Traverse San Diego's Seven Bridges: Quince St. to Georgia St. (In-Person)

222 Quince Street,San Diego CA 92103

21 March, 2021

Description

Experience the beauty of San Diego and discover city history on this captivating trek over the last four of the city's bridges. Take a walk over some of San Diego's stunning canyons and through gorgeous neighborhoods as Mark guides you on a journey through the second half of the Seven Bridges Hike. Begin at the Quince Street Bridge, a 236-foot-long wooden-trestle wonder crossing 60 feet above Maple Canyon. After taking in the captivating landscape, continue onward to the iconic Spruce Street Suspension Bridge, a popular photography location that has crossed Kate Sessions Canyon since 1912. Meander by magnificent Victorian homes in beautiful Bankers Hill en route to Hillcrest's commercial district, where Mark will point out popular restaurants and shops and highlight some of his favorites. After passing through Hillcrest, reach the Vermont Street Bridge, which was built in 1995 to replace a wooden-trestle bridge dating back to 1916. Take your time crossing the bridge and read inspiring quotes inscribed on the bridge's railings. Over this bridge, make your way to Georgia Street, where you'll find the seventh and final bridge. This historic concrete structure connects Hillcrest and North Park, two of San Diego's most beloved neighborhoods. It was built over 100 years ago and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. Don't wait; book now to witness the city's delightful scenery and compelling history! (Please note: This is the last four bridges of the seven-bridge hike. Click here for the first installment of this tour, which features bridges one through four.) Please Note: Participants are required to adhere to established health guidelines throughout the tour, including face coverings and physical distancing.This tour is limited to a maximum of 10 people.Each participant is provided with a sterilized personal listening device, which allows for physical distancing without diminishing the tour guide's narration.Participants should bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable walking shoes.Participants must be able to stand and walk at a brisk pace for up to 90 minutes, including some stairs. This walking tour is considered a high activity level and is unsuitable for persons with mobility restrictions. It is a 2.5-mile walk one-way, making it 5 miles roundtrip.Minimum of four participants required to operate tour. This tour is presented by Tour Guide Mark Jacobson About Mark: Mark loves to travel and credits his parents with establishing his “wanderlust” at a very young age. “I was taught to appreciate scenery, history and culture during our many family vacations, and for that, I’m thankful.” After receiving a degree in Business Administration, Mark attended travel school in Minneapolis and started working for a local tour company at the age of 23. Since then, he’s had the good fortune to escort many tours throughout the United States, Canada and abroad during 25+ years in the travel industry. “In addition to tour guiding, I’ve worked in reservations, group sales, office management, and as a travel show presenter for various tour companies. I’m well-rounded in terms of experience in the travel industry, which translates nicely into my tour guiding skills.” Mark also loves to cook. He was surrounded by home-cooked food and fresh garden vegetables growing up on his family farm in North Dakota. Here he learned about cooking from his mother who owned and managed several successful local restaurants. “I was always in the kitchen with my Mom, and worked side by side with her at various restaurants. I was learning to cook at a very young age, without even realizing it.” Later in life, Mark rediscovered his passion for food. In 2007 he enrolled in culinary school. “I wanted to combine my love for food with my love for travel.” After graduating culinary school, Mark continues to work both in the travel industry as a tour guide specializing in food-focused tours, and also as a personal chef. “I work hard to exceed my clients expectations. People remember the information you give them as a tour guide, but most of all, they remember how you made them feel. I want everyone to end their tour with a big smile on their face!”