San Diego Little Italy Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover the heart and soul of San Diego’s Little Italy on this immersive self-guided audio tour. Stroll through vibrant piazzas, past historic landmarks, and into hidden corners as you uncover stories of immigrant families, World War II heroes, and the neighborhood’s rich fishing past. From the iconic Little Italy landmark sign to the charming 19th-century M Winehouse cottage, this hands-free experience brings history to life with GPS-triggered narration and local insights. From locals to first-time visitors, we're pretty sure you'll learn something new on this self-paced journey through Little Italy.

Meeting Point

1605 India St

1605 India St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Look for the Old Town Trolley signpost for Stop K, near the corner of India and Cedar.

What's included:

• Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
• App and Tour Download

Not included:

• Smartphone (bring your own)

What to expect:

Duration: between 45 minutes and 1 hour

Piazza della Famiglia

523 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Hear about one of the largest piazzas in Little Italy.

5 minutes

Little Italy

San Diego, 92101, California

Learn about the iconic sign Little Italy Landmark Sign that commemorates the historical neighborhood that was once the hub of the world’s tuna fishing and canning industry.

5 minutes

Piazza Basilone

W Fir St, San Diego, 92101, California

Learn about the Piazza Basilone and the “Boys that Never Came Home” which it honors.

5 minutes

Piazza Pescatore

802 W Fir St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Learn about Piazza Pescatore and the sculptor and mosaicist who created the statue.

5 minutes

M WINEHOUSE

1918 India St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Learn about the oldest house in Little Italy and it's story as it relates to the multi-story Q building which now surrounds it.

5 minutes

Amici Park

State Street, Little Italy, San Diego, California

Stop and learn about Amici Park and the historic Amici House in this neighborhood park that's popular with local residents.

5 minutes

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

1668 State St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Discover the inspiring story behind Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church—a community-built sanctuary that has stood as a spiritual beacon in Little Italy for nearly a century.

5 minutes

San Diego Firehouse Museum

1572 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Step inside San Diego’s original Fire Station No. 6 (optional) and explore a treasure trove of firefighting history, from 19th-century gear to a piece of the World Trade Center.

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Piazza Costanza

1440 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Hear about the legacy of trailblazing activist Midge Costanza at this vibrant new piazza—an inspiring tribute to courage, equality, and the enduring spirit of Little Italy.

5 minutes

Piazza Giannini

1536 India St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Honor the legacy of “America’s Banker” Amadeo Giannini at this charming piazza, where the story of banking innovation and Italian-American pride comes to life.

5 minutes