Savor the Flavors of the Gaslamp Quarter
- Evening Walking History tour of “New Town”
- Learn about the architecture of the historic buildings
- Listen to stories about the scandals of the Stingaree District
- Taste original flavors from 5-7 restaurants
- Enough food for a full meal
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
2.5 hours- $45 per person
Check our calendar for public tours or call to book your private tour any day!
The sounds of ship horns in the bay approach the wharf, retail clerks sweep their stoops, horses trot along the dirt streets, and women hoot at sailors from tiny windows. These are the sounds of San Diego back in the tail end of the 19th century.
Travel into a world of scandal and debauchery as we walk you through the streets of a famous Stingaree District, formerly known as one of the main red light districts in Southern California with more that 120 brothels at one point in time. The tales of the past are funny and will blow your mind! Get to know the roots of why this area has only recently been safe enough to walk at night, and has become the main nightlife and dining destination in San Diego.
The Gaslamp Quarter is home to over 100 unique restaurants and bars, and boasts a quaint small town city feel. The Brothels, Bites, and Booze tour will allow you to experience a number of cuisines and restaurants for the ultimate experience of Downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter.
As you walk along the brick streets marveling at the architecture, So Diego Tours will lead you to some of the best restaurants in the Gaslamp Quarter. Experience the diversity of the city by tasting ethnic cuisine from Indian curry, to delicious seafood, and Mexican tacos. You will even stop at a brewery where you will learn how beer is made as you sample 4-7 freshly brewed beers (day tour only).
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When:
Wednesday – Saturday @ 6:30pm
Friday and Saturday @ 11:00am
**Evening Tour differs from the Daytime Tour**
Price: $45 per person
How Long: 2.5 hours
Walking Path: The tour covers about 1-1/4 miles of flat terrain.
What to wear:
Day Tour: Comfortable clothing and shoes. Check weather.
Night Tour: We suggest to wear what you would on a first date.
Who: All ages are welcome on the day tour only. Alcoholic beverage tastings are limited to adults 21 years old and older. Expect anywhere from 4-12 people on each tour.
What: This is a food and drink sampling tour. Drinks are served “sample-sized”, and are not served at each stop. The cumulative food tastes should be enough for a full meal. Restaurants are subject to change without notice.
Tipping: Tips for your guide or the restaurant staff are not included. If you feel that your guide and/or server was exceptional, share the love with them!
Where to meet:
Day Tour:
Broadway Circle at the main entrance to the Horton Plaza Mall in front of the Lyceum Theater. 324 Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101
Evening Tour:
Corner of 5th and L Street, under the Gaslamp Quarter sign near the Hard Rock Hotel.
(619) 233-8687
Daytime Tour Restaurants
Krust Pizzeria: A favorite amongst the locals! Taste gourmet pizza made from real chefs who hand-toss the dough in front of your eyes and create their own special recipes. We promise this is some of the best pizza you’ll ever taste!
Tequila 100: Savor the flavors of Mexico City at this authentic restaurant. Taste a surprise specialty, while sipping on a margarita sample. Learn a couple of Spanish words from our servers as you wait for your food!
Rock Bottom Brewery: Known for their hand-crafted, local beers. We will meet the Brewmaster as he walks us through the tastes and brewing process of his one-of-a-kind beers.
Royal India: Voted as San Diego’s #1 Indian Food restaurant, we will sample authentic favorites in a beautifully decorated dining room. Learn the basics of Indian cuisine as your buds explode with flavor!
Crunch Time: As one of the only places to serve home-made ice cream using all-natural and REAL ingredients, it’s no wonder why this spot is so popular amongst the locals. Taste from their array of ice creams AND flavored popcorn!
Nighttime Tour Restaurants
Bite M.E As one of the newest additions to the Gaslamp Quarter, this tasty Mediterranean restaurants will have you salivating for more lamb kabob, tzaziki, and their special run-spiked, mint lemonade cocktail.
Bolillo Tortas This new Mexican sandwich restaurant is amongst the SDT team favorites in town! Their tortas (Mexican sandwiches) are tasty, and the sides such as the Mexican corn on the cob and bacon wrapped jalapeno are enough reason to come back.
Rock Bottom Brewery (Fri & Sat only): Known for their hand-crafted, local beers. We will meet the Brewmaster as he walks us through the tastes and brewing process of his one-of-a-kind beers.
Tequila 100: Savor the flavors of Mexico City at this authentic restaurant. Taste a surprise specialty, while sipping on a margarita sample. Learn a couple of Spanish words from our servers as you wait for your food!
Krust Pizzeria: A favorite amongst the locals! Taste gourmet pizza made from realchefs who hand-toss the dough in front of your eyes and create their own special recipes. We promise this is some of the best pizza you’ll ever taste!
Analog Bar (Wed and Thurs only): As one of The Gaslamp’s newest restaurant/bars, this throw back recording studio – themed bar pairs “Good Food and Strong Drinks” for nightlife animals, foodies, hipsters, and karaoke fanatics. Taste their popular tachos and specialty cocktail.
The Melting Pot (Wed-Fri only): As one of the Gaslamp’s newest additions, this unique restaurant allows you to dip your food in chocolate! We will indulge in their chocolate fondu, fresh berries, and pound cake. A surprise cocktail awaits us here, too!
Heavenly Cupcakes (Saturday only): Tiny cake bites topped with the most delicious frosting will have you thinking you’ve died and gone to heaven. Amazing flavors of Red Velvet, Peanut Butter, and Chocolate Mint.
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