Blossoms, Bridges, & Beautiful Mansions of Bankers Hill

3409 1st Avenue,San Diego CA 92103

27 May, 2021

Description

Stroll through the history & scenery of San Diego's charming Bankers Hill neighborhood on a walking tour with area expert Mark Jacobson. Spring is surely the most beautiful time of the year for this delightful neighborhood, which is known for its abundant flora (especially its colorful Jacaranda trees). Dive into the architects and architecture of some of Bankers Hill's most spectacular mansions featured on your tour, including the Long-Waterman House, the Britt-Scripps Manor, the Timken Mansion, and the Keating House. Marvel at magnificent views as you cross over scenic canyons via the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge and the Quince Street Pedestrian Bridge. Along the way, Mark will show you some of the neighborhood’s favorite dining spots, such as the legendary Hob Nob Hill as well as Extraordinary Desserts, San Diego's number one dessert cafe. You won't want to miss this chance to experience Bankers Hill during its most stunning season! 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 15 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 about 1.5 hours, potentially including some inclines and stairs. This walking tour is considered a high activity level and is unsuitable for persons with mobility restrictions. The total walking distance is about 2.5 miles one-way, making it 5 miles round-trip.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!”