EXPLORE SAN DIEGO WITH A PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE!

EXPLORE SAN DIEGO WITH A PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE!

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See what America’s Finest City has to offer. San Diego has a plethora of amazing neighborhoods and sights, and customizing experiences in our city is what we do best. Wander through the San Diego Zoo exploring the diverse wildlife on display or explore the USS Midway Museum with your family. Treat yourself to a food and wine tour. Breathe in the coastal scenery at the San Diego Bay or the San Diego Harbor. Watch the sunrise and enjoy the blazing sun of the West Coast. You’ll never run out of things to do in one of our San Diego private tours.

Take a look at some of our most popular custom tours below that we can book for private groups of 10 or more guests! Our San Diego private tours can accommodate groups of upwards of 300 guests, so large groups are always welcome! Transportation can be added to any of our tours for an additional cost. Whether you’re traveling from San Francisco or Los Angeles, or if you’re a local San Diegan, everyone is welcome to book a custom tour! Book a tour guide in San Diego today!

Signature Tours

Any of our signature private tours can be booked for private groups of 10 or more guests. They’re anything but ordinary, and for a more elevated experience, we can sprinkle some unique offerings tailored just for you! Whether you’re a local or a guest, these tours offer a delightful experience in the heart of the city of San Diego. Contact us to discuss.

Gaslamp Quarter - Brothels, Bites and Booze

Description:

Your ultimate guide to San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. The historic Gaslamp Quarter is famous for its entertainment, shopping, and nightlife, but if you’re like us, you prefer a more unique day or night out exploring this popular downtown area. On this guided Gaslamp private city tour full of cuisine, culture, and curiosities, we’ll take you through the scandalous post-Gold Rush history of the heart of downtown San Diego.

Price Per Person:

Adults (Ages 13+): $75.00

Hours:

2.5

Old Town - Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones

Description:

On our Tequila, Tacos & Tombstones guided tour, we take you back in time to Old Town San Diego—also known as the Birthplace of California. Together with one of our expert tour guides, you’ll discover the events and learn about the individuals that led to Old Town’s current popularity as a cultural hotspot. This is a great tour for small groups in San Diego.

Price Per Person:

Adults (Ages 13+): $75.00

Hours:

2.5

Little Italy - Pizza, Pasta and Piazzas

Description:

No San Diego Little Italy experience would be complete without exploring this culinary hotspot’s best places to eat. Known for its variety of restaurants, America’s biggest Little Italy has become a food lover’s bucket list destination, and we’re here to show it off!

Join us in Little Italy for a walking tour full of food, fun, and Italian flare. Experience the best of this vibrant neighborhood with our Little Italy tours.

Price Per Person:

Adults (Ages 13+): $75.00

Hours:

2.5

Little Italy - Vino! Vino!

Description:

Planning a romantic date or your next friend’s night out? Our Little Italy wine tasting tour is the perfect way to elevate your outing and get to know one of San Diego’s most unique downtown neighborhoods.

As we stroll through this historic fishing town, you’ll learn all about the area’s rich history and, of course, sample the food and wine that makes Little Italy one of the best dining locations in all of San Diego and, dare we say, Southern California.

Price Per Person:

Adults (Ages 21+): $120.00

Hours:

3

Below you’ll find some tour options throughout some of our favorite neighborhoods in San Diego.

If you’d like to book any of these for a group of 10 or more, please contact us.  

Neighborhood Food Tours

La Jolla Food Tour

Description:

Historic walking tour of The La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Village with stops at three restaurants for food and drink samples, and a fourth for dessert.

Hours: 3

Carlsbad Food Tour

Description:

Carlsbad Village is a quaint beach town with a family-friendly vibe, many restaurants and shopping. On this great tour, guests will visit the alkaline water well that started the city of Carlsbad and two restaurants for food and drink samples.

Hours: 3

Coronado Ferry & Food Tour

Description:

Take the ferry to Coronado island, passing by the Coronado Bridge, and enjoy a historical presentation along with three stops for food and drink samples and one stop for dessert. Includes a one-way ferry ticket.

Hours: 3 – 3.5

Del Mar Food Tour

Description:

A walking tour of San Diego’s Del Mar neighborhood where guests will visit three unique restaurants for tastes and sips.

Hours:

3

Multi-Neighborhood Food Tours

Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park and Old Town Tour

Description:

A fast paced walking and driving tour of the Gaslamp, Balboa Park, and Old Town neighborhoods with bites in Gaslamp Quarter and Old Town.

Hours:

4

Gaslamp Quarter, Chicano Park and Coronado Tour

Description:

Explore a variety of cultures in San Diego on this tasting and historic tour as you explore the popular Gaslamp Quarter, colorful Chicano Park, and opulent Coronado.

Hours:

4

San Diego Beach Neighborhood Tour

Description:

Get to know some of San Diego’s oldest beach towns as you walk and taste through OB, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach. On this coastal tour, you’ll visit a brewery, have a fish taco and enjoy a beach front view that also includes another small snack and drink.

Hours:

3

North County Beach Neighborhood Tour

Description:

Take a hike at the famous coastline of Torrey Pines State Park with a park ranger to see the beautiful ocean views, then head north to Del Mar Village for a walking tour and a casual bite and beer. You’ll then drive up to Solana Beach for a walk through Cedros Avenue and a beer tasting at a local brewery.

