Nestled alongside the Pacific Ocean in La Jolla, UCSD (the University of California, San Diego) is home to world-class architecture, thought-provoking art, and a rich academic history. On this walking tour, you’ll experience the campus through the eyes of a local and former UCSD staffer, and hear about popular college traditions and iconic landmarks. Starting on UCSD’s Town Square, you’ll weave between the university’s buildings, learning about its contributions to oceanography, neuroscience, engineering, and more. You’ll see where groundbreaking research meets artistic innovation, and discover the unique spirit of a university that’s ranked among the world’s top research institutions. On your way to the Geisel Library where our tour ends, you’ll pass several notable buildings including the Cognitive Science Building, the Mandeville Auditorium, and the Tata Hall for Sciences. Along the way, you’ll hear about the various colleges, student organizations and activities. I’ll also point out some of the resources and services that are available to new and prospective students, like the Student Health Services. On this 45-minute tour, you’ll: • Discover the whimsical Stuart Collection’s unexpected art installations, including the gravity-defying *Fallen Star* atop the Irwin Jacobs Engineering building • Marvel at the Snake Path, a dynamic walkway symbolizing the journey from innocence to knowledge • Snap a selfie with the colorful and winged unofficial campus mascot, the Sun God statue • Hear about the sci-fi-inspired crown jewel of UCSD • Admire the Chicano Legacy Mural, a 17-foot-tall masterpiece that celebrates the university’s diverse heritage • Take in the Triton Fountain, a popular meeting spot and hear about the campus mascot • Visit the vibrant Price Center, a hub of student life that offers dining and study space Even if you’re a local or have visited before, this 45-minute UCSD tour reveals hidden gems and intriguing backstories that you’re unlikely to have heard. Dive into the Triton spirit and explore all it has to offer!