San Diego Audio Tour: Chronicles of the Gaslamp's Hidden Gems
A salmon-pink corner shimmers under palm shadows as whispers of cigar smoke and laughter from a century ago drift along San Diego’s busy streets. This is not the city most visitors see. Take a self-guided audio tour that peels back downtown’s vibrant layers, revealing secrets hidden in bold hotels, grand granite banks, and storied brick facades. Who survived the inferno that reduced Horton’s Hall to ashes? What scandal turned a glittering oyster bar into a hub for outlaws and legends? Why did teachers sharpen their pencils inside the same walls where surf icons were later born? Follow twisting alleyways and sunlit avenues as you uncover forgotten rebellions, notorious capers, and waves of reinvention that still shape San Diego’s soul. Rediscover the city with every step—each building holding suspense behind its windowpanes. Listen in now and let San Diego reveal what it truly remembers beneath its vivid corners.
About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten1.4 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Paris Hotel (San Diego)
Stops on this tour
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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