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San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour

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Overview

Meet your guide and group at Old Adobe Chapel, which can be credited for saving Old Town San Diego thanks to a 1884 book. Continue on to one of the most haunted homes in Southern California, also unusual for its architecture and building materials.

After a view of some Victorian architecture we'll pass by the original location of the Presidio and Mission when the Spanish first settled in California. Admire the oldest 18th-century structure in the area and learn about the indigenous tribes who lived here for thousands of years.

Back in town, we'll see some authentic Mexican handcrafts (no bad souvenirs here!), visit a hundred year old Catholic church that is a descendant of the original Mission, followed by a stroll through a landmark cemetery with graves dating back to the 1850s. Our final stop is a local Tequileria to learn about the many different kinds of tequila. Enjoy a taste or select another beverage of your choice, plus gourmet tacos.

What's Included

  • Chips and Salsa
  • 3 mouth watering delicious Street Tacos
  • Handmade Tortilla Tasting
  • Admission to paid museums
  • Guide Gratuity
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Conde Street
San Diego, CA 92110, USA

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San Diego Avenue
San Diego, CA 92110, USA

What To Expect

Old Town San Diego

Join us as we discover the full story of San Diego in the location where it all began – Old Town. We’ll learn about the indigenous people of the area, along with the Spanish and visit where they settled, and how this became a part of Mexico before becoming a US State. Along the way we’ll hear tales of the people who lived here and will end with some fantastic tacos and tequila!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Adobe Chapel Museum

We start our tour at the Adobe Chapel, first built as a home in 1850. By 1858 it became a chapel after the Mission was closed and served in that capacity until 1919. We'll learn that it was the setting of the fictional character Ramona’s wedding from the 1884 novel, and how this building saved the neighborhood.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Whaley House Museum

There are three historic buildings on this site and we'll talk about all of them, plus admire the century old Pepper Trees. Known mostly for its ghostly residents, the Whaley House is historically important beyond being haunted.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Heritage County Park (Pass By)

These Victorian buildings were moved here to preserve them from the expanding city in the 1970s from downtown. All of these houses date to the end of the 19th century.
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Mormon Battalion Historic Site (Pass By)

The longest infantry march in US history happened during the Mexican-American war in 1846-48 and this site commemorates it.
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Presidio Park (Pass By)

Where modern San Diego began with the first Mission and first Presidio (fortress) established here in 1769. After this area was abandoned residents moved down the hill to what is now Old Town State Park.
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Immaculate Conception Church

This is the descendant of the church at our meeting location and is over 100 years old.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Campo Santo Cemetery

After the Presidio closed, this became the main Catholic cemetery in San Diego, and many of San Diego's early residents are interred here.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria

We've saved the best for last! We'll stop here for a refreshing beverage and some delish bites!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Water in reusable container, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses are all recommended.
  • Our tortilla tasting happens at the beginning of the tour and our tacos and tequila are at the end (saving the best for last!). Please take that into consideration when planning pre-tour meals (have enough to fuel your walk but not enough to spoil your tacos!).
  • There is plenty of free parking in Old Town but can be hard to find on weekends. Please plan ahead.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Chips and Salsa.
  • 3 mouth watering delicious Street Tacos.
  • Handmade Tortilla Tasting.
  • One Tequila beverage for guests 21+ (or beer, wine or soda of your choice) at a local tequileria.
  • Souvenir Margarita Recipe.
  • Professional Local Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Admission to paid museums.
  • Guide Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Diego Old Town Tales, Tacos and Tequila Small Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Chips and Salsa
  • 3 mouth watering delicious Street Tacos
  • Handmade Tortilla Tasting
  • One Tequila beverage for guests 21+ (or beer, wine or soda of your choice) at a local tequileria
  • Souvenir Margarita Recipe
  • Professional Local Tour Guide
  • Admission to paid museums
  • Guide Gratuity

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Guests should be comfortable walking 2 miles - comfortable shoes are a must!
  • Water in reusable container, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses are all recommended.
  • Our tortilla tasting happens at the beginning of the tour and our tacos and tequila are at the end (saving the best for last!). Please take that into consideration when planning pre-tour meals (have enough to fuel your walk but not enough to spoil your tacos!).
  • There is plenty of free parking in Old Town but can be hard to find on weekends. Please plan ahead.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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