Points of Interest
- Old Town
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Aqui es Texcoco
Texcoco is a region in Mexico considered to be the birthplace of lamb barbecue (barbacoa) in this country. Aqui es Texcoco brings Mexican-style lamb barbecue to the U.S. while respecting and maintaining its authentic flavors, recipes and traditions. Enjoy barbacoa for lunch in addition to a sampling of the unique "pulque," a beverage made from the fermented sap of the agave plant.
¡Salud!
Located in the historic Barrio Logan neighborhood that embraces Mexican-American culture, this Chicano eatery offers award-winning tacos and Mexican street food. Sample a taco for yourself before driving past the vivid folk murals that adorn the concrete support piers.
Por Vida
Your culinary journey ends at this vibrant coffee shop, which serves up everything from Italian-style espresso to Mexican mocha and "agua frescas," fresh fruit juices.
What you see along the way:
Historic Old Town district and the Chicano murals that adorn the concrete support piers of Barrio Logan.
Tasting/Lunch:
Stops on this gastronomy tour were hand-selected by Bill Esparza, a James Beard award winner and leading expert on Latin American cuisine. At each venue, you'll be treated to the specialty of the house rich in both flavors and cultural significance.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart cruise ship terminal
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 52
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
Arrive Cabrillo National Monument
- Time at site:
- 00:30
Depart Cabrillo National Monument
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 52
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
Arrive ¡Salud! for tacos
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
Transfer to Por Vida for coffee
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Time at site:
- 00:15
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
Arrive Barrio Logan for viewing of murals
- Time at site:
- 00:30
Depart Barrio Logan
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 52
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
Arrive Aqui es Texcoco for barbacoa
- Time at site:
- 01:00
Depart Aqui es Texcoco
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 52
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
Arrive Old Town San Diego
- Time at site:
- 00:45
Depart Old Town to Cruise Terminal
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 52
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes