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San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Tour

4.6(261)San Diego1 hour
VIATOR4.6(141)TRIPADVISOR4.6(120)

Description

Join Murder n’ Mayhem for a Historical True Crime Tour of the Gaslamp Quarter in downtown San Diego. You will walk through several eras in time as you explore interesting stories of true crime. You will also learn the darker history of the Gaslamp Quarter, the area formerly known as the Stingaree. You will visit a historic hotel where a ghost is said to STILL haunt his room. Then you will travel in time to the roaring 1920’s. Next you will move forward a little over 10 years to become familiar with the 3rd victim of a San Diego Serial Killer. And last, we will share the most horrific crime to take place in downtown San Diego. * Please note due to the graphic nature of the murder cases we advise extreme caution for children under 13. This tour includes discussion of assault, rape and murder, along with gruesome details that some may find offensive. Private tours available upon request.

Tour Options

San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Tour

Itinerary

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Entertaining story shared about the property.

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Murder in China Town.

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Murder in downtown San Diego.

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History of the Stingaree, now known as the Gaslamp Quarter.

Highlights

Guided Tour

What's included

Included
Guided Tour
Not included
Gratuities
Parking Fees

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(261)

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Tom_L
August 17, 2026
AMAZING!! love a good...

AMAZING!! love a good tour and Marlene did not disappoint. such an interesting town with a rich history

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Stacey_S
August 15, 2026
Marlene Coronado was so much fun!

Very informative and the guide made it fun and comical, loved her. My daughter and I would definitely recommend. Comfortable shoes a must, we walked over 5000 steps. Thanks you!

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Tonya_R
July 23, 2026
San Diego True Crime Tour

Marlene was an animated and engaging guide. Loved the San Diego history and true crimes she told us about. Some of which were new to my friend, the long-time San Diego resident. We had a great time.

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Gabe_E
July 12, 2026
Time well spent

It’s fun to learn new history about a city you think you know. Marlene was an excellent Guide. She was both knowledgeable and entertaining. The tour was a good mix of San Diego history and true crime. I highly recommend this for both tourists and locals.

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Bernadette_S
July 6, 2026
Quirky

I thought murders would be from earlier times. Listening to recent murders didn’t line up with the historical narrative.

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Alissa_S
July 3, 2026
Fun tour!

This was a very fun tour - informative and interesting without being boring or an overload on historical details. Marlene was a Great tour guide!

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Alicja_P
July 1, 2026
Disappointed

I was very disappointed with this tour. Our guide was 20 minutes late but that would be fine if the rest of the tour was ok. She was trying to be funny and it truly was inappropriate at times. For example when she was talking about the girl that was sexually assaulted and murdered. In addition Luna was loosing her train of thoughts and saying constantly; don't quote me on that etc. She mentioned she had ADHD and it sounded exactly like that :( I had very high hopes for this tour based on the other reviews. Extremely disappointed. Just bad luck with the wrong guide I quess.

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Robin_M
June 25, 2026
Marlene was great! She...

Marlene was great! She was engaging and made sure we were comfortable with the stories since we had an 11 year old. She is a great storyteller and had us captivated.

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647claym
June 24, 2026
Fun time!

Great time and fun info on a historic part of town with Marlene, our great tour guide!

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BethStanNJ
June 21, 2026
Historic And Modern crimes of violence- not expected

We thought this tour would be about historical buildings and events. Some of the tour was that, but we also listened to detailed descriptions of modern day murders of young women. My niece couldn’t listen.

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