Balboa Park Small Group Tour: Discover Hidden Gems

Uncover the hidden gems of Balboa Park on a small group walking tour. Explore gardens, admire architecture, learn about the park’s history, and enjoy a beverage at a popular coffee cart.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Balboa Park - Balboa Park is the cultural jewel of San Diego with architecture, gardens and cultural organizations a-plenty. Keep a camera handy as there are Instagramable spots around every corner.
  • Cabrillo Bridge - We’ll pause on our walk across the bridge to admire the views of downtown, the San Diego Zoo and the historic highway below.
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What's Included
  • Exclusive access to park resource list with recommendations on how to enjoy the park after the tour
  • One beverage at a local coffee cart
  • Professional and Fun Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Guide gratuity
Additional Information

Explore the hidden corners of splendid Balboa Park on this intimate group strolling tour of San Diego’s cultural masterpiece. You’ll encounter diverse gardens, impactful architecture, and gain insight into the park’s past as well as the cultural entities that reside in it today. Cap it all off with a drink from a popular coffee kiosk.

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Location
698 El Prado
El Prado
We meet at the Founders Statues near 698 El Prado between 6th Ave and Balboa Drive at the west entrance of Balboa Park. It's on the only corner with an incline. If using ride share services request SEFTON PLAZA as the drop off location. Otherwise you may get dropped off in the wrong place.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Gary_l
Nov 2, 2024
Great Day - Excellent experience Very informative and easy to get along with. Would highly recommend the tour. Well worth taking.
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Karen_w
Oct 22, 2024
Girls adventure - Jennifer was funny and knew so much about the park and its history. There are fascinating stories that I feel you would only learn about on a tour (unless you do lots of research). Definitely a highlight of our trip
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Kcw419
Oct 17, 2024
Girls trip - Jennifer was very interesting , knowledgeable and attentive to our interests. We enjoyed our time learning the history of the park and all she shared with us..
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Laurawages
Oct 13, 2024
Perfect Day on a Perfect Tour - We'd wanted to visit San Diego and go to Balboa Park for years, but the time didn't come until now. My husband and I enjoyed everything Jennifer took us to on the Balboa Park tour! She's a fantastic guide.
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Judithc578
Sep 28, 2024
A really fun, informative and worthwhile walking tour - A really fun and informative walking tour. Jennifer shares her extensive knowledge and insights of Balboa Park and its history in a humorous and pleasant manner. There are so many beautiful museums, buildings and gardens in Balboa Park, with interesting stories. Definitely worthwhile!
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Jenniferrv5531dq
Sep 28, 2024
Great tour! - What an informative and beautiful tour! Our tour guide, Jennifer, was knowledgeable, friendly, super fun, and adaptive. She made sure we had the experience we wanted and we LOVED IT! Highly recommend!
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Inspire09814526616
Sep 22, 2024
Highly recommend Jennifer - Jennifer was a great tour guide. Did not know the great details of the history of San Diego and Balboa Park and she made the time not boring at all. She was funny and patient with all our questions! Great coffee too!
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Stephanie_c
Sep 14, 2024
What a great time! - Our tour guide, Jennifer, was so fun and knowledgeable. We left with a great appreciation for Balboa Park (and a delicious treat to enjoy along the way). Highly recommend.
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Lyn_s
Sep 1, 2024
Balboa Park - Jennifer was extremely knowledgeable and made history fun! Everyone should do this at least once so they understand the history of Dan Diego!
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Janine_g
Aug 23, 2024
Great tour! - Great overview of and introduction to Balboa Park. Very helpful for planning future visits to museums! The coffee stand is charming with great coffee.
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