TripAdvisor Reviews

A great experience! This walking tour with Chas is a “must do” if you are visiting La Jolla (I hear locals love it as well)! Chas is a wealth of knowledge about the history of this wonderful place. You are taken on a walk through La Jolla and feel like you are with a friend. Chas explains so much and is patient with questions and comments. I am so glad my wonderful host told me to book this tour. A visit to La Jolla is not complete without this tour. Book today - don’t hesitate!

Tremendous time walking in La Jolla, learning about how it all began! My husband & I are both locals and we absolutely LOVED the Historic La Jolla Walking Tour. Over two hours & fifteen minutes we learned so much about our beloved town. Chas was a fantastic, charming guide & delivered an entertaining, fact filled tour. While walking through thru the village & along the stunning coastline teeming with wildlife, we heard countless poignant stories about the origin of La Jolla. This tour is perfect for both locals as well as out of towners. So inspiring. We will never forget it. Thanks Chas!

Engaging and Memorable Experience of La Jolla Chas was excellent! He has a deep knowledge of La Jolla’s history and was also very insightful about current trends, conservation efforts, and the local community. He’s a natural storyteller and presents the history of the region in a dynamic, engaging way that keeps you fully immersed. He does a wonderful job tailoring the experience to his audience, which made our private tour feel very personal and enjoyable.

A great afternoon in La Jolla This is a wonderful tour to learn about and enjoy La Jolla. Chas is a walking encyclopedia on the history of the town and makes it all fun and interesting- even with a binder of historical photos! Also good for learning sites and food recommendations. We will always remember this visit and the legacy of Ellen Scripps.

Fascinating Tour of LaJolla I have lived in San Diego since 1990 and have had the opportunity go on many fun tours. This tour of guided by Chas, was truly fascinating. Chas also was super knowledgeable about the history behind the tour as well.

La Jolla Tour Appreciation I really enjoyed my La Jolla tour with Chas! His explanations were clear, insightful, and filled with interesting historical references. It was an engaging and enjoyable way to learn about the area’s history and character—thank you, Chas, for such a wonderful tour.

Informative and beautiful tour A very worthwhile, informative and fun tour. Certainly learned a lot about the history of the area. Wonderful walking throughout town and seeing all of the beautiful sites.

All things LaJolla! Chas was great a great story teller and shared a wealth of information about La Jolla. He had old photos which added great detail, too. He’s a local- he walked to the tour meet up and we even ran into a few friends along the way. He could speak to current events in town and gave great restaurant advice too. All around a great 2+ hours spent walking and learning about La Jolla!

La Jolla Chas Dye was our tour guide. He was excellent. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot about La Jolla. Enjoyable experience.

Great Way to Explore La Jolla’s History I had an excellent experience on the Historic La Jolla Walking Tour. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and shared a lot of fascinating historical facts that made the tour both engaging and educational. The views throughout the walk were absolutely stunning La Jolla’s coastal scenery is truly something special.Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

Fun and Informative Tour! Well Worth It! Amazing tour. Chas is a spectacular guide. He is very knowledgeable and also fun! He also makes sure to check in with folks while walking around to gauge energy and if you have any questions. He really cares about La Jolla and that is obvious in the way he delivers his tour.

Loved LaJolla The tour guide was very informative about the town’s history. Lot’s of information about the buildings, the area and its founders. Loved the walk along the cove and all of the wildlife we saw.

Great walk, great experience! Chas. is a wonderful tour guide—knowledgeable, a wealth of information about the history of La Jolla. Highly recommend. Also we logged about 10K steps, so yay, us!

Pleasant Afternoon in La Jolla We loved, loved, loved this walking tour. Chaz was a phenomenal guide and we learned so much about La Jolla's history and had a lot of fun doing it. We highly recommend this tour and this guide. Thank you so much!

Chasing La Jolla History with Chas! Chas is amazing and engaging! I have been to La Jolla many times and never knew about its rich history. We learned how this community was shaped by women of the past who laid a foundation that sustains it today. The story of the Scripps Family and their legacy seeding the growth of many philanthropic projects. All my senses were engaged as Chas told the story, walked us along the path of history to see and touch the buildings, and smell and taste the sea. He shared pictures of the buildings as originally built in contrast to today. The current planning for the seal and bird populations was also shared -so interesting. If you want to spend an insightful afternoon book this trip!

Great Stories, Gorgeous Views, and a Guide Who Knows Everyone We had such a great time on our walking tour of La Jolla with Chaz! He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many fun and interesting stories about the area. You could tell he’s a local legend — it felt like everyone we passed knew him! The tour was the perfect mix of history, humor, and beautiful sights. I highly recommend taking this tour if you want to experience La Jolla through the eyes of someone who truly loves and knows the community.

Phenomenal Walking Tour with Chas in La Jolla! If you’re visiting La Jolla, do yourself a favor and book a walking tour with Chas! His deep knowledge of the area’s history, culture, and hidden gems made the experience unforgettable. Chas has a natural gift for storytelling — blending fascinating facts with entertaining anecdotes that kept us engaged from start to finish.Not only did he take us to iconic landmarks, but he also introduced us to lesser-known spots that felt like local secrets. His passion for La Jolla was contagious, and he made sure everyone in our group felt included and involved.Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime local, Chas’s tour is a must. Highly recommend!

Hoof in’ LaJolla. Wonderful, comprehensive tour of LaJolla. Our guide, Chas, is so enthusiastic about his “village”. What an ambassador!!