Gaslamp Quarter Food and Drink Tour: Brothels, Bites & Booze

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2 hours 30 minutes
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1 - 9 guests
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English
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Explore San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter with our captivating tour. Discover the history, savor delicious bites, and enjoy refreshing drinks at four unique spots. Perfect for history and food lovers!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

The Brothels, Bites and Booze culinary tour of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter will take you back to a time of scandal and debauchery. Marvel at the antique architecture, learn about the early red light district, and sample flavors at 4 local establishments.

What You Get

Drink samples
Food tasting
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off

Good To Know

  • There is a minimum of 4 passengers to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed
  • Minimum age is 18 years

What You’ll Experience

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Gaslamp Quarter

Often called the Historic Heart of San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter is the main dining and entertainment district of the city. With more than 150 bars and restaurants and 94 registered historic buildings, this nightlife playground has a lot to see and do, as well as a fascinating past. The Brothels, Bites and Booze tour will introduce you to the beginnings of San Diego as a port town – learn why it became one of the more notorious red light districts of its time, and find out how this once-undesired neighborhood became a fun and vibrant nightlife destination for both locals and visitors. After meeting your guide, you’ll embark on a journey of scandalous tales, unique cocktails and local cuisine. On the tour, you’ll make new friends, hear interesting stories, sing karaoke and explore new tastes at local restaurants*.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

209 Fifth Ave, Fifth Avenue, San Diego County California, United States, US, 92101

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We meet guests under the Gaslamp Quarter Sign on the Hard Rock Hotel side of the street (209 5th Avenue)
End Point

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego County California, United States, US, 92101

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The tour will end at the last stop somewhere in the Gaslamp Quarter neighborhood.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Great tour!
June 21, 2025
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Our guide Magda gave us some interesting history of the Gaslamp district along with tasty food and drinks. Great tour and a fun experience! Highly recommended!

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Where are the Gaslamps? Ask Ben!
June 19, 2025
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Ben did a great job! He’s well-informed and connects well with his group. The variety of foods and beverages was interesting. You won’t leave hungry! Nice tour!

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History, food, fun
June 17, 2025
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Magda was our guide and did a great job with some good history, local facts about the area and highlighting the food we were tasting.

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Great tour guide, food was meh
June 15, 2025
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Loved our tour guide Blierta, and her tour was interesting with lots of local facts. First two food stops were great but the last was gross. Thankfully the ice cream at the end was good.

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Gas Lamp District Food Tour
June 15, 2025
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B was a great hosting in our walking tour. She walked us through GasLamp District highlighting some of the well known historical spots. Highly recommend this amazing experience.

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