Spanish Village Art Center
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Free admission
San Diego’s largest artist community, the Spanish Village Art Center, is located inside bustling Balboa Park. Originally built in 1935 for an exposition to depict a real Spanish village, travelers can’t resist the center’s charm. Meander across the eclectic, multi-colored tiles of the village courtyard and watch the artists at work. Art collectors will love browsing pieces created by more than 200 different craftspeople. In addition to studio viewing, visitors can chat with the artists, sign up for art classes or attend special events like live art demonstrations.
11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily
1770 Village Pl, San Diego, CA, USA, 92101
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Platinum Balboa Park and Downtown Segway Tour
Explore downtown San Diego and Balboa Park on a 2.5-hour Segway tour. Follow your guide to historic sites like the Hall of Justice and Pantoja Park, then make your way through Little Italy and the expansive grounds of Balboa Park. In the park you glide past destinations including Founder’s Plaza, the San Diego Museum of Natural History, and the Inez Parker Memorial Rose Garden. Your guide provides commentary on San Diego's history and landmarks throughout the tour. Includes guide, use of equipment, and Segway orientation—no prior experience necessary.
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$49.00
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
San Diego Gaslamp Segway Tour
Explore San Diego by Segway on this comprehensive tour. Led by a local guide, learn about the city’s major landmarks and history while passing top attractions like Balboa Park, the USS 'San Diego' Memorial, Petco Park and the historic Gaslamp Quarter. Snacks and beverages are included along the way, as well as a brief safety session to ensure that you feel completely comfortable hitting the streets on your Segway.
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
The San Diego Highlights Tour
Experience San Diego’s scenic highlights and historic landmarks on a full-day tour of the 'America's finest city'. Listen to the legends behind San Diego's most important sites as you skirt the bay to Coronado Island, explore the Embarcadero then follow lush roads into Balboa Park’s elegant gardens and museums. Pause to find lunch in a Gaslamp Quarter restaurant, take in La Jolla’s world-class shopping district and sweeping coastline and finish your day in the heart of downtown San Diego.
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Face masks provided for travelers
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
San Diego Small Group Tour: Best of Balboa Park Tour with Coffee
Follow a guide who knows the quickest and most convenient ways around Balboa Park to see its main highlights on this walking tour. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group tour, ensuring you spend an intimate day with a small group of like-minded explorers. From Alcazar Garden to Plaza de Panama, there’s more than enough to fill your time.
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$45.47
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Private Balboa Park Segway Tour
Take a tour of San Diego's most-popular park during this Segway exploration of Balboa Park. Follow your friendly local guide to all of the hot spots and learn why locals love the laid back vibe of this coastal destination.
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Ultimate Private San Diego Sightseeing Tour
Take the guesswork out of your sightseeing in San Diego and book a half-day private tour with an ultimate itinerary. Leave the driving to a personal guide who accompanies you by luxury car or SUV to the city’s major attractions. Stroll the landscaped gardens of Balboa Park, explore the historic Gaslamp Quarter, drive across the bridge to visit Coronado Island or discover the cliffside enclave of La Jolla. On this tour, set your own pace at the sights that interest you most!
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
San Diego Balboa Park Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Learn about San Diego while joining your friends or family for a scavenger hunt on this 2.5-hour self-guided game in Balboa Park. Combine the fun of the Amazing Race with the information of a 3-hour walking tour as your team uses your own smart phones to play the scavenger hunt. Solve the clues and complete challenges as you make your way among well-known and hidden parts of Balboa Park during the scavenger hunt—an ideal choice for families, friends, or work colleagues visiting San Diego.
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Price varies by group size
The Private Balboa Park Tour
Ride in a luxury vehicle to Balboa Park for a private tour of this National Historic Landmark District of San Diego. Explore the 1,200-acre (485-hectare) cultural icon with your own personal guide and customize your 2-hour itinerary with your choice of sights, including complimentary admission to the Spanish Village Art Center; Botanical Garden, Rose Garden and Cactus Garden; and Timken Art Museum. Pass by numerous museums and hear informative commentary about the park’s history and architecture. Bottled water and snacks are provided.
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
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Face masks provided for travelers
FAQ’s
What are Spanish Village Art Center hours of operation?
Spanish Village Art Center hours of operation: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Should I book Spanish Village Art Center tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Spanish Village Art Center can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 8 Spanish Village Art Center tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Spanish Village Art Center 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Spanish Village Art Center costs USD 21.34. Guided Spanish Village Art Center tours start around USD 21.34 per person. See all 8 Spanish Village Art Center tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Spanish Village Art Center?
The best ways to experience Spanish Village Art Center are:
- Platinum Balboa Park and Downtown Segway Tour
- San Diego Gaslamp Segway Tour
- The San Diego Highlights Tour
- San Diego Small Group Tour: Best of Balboa Park Tour with Coffee
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