Overview
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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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
App & Tour Download
Flexible Usage (unlimited access within 30-days)
Downloadable Content (pre-download tour to save data)
A Smartphone
Transportation
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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 point
The tour ends at the Julian pioneer museum, just around the corner from the starting point.
Good to know
Thanks for booking!
To get started, please follow the instructions below.
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: TPE3VX**
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”
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What to expect
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Bailey House
5 min
See the home of Drue Bailey, the founder of Julian, and hear a funny story about one of the pranks he pulled in town.
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Julian Cemetery
5 min
Climb the hill to get a bird's eye view of town and see the graves of some of Julian's earliest residents.
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Julian Pie Company
5 min
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.
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Julian Market & Deli
5 min
Stop in front of one of Julian historic mercantile buildings, known as the Jacoby building, as you hear about how this early resident made a living in Julian.
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Miner's Diner
5 min
See another historic building on Julian's Main Street, the first in the backcountry to be built of brick.
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Jack's Grocery
5 min
Hear the story of an Italian immigrant named Frank De Luca who moved to Julian and started a grocery store.
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Wilcox Building
5 min
See the wheelbarrow that Porter Perrin Wheaton used to survey 2328 miles of county roads in 1900.
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Julian Gold Rush Hotel
5 min
Check out the oldest continually-operating hotel in Southern California and hear about the ex-Missouri slave, Albert Robinson, and his wife Margaret, who started it!
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Julian Jail
5 min
See the small concrete jail house that replaced a smaller wooden jail that couldn't seem to prevent detainees from escaping.
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Witch Creek School
5 min
See an old schoolhouse that was relocated and restored by the Julian Historical Society.
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Julian Pioneer Museum
5 min
The Julian Pioneer Museum showcases artifacts and exhibits that portray the rich history of Julian and its early residents.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
Can I cancel Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1–2 hours.
Where does it start?
Use your favorite navigation app to make your way to the front of the Bailey House, at 2315 Main St, Julian, CA 92036.
What's included?
- App & Tour Download
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access within 30-days)
- Downloadable Content (pre-download tour to save data)
What's not included?
- A Smartphone
- Transportation
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bailey House, Julian Cemetery, Julian Pie Company, Julian Market & Deli, Miner's Diner, Jack's Grocery, Wilcox Building, Julian Gold Rush Hotel.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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