San Diego Podcast Tour of the 1915 Dreamscape 95 min

Step into the theatrical world San Diego created for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. This self-guided San Diego podcast tour follows a 1.6 km route with eight stops, revealing how a struggling border town imagined itself as a Mediterranean-inspired cultural metropolis. Along the way, architectural historian Clara and local insider Sergio share the stories behind Bertram Goodhue’s Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece. Listen for details often missed on a casual stroll: hidden engineering, controversial exhibits, grassroots preservation battles, and the park’s lush botanical wonders. The podcast-style audio blends expert insight with local perspective, while precise in-app navigation guides you between stops. An interactive guide is also available for questions about the story and your surroundings. Allow about 95 minutes to explore at your own pace. San Diego’s 1915 Dreamscape is more than a collection of grand buildings; it is an ambitious illusion that grew into a defining part of the city. Start your San Diego podcast tour at Cabrillo Bridge and discover the history woven into the park’s landscape.