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San José del Cabo Historical and Cultural Walking Tour
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San José del Cabo Historical and Cultural Walking Tour

by Cabo City Tours

1 hour
San Jose del Cabo
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$81$90Save 10%
2 adults × $40.50
All taxes and fees included

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2 adults × $40.50
All taxes and fees included

Overview

The San José del Cabo Historical and Cultural Walking Tour lasts about one and a half hours and covers approximately one mile on mostly flat terrain suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. The tour begins at Free Tour Cabo & Other Tours on Álvaro Obregón Street in the Art District downtown, where participants meet for 15 minutes. The guide then leads a 10-minute stop at San José's Estuary and Bird Sanctuary, viewing the estuary from the outside. Next, the group spends 20 minutes outside the Misión San José del Cabo church, learning about its history without entering the building. The tour continues with a 15-minute visit to Plaza Mijares to see the Obelisk of Mijares, followed by a 30-minute exploration of sculptures representing some of the town's most iconic figures. Throughout the walk, the guide provides information about the peninsula's geology, native lifestyles, colonization, local legends, and cultural highlights. The tour is part A of a two-part series, with part B covering additional historical and cultural sites such as the main square battle, hotels, and local celebrities on a separate day. Group size is limited to 20 participants, with a minimum of two required to run the tour. The guide speaks English, and Spanish tours are available on request. Included are a professional local guide and local taxes. Drinks, gratuities, transportation to and from the tour, and mosquito repellent are not included. The tour operates in all weather conditions, and casual dress is recommended.

Highlights

Walking tour lasting about 1.5 hours
Covers history, culture, and local legends
Starts on Álvaro Obregón Street in Art District
Includes San José del Cabo mission church exterior
Tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible
Group size limited to 20 participants

What's included

Tour conducted in English; Spanish tours available on request
Local guide
Professional guide
Local taxes

What's not included

Drinks
Gratuities
Transportation to and from attractions
Mosquito repellent

Itinerary

1

Free Tour Cabo & Other Tours

This is the meeting point for the tour where participants gather before starting.

15 min

2

San Jose's Estuary and Bird Sanctuary

The group stops at the estuary's beginning but does not enter the sanctuary.

10 min

3

Mision San Jose del Cabo

The tour visits the mission church exterior; entering the church is not part of the tour.

20 min

4

Plaza Mijares

Participants see the Obelisk of Mijares located in the plaza.

15 min

5

Plaza Mijares

The tour continues around the plaza to view sculptures of notable local figures.

30 min

Meeting point

We advise to use google maps app. you can type in "Cabo City Tours", its just 1 block away from the main square. Look for a small courtyard and coffee shop next to Corsica Gallery. There is a 1 foot diameter wooden sign hanging on the sidewalk that says "CaboCityTours.com".

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Suitable for all fitness levels
The dress code is casual clothing
The tour runs in all weather, so appropriate clothing is advised
Total
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