A Local’s Guide to San Diego’s Sights: A GPS Self-Guided Drive Discount Tickets

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Overview

Designed by a pair of lifelong California residents with a passion for the region’s hidden history, this immersive audio tour transforms your vehicle into a private theater on wheels. While massive tour buses are confined to rigid schedules, this digital experience allows you to navigate at your own pace, uncovering the secret stories behind the "Street of Dreams" in La Jolla and the rugged, off-the-beaten-path majesty of Sunset Cliffs. Your drive weaves audio stories through the historic Gaslamp Quarter, the coastal heights of Cabrillo National Monument, and the lush architecture of Balboa Park. Using smart GPS technology, the commentary plays automatically as you drive, functioning entirely offline to ensure a seamless journey without data interruptions. By the time you reach the panoramic summit of Mt. Soledad, you won't just have seen the sights—you’ll have experienced San Diego through the eyes of an insider who knows exactly where the city’s heart beats.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

End point

The tour ends in the parking lot of Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Mission Bay
Our tour begins at the edge of Mission Bay and takes in legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
2. SeaWorld
The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
3. Ocean Beach
Experience Ocean Beach’s hippie vibe while gazing at the West Coast’s longest fishing pier and its unusual design.
4. Sunset Cliffs
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
5. Point Loma
The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
6. Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
The tour passes by Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. You'll hear about the cemetery while you drive.
7. Cabrillo National Monument
See where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European to explore present-day California, made his initial landfall on the West Coast.
8. Gaslamp Quarter
On this drive, you'll be guided through the vibey Gaslamp Quarter and hear its history.
9. San Diego Zoo
The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
10. Balboa Park
The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
11. Cabrillo Bridge
The tour takes you over the Cabrillo Bridge.
12. Old Town San Diego
The tour passes through Old Town San Diego. You'll hear a bit of its history while you drive.
13. Presidio Park
The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
14. Camino De La Costa
You'll be guided along Camino de la Costa, La Jolla’s “Street of Dreams”.
15. Pacific Beach
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
16. La Jolla
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
17. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
The tour ends on Mt. Soledad where you'll be greeted by a dramatic 360-degree view.

Inclusion

Lifetime access to this tour in English

VoiceMap app for Android and iOS

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusion

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Smartphone and headphones

Transportation

Food and drink

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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