour 15-minute walking tour, ideal for curious travelers seeking authentic insights.

★ 5.0

“My mother and I had an amazing time on our tour. Josh did a great job of explaining the historical and cultural influences to the city and how they affected each other. He also gave great recommendations for restaurants and activities to do throughout the…”

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10.Specters and Sinners Walking Tour

Discover San Diego’s haunted past with this adults-only ghost tour. Explore historic sites, hear lesser-known stories, and enjoy knowledgeable guides for a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“Janine was our guide and was full of great stories, jokes, and info. She was super friendly and made us comfortable asking tons of questions. We had a great time and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone interested.”

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11.San Diego: Little Italy Food & Drink Walking Tour

Explore San Diego’s vibrant Little Italy on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour, sampling authentic Italian bites, local drinks, and discovering history.

★ 4.8

“We would like to thank our tour guide Magda for a most lovely evening in Little Italy. Not only were our food choices incredible, but we learned a lot about the city and the area and have a greater appreciation for San Diego than when…”

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12.Little Italy Food and Drink Walking Tour: Pizza, Pasta & Piazzas

Discover San Diego’s Little Italy on a 2.5-hour food and drink tour featuring tastings at four spots, history insights, and local conversations.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing time and met an awesome couple that came along with us as well. It was a nice birthday treat and we found more places to explore in San Diego.”

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13.San Diego: Old Town Tales, Tacos, and Tequila Walking Tour

Discover San Diego’s Old Town with a 2.5-hour walking tour featuring historic sights, handmade tacos, a tequila tasting, and local stories.

★ 5.0

“The tour was phenomenal. Jennifer is a great tourist, so cool, and so knowledgeable. It was a complete joyful experience. There’s eatery and a tequila shot at the end.”

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14.San Diego: Coronado Highlights Small Group Walking Tour

Discover Coronado on a 2.5-hour guided tour featuring iconic sights, hidden gems, a local snack, and stunning beach views—all for $55.

★ 4.9

“Our Tour Guide, Jennifer, provided an informative and light-hearted experience sharing her knowledge of Coronado. The weather was exceptional the day of the tour which made the entire time memorable. Coronado holds a special place in our hearts and it is our go-to vacation spot.…”

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More San Diego Walking Tours

4.6USS Midway Museum Entry + Embarcadero Walking Tour1 day$46 5.0San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour$39 4.7San Diego: Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour3 hours$125 4.5San Diego Harbor Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game3 hours (approx.)$24.50 5.0San Diego: Barrio Logan Food and Art Guided Walking Tour3 hours$95 5.0San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Walking Tour1.5 hours$29 1.9San Diego: Old Town Ghost-Themed Walking Tour1.5 hours$29 3.4San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour1 hour$35 5.0Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA1 to 2 hours (approx.)$7.99 3.5San Diego Gas Lamp: At your leisure & pace. An audio walking tour.$14.99 5.0San Diego: East Village Food and Drink Walking Tour3 hours$90 5.0San Diego : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide2 hours$58 4.5San Diego USS Midway with Waterfront Walking Tour$39.00 5.0The Best of San Diego: Private Walking Tour including USS Midway$230.00 5.0San Diego Embarcadero Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$129.00 5.0The Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$99.00 4.4Old Town Haunted Walking Tour INSIDE Heritage Park1.5 hours$999 4.9San Diego: Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Walking Tour1 hour$21 4.6San Diego: Pizza and Ice Cream Walking Tour2 hours$79 Art of Balboa Park Walking Tour$65.00 Discover San Diego Together with Family Walking Tour$289.20 San Diego Booze and Boos Haunted Ghost Walking Tour$33.96 Nightmares & Nightcaps Haunted San Diego Walking Tour$31.82 Ocean Beach San Diego Walking Tour Experience$25.00