You’ll work up an appetite exploring San Diego’s Old Town and discovering hidden historical gems. At the end, you’ll enjoy a tequila beverage and tacos.
EXPERIENCE:
As the birthplace of California, Old Town San Diego has seen its fair share of history. Today, it’s also widely regarded for its restaurants, margaritas, and souvenir shops.
Start your exploration at the Adobe Chapel which served both as a home and church in the 19th century. Then, you’ll be treated to handmade tortillas, a world-famous dish that dates back to before Columbus landed in North America.
After that, continue the tour and see one of the oldest brick buildings in Southern California, best known for its haunting ghost stories. Marvel at the wonderful examples of Victorian architecture, including San Diego’s first Synagogue.
The nourishment from the tortillas will be handy as you stroll past to the original European settlement on the West Coast of the U.S. You’ll see the oldest 18th-century structure in the area and learn about the history of indigenous people living on this land at the time of the arrival of European settlers. You’ll visit a hundred-year-old Catholic church, followed by a stroll through a landmark cemetery with graves dating back to the 1850s.
By now you might be thirsty, so take a brief walk to a local tequileria boasting a collection of thousands of bottles. Here you will learn about the many different types of tequilas and be treated to a tasting of one of the best tequilas in the world. (This sample is included as part of your tour price, but you may instead choose a margarita, beer or another beverage of your choice).
You’ll bid adios here, but feel free to linger over another drink, or dig into some great Mexican food. Or, if you want to keep moving, you can continue shopping and exploring this great San Diego neighborhood.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Discover the tales and lore of San Diego’s most historic neighborhood
Explore Old Town’s original adobes, shops, and church
Sample handmade tortillas from authentic tortilla makers and try authentic street tacos
Choose from a vast selection of tequila varieties at an authentic tequileria that boasts a collection of thousands in its museum
Learn about the different people and cultures who settled in Old Town
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