Brothels, Bites and Booze

Most Popular!! Tales of scandal, SD's founding fathers, and tasty bites at local restaurants.

by So Diego Tours· San Diego, CA★ 5.0 · 1,432 reviews on google_reviews
From$93.28
Group sizeMaximum 15 people
Ages8–100

What to Expect

Brothels, Bites and Booze: A Culinary Tour of San Diego’s Questionable Past

Take a bite out of San Diego’s juiciest history on this unique food and walking tour through the Gaslamp Quarter—once home to brothels, saloons, and secrets. Step back in time to the post-Gold Rush era when the bustling port town of San Diego was a wild blend of opportunity and scandal.

On this unforgettable stroll through the city’s historic “New Town,” you’ll experience the flavors, sights, and stories that helped shape America’s Finest City into the vibrant destination it is today.

Includes

🍽️ Tastings at Local Restaurants – Sample signature dishes and drinks from some of the Gaslamp’s most popular eateries (plenty for a full meal!)

🕵️‍♂️ Scandalous Stories of the Stingaree District – Dive into the Gaslamp Quarter’s spicy past filled with brothels, madams, gamblers, and hustlers

🏙️ Walking History Tour – Explore historic buildings and landmarks of San Diego’s New Town with a local expert

📚 Untold Tales – Learn the fascinating facts they don’t teach in school

🌇 Atmospheric Stroll Through the Gaslamp – Experience San Diego’s iconic nightlife district like never before

Duration

2.5 Hours

Address

209 5th Ave

Pricing

Adult$92

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Your tour may be cancelled for a full refund up to 48 hours before the scheduled time of your tour. In the event that our tour does not meet the minimum number of guests required to operate the tour, So Diego may reach out with an alternate date and time, or offer a full refund.

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