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A Local’s Guide to La Jolla’s Sights: A Self-Guided Urban Stroll

4.5(19)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 19 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
Seals and sea lions at the La Jolla Children’s Pool

About this activity

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.

What's included

  • ✓VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Transportation
  • ✕Food and drink
  • ✕Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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