Photo-guided walking directions

Walking Directions in San Diego

San Diego's Old Town is where the city began - adobe buildings, wooden sidewalks and paths that wind between restored historic houses. The Gaslamp Quarter is the opposite: a dense grid of brick streets and neon signs that all look alike after dark. imhere photographs each landmark so you find your hotel, your taco stand and your way back to the trolley.

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How to navigate San Diego old town

Start from the Old Town trolley station or, in Gaslamp, from the Horton Plaza end of 5th Avenue. Follow the photos past the adobe walls, the historic markers and the neon signs. In the Gaslamp, the bar signs in the photo confirm the block you are on.

From the airport to San Diego

From SAN: a taxi or Uber to Old Town (~10 min), or the 992 bus to downtown and the trolley to Old Town. Save an imhere route from the trolley stop for the final walk through the historic lanes to your hotel.
San Diego hotel directions

Frequently asked questions

How does imhere work?
Every route is a series of step-by-step photos with short directions. Open the route at your pickup point, then follow each photo.
Do I need GPS in San Diego's Old Town?
No. The winding historic paths and the identical Gaslamp blocks confuse GPS; photos of landmarks and signs guide you.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Routes work offline once opened - handy when you are exploring on foot all day.
Is imhere free?
Viewing routes is free. Creating and sharing your own routes uses a small number of points, earned by registering and viewing routes.
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Guests get lost at your door? Create a photo route from the station or landmark straight to your shop - and share the link in your booking messages, bio, or a QR code by the door.

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