Free self-guided walk · San Diego

Gaslamp to the Embarcadero

A free self-guided walk in San Diego, from the Gaslamp Quarter to Seaport Village and along the Embarcadero to the USS Midway.

Distance
3.8 km
Walking time
50 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of San Diego on foot.

Carry on to the Maritime Museum.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Daytime.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Gaslamp Quarter

    Start at the arch.

  2. Horton Plaza Park

    A park.

  3. Seaport Village

    Waterfront shops.

  4. Tuna Harbor

    The harbour.

  5. USS Midway Museum

    Finish at the carrier.

Tips

  • The Midway charges entry.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Harbour cruises leave nearby.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.