Historic La Jolla Walking Tour

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Historic La Jolla Walking Tour

2 Adults x $70.00

$140.00

Approx Total

$140.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Numerous gems unknown even to locals
Overview of Ellen Scripps’ many contributions
Many fun facts
Background on architecture

Overview

We are the Original and top rated La Jolla walking tour. Learn the rich history of La Jolla. Uncover hidden gems and “Easter Eggs”. Score tailored dining and activity advice. Sea Lions, philanthropists, murderers, fault lines, and awe-inspiring women — we have it all. Our most enthusiastic reviews are from locals, and we guarantee you’ll learn at least 5 new things, even if you grew up here. All this is punctuated with numerous historic images of the early days. We cover approximately 3 leisurely miles and walk a total of about 40 stairs (down). We traverse the heart of the village, and the highlights of the coast. There are some hills so if you have concerns or seek more detail feel free to contact us. The standard tour is neither wheelchair nor stroller accessible, but we can EASILY design a custom tour tailored to your interests and abilities. We love to present our little seaside hamlet.

Meeting points

We meet at the curved concrete bench near the corner of Prospect and Draper. There is untimed parking on the west side of Draper about 500 feet away by the tennis courts.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

La Jolla Recreation Center

One of Ellen Scripps’ many gifts to La Jolla. We learn what makes it unique.

10 minutes
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

We will not tour the museum, but it is the site of Ellen Scripps’ home in La Jolla, which is incorporated into the museum.

5 minutes
La Jolla Historical Society

The La Jolla Historical Society is housed in Wisteria Cottage, which was the residence of Ellen Scripps’ half-sister Virginia (Jenny). We won’t go in the museum, but you will learn how Wisteria Cottage has been used over the years, as well as fun facts about Jenny.

5 minutes
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church

St. James by the Sea is a beautiful church. But what stands there now is not the original structure. Where did it go?

5 minutes
Girard Avenue and Prospect Street

Ground Zero La Jolla. There is a lot of history at and near this intersection, and we have the photos to prove it!

10 minutes
The Cave Store

The Cave Store is the second longest continuously operating enterprise in La Jolla (we’ll see the oldest too). You’ll learn why the original owner decided to build a tunnel to Sunny Jim’s cave, and who was Sunny Jim anyway?

5 minutes
La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Cove is the site of caves, sea lions, cormorant rookeries, and unparalleled beauty.

15 minutes
Ellen Browning Scripps Park

South of La Jolla Cove, this park stretches between La Jolla Cove and Children’s Pool and is one of the most beautiful parts of La Jolla.

20 minutes
Children's Pool

The last thing Ellen Scripps gave to La Jolla while she was still alive. Beautiful break wall and lots of seals.

5 minutes
Coast Boulevard Park (Pass By)

We’ll see The Wedding Bowl and the La Jolla Tide Pools

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with walking problems.
Not recommended for children under 10

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund

February 07No refund

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