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5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
About this tour
Experience the campus of UCSD (University of California, San Diego), home to world-class architecture, thought-provoking art, and a rich academic history, on this self-guided audio tour. Explore the campus through the eyes of a local and former UCSD staffer, and hear about popular college traditions and iconic landmarks. Discover the unique spirit of a university that’s ranked among the world’s top research institutions. You’ll pass several notable buildings including the Cognitive Science Building, the Mandeville Auditorium, and the Tata Hall for Sciences. Along the way, you’ll hear about the various colleges, student organizations and some of the resources and services that are available to new and prospective students, like the Student Health Services. Even if you’re a local or have visited before, this 45-minute UCSD tour reveals hidden gems and intriguing backstories that you’re unlikely to have heard. Dive into the Triton spirit and explore all it has to offer!
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: This tour of the UCSD campus begins here at the tall flagpole in front of the student services center in UCSD's Town Square. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
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Itinerary
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- 1
This quirky art installation features a small house perched precariously atop Jacobs Hall, creating a surreal and disorienting experience that's both intriguing and visually stunning. Thank you, Stuart Collection for this whimsical addition!(pass by)
- 2
A winding, 560-foot-long pathway designed to resemble a serpent, leading up to Geisel Library. As part of the Stuart Collection, it offers a whimsical journey through a symbolic Garden of Eden.(pass by)
- 3
The bustling heart of student life at UCSD, Price Center offers a variety of dining options, shops, and entertainment venues, making it a run and vibrant place to hang out!(pass by)
- 4
A central thoroughfare lined with student organizations and event booths, Library Walk is the perfect spot to soak in the campus atmosphere and engage with the lively campus community.(pass by)
- 5
This colorful, bird-like sculpture by Niki de Saint Phalle is a beloved Stuart Collection campus icon, often dressed up by students and celebrated during the annual Sun God Festival.(pass by)
- 6
Named after Dr. Seuss, this futuristic building is an architectural marvel and the intellectual hub of UC San Diego, offering national. From an aerial view, the library's exceptional shape resembles an open book, with its concrete piers and glass enclosures creating a striking visual effect.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transport
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- La Jolla, California
- Meeting point
- This tour of the UCSD campus begins here at the tall flagpole in front of the student services center in UCSD's Town Square. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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