San Diego County Administration Center, San Diego
Nicknamed the "Jewel on the Bay" due to its notable Art Deco/Beaux-Arts architecture (with hints of Mission/Spanish Revival) as well as its location fronting San Diego's Bay, this multi-story, tower-topped structure used innovative construction techniques to guard against earthquakes. Considered to be "a prototype of American civic center architecture", the Depression-era building (circa 1938) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Out in front, there is a beautiful fountain sculpture called "Guardian of Water", depicting a woman holding a jug of water, that symbolizes San Diego's role in being a responsible custodian of its resources. Installed in 1939, it was carved from a single, 22-ton, slab of granite. Quite spectacular.
In 2014, the 12-acre (4.9 hectares) Waterfront Park opened on both sides of the building, making for an urban delight. More than a decade in the making, it contains open grassy areas, gardens planted with drought-tolerant flowers on the north side, and picnic areas, a playground with colorful swings and slides, plus interactive water fountains for little children to frolic in 鈥� on the south side.
Out in front, there is a beautiful fountain sculpture called "Guardian of Water", depicting a woman holding a jug of water, that symbolizes San Diego's role in being a responsible custodian of its resources. Installed in 1939, it was carved from a single, 22-ton, slab of granite. Quite spectacular.
In 2014, the 12-acre (4.9 hectares) Waterfront Park opened on both sides of the building, making for an urban delight. More than a decade in the making, it contains open grassy areas, gardens planted with drought-tolerant flowers on the north side, and picnic areas, a playground with colorful swings and slides, plus interactive water fountains for little children to frolic in 鈥� on the south side.
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Sight Name: San Diego County Administration Center
Sight Location: San Diego, USA (See walking tours in San Diego)
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Walking Tours in San Diego, California
Create Your Own Walk in San Diego
Creating your own self-guided walk in San Diego is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Balboa Park Walking Tour
Named after the Spanish explorer Vasco N煤帽ez de Balboa, Balboa Park is one of the largest cultural parks in the United States. A renowned cultural and recreational hub, it offers a plethora of attractions and activities for visitors of all ages.
One of the prominent landmarks within the park is the California Building and Tower, which boasts stunning Spanish-Colonial Revival architecture.... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
One of the prominent landmarks within the park is the California Building and Tower, which boasts stunning Spanish-Colonial Revival architecture.... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Historic Gaslamp District Walking Tour
The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively 16陆-block neighborhood in downtown San Diego, known for its nightlife, diverse entertainment and, just as importantly, historical appeal.
Back in the 1860s, the area was known as New Town, in contrast to Old Town, the original Spanish colonial settlement. After a period of decay, the neighborhood underwent redevelopment during the 1980s and 1990s, and was... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
Back in the 1860s, the area was known as New Town, in contrast to Old Town, the original Spanish colonial settlement. After a period of decay, the neighborhood underwent redevelopment during the 1980s and 1990s, and was... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
Old Town Walking Tour
Old Town is the oldest settled area in San Diego which claims to be the first site visited by Europeans on the West Coast of modern United States.
The Native American culture in the area, however, goes back thousands of years. Historically, this land had been a home to the Kumeyaay people who settled on the banks of the San Diego river since around 1000 AD. The first European explorer to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.2 Km or 0.7 Miles
The Native American culture in the area, however, goes back thousands of years. Historically, this land had been a home to the Kumeyaay people who settled on the banks of the San Diego river since around 1000 AD. The first European explorer to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.2 Km or 0.7 Miles
Embarcadero Marina Walking Tour
Adjacent to downtown San Diego and the picturesque San Diego Bay is a vibrant waterfront area. Embarcadero Marina, a testament to the region's colorful maritime heritage, houses several outstanding ship museums and is home to other notable sites. The abundance of shopping and dining options, complete with the pristine views of the city skyline, delight numerous locals and tourists and make... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
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