15 Best Historical Tours In San Diego

San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Tour

/ June 4, 2026

1.San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Tour

San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter true crime walk covers murders, the Stingaree past, and a haunted hotel. Small groups, 90 minutes.

Historic La Jolla Walking Tour

/ June 4, 2026

2.Historic La Jolla Walking Tour

Walk La Jolla’s coast and historic spots on a small-group tour, hearing Ellen Scripps stories plus sea lion sightings for $70.

★ 5.0

“Sightseeing mixed in with a history lesson. Wonderful insights on the historical people who help build this city.”

124 reviews2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $70.00by Historic La Jolla Walking Tours

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San Diego to Temecula: Wine Country Tour & Historic Old Town

/ June 4, 2026

3.San Diego to Temecula: Wine Country Tour & Historic Old Town

San Diego to Temecula day trip with Old Town strolling, tastings at three wineries, and lunch. Includes hotel pickup and narrated drive.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time! Dave (our tour guide) was friendly and super informative, and the 3 wineries visited were unique and fun to explore. We had plenty of time to enjoy the wines at each stop and didn’t feel rushed, and the included lunch (and waters) were much appreciated. We’d definitely recommend for anyone…”

93 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $258.54by Destination Temecula Wine Tours and Experiences

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San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

/ June 4, 2026

4.San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

Small-group Coronado history tour covering beaches, downtown architecture, a classic library, churches, and museums—plus snacks and a sweet treat. $64.

★ 5.0

“Hotel del Coronado was a favorite. The island history was very interesting. The gelato stop was very good. Jenny was an excellent guide!!!”

72 reviews2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)From $64.00by San Diego Walks

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Drinking Tours, Gaslamp Quarter Food & Drink Tours, Historical Tours, Nightlife, Pub Crawls, San Diego, Tour Reviews, Tours

San Diego Small-Group Gaslamp History Tour Pub Crawl

/ June 6, 2026

5.San Diego Small-Group Gaslamp History Tour Pub Crawl

San Diego Gaslamp History Tour Pub Crawl with a beer expert guide, small-group pacing, multiple craft stops, and a $40 ticket.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time. Levi was very informative and did a great job. It was a great way to see and have a drink at 4 Fun bars in the gaslamp district of San Diego”

44 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $40.00by San Diego Crawling

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Historical Walking Tour of San Diego

/ June 7, 2026

6.Historical Walking Tour of San Diego

A 75-minute guided walk through San Diego’s Gaslamp, Horton Plaza, Santa Fe Depot, and USS Midway area for $10.

★ 5.0

“My mother and I had an amazing time on our tour. Josh did a great job of explaining the historical and cultural influences to the city and how they affected each other. He also gave great recommendations for restaurants and activities to do throughout the city. We highly recommend this experience if you are visiting…”

38 reviews1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)From $10.00

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Historical Tours, Museums, San Diego, Theme Park & Attraction Tickets, Tickets, Tour Reviews

San Diego: San Diego Natural History Museum Ticket

/ June 8, 2026

7.San Diego: San Diego Natural History Museum Ticket

Spend a day at San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park with 75 million years of fossils, Baja exhibits, and giant-screen films included.

★ 4.7

“Very good I enjoy how it’s helping animals around the world while still informing the general public about what they’re doing”

33 reviewsFrom $12by San Diego Natural History Museum

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Ghost & Haunted Tours, Historical Tours, San Diego, Tour Reviews, Tours

Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego

/ June 10, 2026

8.Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego

Haunted Old Town ghost tour in San Diego: Heritage Park, El Campo Santo, Whaley House premise. No jump scares, 90 minutes, $42.

★ 4.5

“This was our first ghost tour and a great introduction. Kat and Berniece were fun and knowledgeable! We had kids with us and they enjoyed it as well!”

24 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $42.00by Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours

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Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

/ June 13, 2026

9.Old Town Walking History Tour in San Diego

A 2-hour Old Town San Diego history walk with paid Heritage Park access, Whaley House stories, and El Campo Santo ghost lore.

★ 4.5

“Great experience with very knowledgeable person! Very in depth tour. I highly recommend even for younger people. The guide was very thoughtful, attentive and not rushing at all!!! He loves doing that! He does with his heart”

17 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $35.00by Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours

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History Tour Pub Crawl of Famous Gaslamp Quarter

/ June 19, 2026

10.History Tour Pub Crawl of Famous Gaslamp Quarter

Sip local craft beer while a guide brings Gaslamp Quarter history to life, with four historic pub stops over about two hours.

★ 5.0

“Super fun experience! It was so cool learning about the history of San Diego, while having a few beers and laughs!”

10 reviews2 hoursFrom $40by San Diego Crawling

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Guided, Historical Tours, La Jolla, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Guided Historic La Jolla Village Walking Tour

/ June 20, 2026

11.Guided Historic La Jolla Village Walking Tour

A 1.5–2 hour guided walk through historic La Jolla village with a small group, great stories, and included water for $59.

★ 5.0

“Very informative, very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Really enjoyed and have recommended the tour to others!”

9 reviews1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)From $59.00by La Jolla Legendary Tours

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Historic Bay Cruise Aboard 1914 Pilot boat with General Admission

/ June 22, 2026

12.Historic Bay Cruise Aboard 1914 Pilot boat with General Admission

A narrated 45-minute San Diego Bay cruise on a 1914 pilot boat with views of carriers, Coronado Bridge, and Maritime Museum admission.

★ 4.5

“Many different types (steam, sail, ferry, pilot, swift) ships to explore with the feeling of being in a floating piece of history. Much exercise for active and mobile people”

8 reviews45 minutes (approx.)From $34.00by Maritime Museum of San Diego

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Private Customizable Iconic City Highlights Tour – Cultural, Historic, Shuttled

/ June 22, 2026

13.Private Customizable Iconic City Highlights Tour – Cultural, Historic, Shuttled

Private 4-hour San Diego highlights tour for up to 4 with guide Julie. Drive, mini walks, and photo stops from Balboa Park to Old Town.

★ 5.0

“Julie was an absolute star, collected me from my hotel and showed me all the main sights in four hours. A mine of information which she shared in relaxed way so not to overload my jet lagged brain! Fun and informative so would definitely recommend if you only have a short time in the city…”

8 reviewsFrom $455.00by San Diego Private Tours - Journeys with Julie

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San Diego’s Historic Treasures and Old Town Tour

/ June 24, 2026

14.San Diego’s Historic Treasures and Old Town Tour

Old Town San Diego tour with adobes, courthouse, church, Whaley House, and tequila, plus Presidio Hill. App lets you pause and skip.

★ 3.0

“We booked this as a part of our California trip, we went to San Francisco then San Diego. The app makes it easy to see the sights”

7 reviewsFrom $10by Pintours

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PCF 816 Swift Boat Naval History Bay Tour with General Admission

/ June 26, 2026

15.PCF 816 Swift Boat Naval History Bay Tour with General Admission

Ride the only active passenger Swift Boat in the U.S. on a narrated San Diego Bay naval-history tour, with a high-speed run.

★ 4.5

“Couldn’t hear the guide. Due to the noise of the boat there should be some type of headset to hear the history and facts presented on the tour. Otherwise it was an expensive boat ride.”

6 reviews1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)From $48.00by Maritime Museum of San Diego

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