Come on our history walking tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! San Diego is one of the most historic cities in the state of California, and the men who built San Diego built California. On this tour, you'll visit several of the most historically important and architecturally unique locations in San Diego's famed Gaslamp Quarter. From the Davis-Horton House, to the Horton Grand Hotel, to the Balboa Theatre, you'll marvel at the unique structures while learning about the fascinating cast of characters who shaped San Diego into the city it is today.

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Gaslamp Quarter Sign

Originally known as Rabbitville for its use as a great rabbit habitat, eventually the area became known as Old Town, then the Gaslamp Quarter, named for the eponymous street lights. This sign came much later than the buildings here, completed in 1990.
• Admission Ticket Free

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Recognized as the oldest home in the Gaslamp, the materials for this saltbox style home were shipped from Maine, as lumber was scarce in the area. It would later become the County Hospital.
• Admission Ticket Free

Horton Grand Hotel

Today, the property is actually a combination of two separate hotels. In the 19th century, however, it became the home of the famed Wyatt Earp.
• Admission Ticket Free

Balboa Theatre

With an original capacity of 1,500, this theatre was constructed in 1924, and was known for its great acoustics and Broadway-size stage.
• Admission Ticket Free

Horton Plaza Park

Designated as a historic landmark in 1971, the land for this park was sold to the city of San Diego in 1895.
• Admission Ticket Free

Tivoli Bar

Originally a blacksmith shop, boarding house, and brothel, this building was converted into a saloon in 1895, and played host to Wyatt Earp several times during his time is San Diego.
• Admission Ticket Free

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Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Professional and knowledgeable local guide
Thoroughly researched and accurate history

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Transportation