Visitors Center

Hours

9:30am – 4:30pm Daily
with the exception of major holidays

Address

House of Hospitality
1549 El Prado Ste. 1
San Diego, CA 92101

Contact

visitor@balboapark.org
(619) 239-0512 x8

Get a head start!

Buy your pass in advance.

Enhancing The Park Experience

Plan Your Visit

The best way to begin your park adventure is to visit the Balboa Park Visitors Center, a program of Forever Balboa Park. Learn what’s open, what’s free, and what you just can’t miss at Balboa Park.

Maps and Brochures
Resident’s Free Days in Balboa Park
Locally Sourced Gifts and Souvenirs
Public and Private Customized Tours
Lost and Found
Wheelchair/scooter Rental
Snacks, Drinks, Sunscreen, and More

Balboa Park Tours

Public Tours

Public tours, led by expert volunteers, are available on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 AM. Public horticultural tours are available every 1st Saturday of the month, and the Women’s History Tour is available every 3rd Saturday of the month. Both tours start at 10 AM.

All tours meet at the Balboa Park Visitors Center unless otherwise specified.

Custom Park Tours

Fill out a Custom Tour Inquiry Form here or email tours@balboapark.org for more information.

I took a park tour with Jordan and he did an awesome job as the guide. Now I most certainly love Balboa Park! Thanks to him and all that make the park so great.
Wendy Rocchetta

Schedule A Custom Tour