Discover UCSD: A Self-Guided Tour for Students, Parents and Staff

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!

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Location: La Jolla

What's 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

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is this tour suitable for young kids? My family is visiting and I want to bring my 8-year-old.

A: Yes, the tour is great for all ages! The audio content is engaging and offers some fun facts that kids would enjoy, plus the campus has a lot of open spaces and art to keep them interested. Just keep in mind to pace yourselves since it’s self-guided.

Q: How long does the tour actually take? I want to plan my day.

A: The tour is designed to take about 45 minutes, but since it's self-guided, you can take it at your own pace. If you stop to explore some of the buildings or take photos, it could take longer. Just keep that in mind when scheduling your day!

Q: What if it rains on the day we plan to do the tour? Can we reschedule?

A: Good news! Since the tour is self-guided and accessed through an app, you can do it anytime. If it rains, just reschedule for another day. The audio and maps are available offline too, so no worries about internet issues.

Discussions

Is the UCSD self-guided tour really worth it?

I’m thinking of getting this tour as a gift for my sister who’s applying to colleges. Is it as fun and informative as it sounds? I love that it’s self-paced and free, but would it actually give her a good feel of the campus? Any tips?

Just did the UCSD tour - here’s my experience!

We explored UCSD last weekend, and it was such a cool experience! The audio guide was super informative about the buildings and traditions. I recommend wearing comfy shoes since you’ll be walking around a lot. We even found some hidden spots that weren’t mentioned online. Definitely a fun way to spend an afternoon in La Jolla!