San Diego Liberty Station: From Barracks to Brews Small Group Tour

2816 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

Duration

2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

If you want an inside look into San Diego’s military scene, this small-group tour is for you. Learn about the former Naval Training Center and what a sailor’s life is like, and pay your respects to 52 submarines lost during World War II. You also visit the former Command Center and detention camp as well as the former Camp John Paul Jones. After a day full of learning, be rewarded with a certificate of completion and a beer.

Tour Liberty Station and several more stops on this nearly two hour tour
Enjoy an included beer at the end of the tour
Be prepared to have some fun while learning about history at the same time
A small group means more attention from your guide

What To Expect

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Known as the Cradle of the Navy, this former Naval Training Center is now one of San Diego’s most vibrant mulit-use neighborhoods.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

We’ll spend most of our time in the ARTS DISTRICT as we explore the naval past of this former training center, and discover the many artistic and cultural resources that are here now.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Named after the first enlisted man killed during World War I and posthumously given the Medal of Honor, this park houses the original flag pole and was the site of the first detention camp on base.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

These memorial stones and trees pay tribute to the 52 submarines lost during World War II. We’ll take a moment to remember those lost at this memorial, located on the former Preble Field.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

We’ll take a quick look at some murals here and how the space was transformed from a commissary to San Diego’s original modern-day food hall.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Let us know in advance if you would like an audio system.
Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Included/Excluded

Professional and Fun Tour Guide
We'll end our tour with a sample of beer or equivalent

Guide Gratuity

Durations

2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

2816 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

from 49 $