At 222 Fifth Ave, San Diego — right next to the Gaslamp Quarter Arch. Your guide arrives early with a blue umbrella so you can’t miss us.

In Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, next to the Robinson-Rose House restrooms. Same blue umbrella.

Downtown, there are garages within a couple of blocks of the Gaslamp Arch — see our full parking guide for the safest, closest, easiest-exit options. Old Town has free state park lots that fill by mid-day.

Yes — walk-ups are welcome. Booking is recommended so your guide expects you (and so we can reach you if anything changes), but if you’re passing by at tour time, just join the umbrella.

“Free” is about freedom, not price. Our tours are fun and interactive — we focus on what interests everyone in the group, and we want you to feel like you’re walking with a friend. We practice freedom of speech: we tell you what living in San Diego is really like from our perspective, which may be different from what’s on the news. And we work on the pay-as-you-wish model — at the end of the tour, you pay your guide as much as you feel it was worth. This way everyone can join.

Whatever feels right for them — many guests give what they’d pay for a good tour anywhere. Your guide earns it fresh on every single walk.

There’s nothing to discount — you set the price yourself at the end.

About two hours at an easy, flat walking pace with plenty of stops and photo breaks — and yes, restroom breaks too.

Comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a light layer — San Diego’s marine breeze can surprise you even on sunny days.

Yes. The downtown route is flat and stroller-friendly, and we keep a pace everyone can enjoy. Tell your guide about any mobility needs and they’ll adapt.

Tours run rain or shine — this is San Diego, so it’s mostly shine. Dress for the forecast and we’ll walk.

Locals will tell you spring and fall: warm, clear, and less crowded. But honestly, there’s no bad month here — that’s rather the point of San Diego.

Pick your tour, choose a date on the calendar, and enter your details — it takes under a minute. A confirmation email arrives instantly with the meeting point and everything you need.

Check your spam folder first. If it’s not there, contact us and we’ll re-send it right away.

Yes, any time before the tour, no fees — it’s pay-as-you-wish, after all. A quick note so the guide isn’t waiting for you is always appreciated.

Yes — custom routes, times, and themes for groups, cruises, and companies. See our Private Tours page to request one.