San Diego Donut Tour FAQ

Set among the piazzas and sidewalk cafes of Little Italy, our San Diego Donut Tour is a walking food tour that goes from devil to angel in four sweet stops, with stories of the Italian fishing families who built the neighborhood. We also offer a December holiday tour and an Old Town haunted history tour.

Our San Diego & Little Italy Donut & Walking Tour explores the charming streets of Little Italy with four sweet stops: Devil's Dozen, Frost Me, Nonna and Donut Bar. Along the way you'll hear the stories behind each shop and the neighborhood, with plenty of tips on where to eat and explore after your tour.

Every stop has its fans, and every tour brings out new favorites. Guests love the beautiful donuts at Devil's Dozen, the morning bun and pastries at Frost Me, the Nutella treats and cannoli at Nonna, and the grilled cheese and bacon donut at Donut Bar. Our partners also love seasonal specials, from holiday treats in winter to festive donuts for St. Patrick's Day and Easter.

See our guide, Best Donut Shops in San Diego, for local shops worth a visit beyond the tour. Some of Little Italy's most-loved bakeries are on our tour, including Devil's Dozen, Frost Me for morning buns, Nonna for Nutella treats and cannoli, and Donut Bar, home of the grilled cheese and bacon donut. Lineup may vary by day and season.

Your guide hand-picks a lineup that shows off the best of each shop, so you get to try flavors you might not have ordered on your own. Traveling with picky eaters or little ones? Your guide is happy to help pick options everyone will enjoy.

Plenty! You'll enjoy a wide variety of donuts and pastries across four stops. Many guests take extras home to enjoy later.

The tour starts at Devil's Dozen and ends at Donut Bar, right in Little Italy, a great spot to keep exploring after your tour. Fun fact: Donut Bar's logo is a donut with angel wings, so you start with the devil and finish with an angel.

Our walk stays in Little Italy, just north of downtown, starting at Devil's Dozen and following India Street and Kettner Boulevard past outdoor dining terraces, small plazas and murals before ending at Donut Bar.

Most Underground Donut Tours in San Diego last approximately two hours.

Bring water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes. On warm days, you're welcome to take some of your treats to go and enjoy them later.

Yes. San Diego weather is usually beautiful, but on the occasional rainy day we recommend bringing an umbrella. If the forecast looks severe, we'll reach out to you.

Yes! During the holiday season, our holiday tour adds a festive twist, with seasonal holiday treats from our partners. Check our website for dates and times.

Yes! Our San Diego Haunted History & Delicious Sweet Treats Tour pairs sweet treats with some of the city's spookier stories. Check our website for dates and times.

Please let us know about any dietary needs when you book. This route has limited gluten-free availability, and vegan options are limited too, so we'll let you know what's available and work with you on the best plan.

Please tell us about any allergies when you book. Your guide will check in with you before the tour and work with our partners to find options that fit your needs. Since our partners prepare their treats in shared kitchens, we can't guarantee against cross-contact.

Absolutely. Families join us all the time, and kids love the sweets and the colorful streets of Little Italy.

The tour is a walk through Little Italy's sidewalks. We've welcomed guests using wheelchairs, and our guides are happy to adjust the pace for your group. Please contact us with any questions before you book.

Definitely! Local guests enjoy discovering new shops and swapping recommendations with their guide. It's also a great way to show visiting friends and family around Little Italy.

Yes! Little Italy is close to the cruise terminal, and we often welcome guests spending a day in port. Just be sure to leave plenty of time to get back to your ship.

Donut lovers from all over join us in San Diego, from across the US to Scotland, Germany, Sweden, Austria, Switzerland and South Korea, along with plenty of locals. Many guests have taken our tours in other cities and add San Diego to their list.

Yes! Birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, bridal parties and graduations are some of our favorite tours to lead. Let us know you're celebrating when you book.

Yes. We host private tours for families, friends and larger groups. Contact us to plan yours.