A Local’s Guide to La Jolla’s Sights: A Self-Guided Urban Stroll
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- 1 hours to 2 hours (approx.)
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- Offered in: English
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Overview
Curious about La Jolla’s backstory then lace up your sneakers, it’s time to soak up the glory and magnificence of this sun-kissed seaside community on this self-guided walking tour. • Go back in time to discover fascinating fun facts about La Jolla’s early days • Hear from producers Mindy and Jerry Flanagan, passionate locals and founders of Tour Freely • Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.-
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
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Lifetime access to this tour in English
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Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
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Smartphone and headphones
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Food and drink
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Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Meeting point
Start on Prospect Street in front Eddie V’s Prime Seafood at 1270 Prospect St La Jolla, CA. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
End point
The tour ends a short walk from the start location and a stone's throw from the Cave Store which is a local attraction.
Legends Gallery
The tour passes by Legends Gallery which has an ongoing display of Dr. Seuss’ art.
La Valencia Hotel
The tour passes by the La Valencia Hotel and gives you the opportunity to walk through its doors if you want to/have the time.
Girard Avenue and Prospect Street
The tour begins on Prospect Street and passes briefly onto Girard Avenue before rejoining Prospect street once again.
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
The tour passes by one of La Jolla's oldest churches: the St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
Cuvier Park - The Wedding Bowl
The tour briefly passes this popular wedding destination.
Children's Pool
The tour passes by the Children's Pool, another gift from Ellen Browning Scripps to the children of La Jolla that provided a safe place to swim.
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
The tour passes by the Ellen Browning Scripps Park. It is the perfect place to stop for a picnic if you brought some snacks and drinks with you.
Sunny Jim Cave
The tour ends outside the Sunny Jim Sea Cave. This tour doesn't take you into the cave but does provide some background information on the cave.
La Jolla
This self-guided audio tour takes you through La Jolla.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
The tour is wheelchair accessible, except at the end of the tour, when the guide says to return to starting location you can go up the steps. There is an alternate route available to bypass the steps. Simply continue in the same direction on Coast Blvd., up the hill to Prospect Street. When you reach Prospect Street, cross the street, turn right and head back to the starting point. Additionally, please note, there are a couple of steep hills. We are aware that there may be special requirements. We want our tours to be accessible to everyone, so if you have any questions or concerns, please contact ToursFreely.
