Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
Just over an hour from San Diego, Julian sits at an elevation of 4,226 feet and offers a charming mountain escape, with a rich gold rush history, delicious apple pies, and stunning scenery. Take a stroll down Julian's historic Main Street on this self-guided audio tour as the echoes of mining pioneers mingle with the sweet smell of apple pies. You'll get a bird's-eye view of town from atop the cemetery hill as you hear stories about the lives of some of Julian's early residents. You'll also discover how this once bustling mining town transitioned to the charming mountain escape that it is today.
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Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
What's included in Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
See the home of Drue Bailey, the founder of Julian, and hear a funny story about one of the pranks he pulled in town.
Climb the hill to get a bird's eye view of town and see the graves of some of Julian's earliest residents.
Hear about how Julian's early residents helped transform the town from a focus on mining to apple orchards. Stop in Julian Pie Company for a slice of apple pie or an apple cider donut.
Inclusions
- App & Tour Download
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access within 30-days)
- Downloadable Content (pre-download tour to save data)
- A Smartphone
- Transportation
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Use your favorite navigation app to make your way to the front of the Bailey House, at 2315 Main St, Julian, CA 92036. Once there, open the Drives & Detours app to begin.
End Points
- The tour ends at the Julian pioneer museum, just around the corner from the starting point.
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Ticket Redemption
IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ To access your tour, you’ll need the Drives & Detours app. Follow the steps below to get set up in advance. BEFORE YOU GO: 1) Download the Drives & Detours mobile app: iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drives-detours/id6443681888 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app6506 2) Open app, tap "Walking Tours", then tap "Pies & Pickaxes" 3) Enter Access Code (on iPhone tap "Login to Download" then "Login") ** YOUR ACCESS CODE: JTV506 ** 4) Tap "Download Tour" STARTING THE TOUR: 1) Go to starting point: 2315 Main St, Julian, CA 92036 2) Open the Drives & Detours app 3) Tap "Walking Tours", then tap "Pies & Pickaxes" 4) Tap “Start Tour” -------------------- You can use your tour any day/time within the next 180 days, no need to reschedule if your plans change. If you have any questions, please TEXT us at 619.324.9920 We hope you enjoy the tour!