Hours:

4

Point Loma, Old Town and Ocean Beach Tour

Description:

Explore the birthplace of California, taste authentic tacos and margaritas, visit Cabrillo National Monument, learn about the commercial fishing industry of the San Diego area, experience a local fish market and restaurant and get to know an iconic beach town.

Hours:

4

Beer Tours

As the home of over 150+ craft breweries, San Diego is considered one of the best, if not the best, beer cities in the United States. Our San Diego brewery tours take you to the best breweries in our favorite neighborhoods!

Stay Crafty, San Diego (Little Italy Brewery Tour)

Description:

A walk through the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego with beer tasters at three local breweries, and a slice of pizza at a pizzeria. A light historical presentation of the neighborhood is included.

Hours:

3

Miramar Brewery Tour

Description:

A guided tour of Miramar’s bustling beer scene! Visit three breweries for beer tasters including a behind the scenes brewery tour at one. A light snack will be provided at one of the breweries.

Hours: 3

Hipster Hops Brewery Tour (North Park Brewery Tour)

Description:

A historic walking tour of the North Park neighborhood of San Diego with three stops for beer tastings and one stop for a street taco.

Hours: 3

OB Brew Me (OB Brewery Tour)

Description:

A walk through the Ocean Beach neighborhood of San Diego with three stops for beer tasting and one stop for food.

Price Per Person:

$75.00

Hours:

3

East Village Brewery Tour

Description:

A historic walking tour to explore San Diego’s largest downtown borough while sampling beer at three local breweries. Guests will get a snack at one of the breweries.

Price Per Person:

$75.00

Hours:

3

Niche Tours

Craft Cocktails and Stories of Gaslamp

Description:

Historic tour of the Gaslamp Quarter to include stories of what the area was like during prohibition. Stop at three bars for a craft cocktail and a small bite at each stop.

Hours:

3

Brunch Cocktail & Food Tour

Description:

Explore one of San Diego’s historic neighborhoods while enjoying all things brunch! The tour includes one stop at a local donut bar and two stops at notable restaurants for brunch cocktails & food samples.

Hours:

3

Progressive Dinner

Description:

Visit three restaurants as you enjoy a course at each one. You’ll start with a cocktail and appetizer at the first, an entrée and wine at the second, and dessert with a coffee or “night cap” at the third.

Hours:

3

Scavenger Restaurant Hop

Description:

Explore the Gaslamp, La Jolla, Old Town or Little Italy following the clues provided to you.  Laugh hysterically with your team, as you walk to 2 restaurants and accumulate points during this fun and thrilling scavenger hunt.

Hours: 3

Neighborhood Walking Tour

Description:

Historic walking tour in any of San Diego’s neighborhoods.

Hours: 1-4

Step-on Guide

Description:

Step-on Guide for a tour in any of San Diego’s neighborhoods.

Price Per Person:

$60 per Hour
(3-Hour Minimum)

Hours:

1

Tour guide speaking to guest in front of the San Diego Gaslamp Quarter sign

WORK EVENTS

Looking for a team-building activity that actually creates connections? Our Scavenger Hunt Restaurant Hop is a team favorite, but we’ve created all of our tours with connection in mind, so you can get to know each other as you get to know America’s Finest City.

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SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Whether you’re planning a bachelorette party or birthday, a tour with So Diego is the ultimate way to celebrate. Any of our tours would make for the perfect party, but our expert tour guides can work with you to create a custom touring experience fit for your unique group.

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ANYTHING ELSE!

No need to have a special reason to join us on one of our tours. If you’re looking for a carefully curated touring experience that shows off the very best and most authentic of San Diego, contact us to book your tour today!

Experience + Explore

How we create custom touring experiences

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CHOOSE THE TOUR FOR YOU

We have over 20 unique tours to choose from, but if you’re looking for something a little different, we’ll help you create the itinerary that works best for you.

CONNECT WITH US

To book your tour or get started creating your own custom experience for a corporate event, all you need to do is reach out and talk to one of our expert San Diegans. Our local San Diego tour guides can’t wait to show you some amazing locations in America’s finest city.

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People standing in front of a historical building in the Gaslamp Quarter

GET READY…

We care about delivering high-quality experiences. That’s why we handle all of the tour details. All you need to do is show up ready to make connections and have a good time.

Enjoy!

From dining at local establishments to trying out the latest craft beer, all of our tours are full of food, food, and some history, told by one of our professional and personable tour guides.

People taking selfie on mobile phone while on a tour

Experience + Explore

How we create custom touring experiences

Hotel St James

CHOOSE THE TOUR FOR YOU

We have over 20 unique tours to choose from, but if you’re looking for something a little different, we’ll help you create the itinerary that works best for you.

People standing outside on a San Diego walking tour

CONNECT WITH US

To book your tour or get started creating your own custom experience for a corporate event, all you need to do is reach out and talk to one of our expert San Diegans. Our local San Diego tour guides can’t wait to show you some amazing locations in America’s finest city. 

People standing in front of a historical building in the Gaslamp Quarter

GET READY…

We care about delivering high-quality experiences. That’s why we handle all of the tour details. All you need to do is show up ready to make connections and have a good time.

People taking selfie on mobile phone while on a tour

Enjoy!

From dining at local establishments to trying out the latest craft beer, all of our tours are full of food, food, and some history, told by one of our professional and personable tour guides.

Private Tours

All of our tours can be booked for private groups.

We require a minimum of 10 guests to book a private tour.

The price stays the same for each person on the tour, but we add an automatic 18% gratuity to all private bookings.

Private tours can be booked on the day and time of your liking, as long as the restaurants are open.