The Hotel del Coronado
This legendary landmark graces 26 beautiful oceanfront acres on Coronado Island. Built in 1888, this extravagant seaside vacation resort has hosted many dignataries and celebrities over the years. Today it is still one of the most popular locations for hosting special events or private romantic getaways.

Catamaran Resort Hotel - Mission Bay
The Catamaran Resort Hotel offers casual elegance in a tropical paradise with acres of lush foliage and sun-drenched beaches. Mission Bay, the world's largest aquatic park, is at your doorstep and the enticing waves of the Pacific Ocean are just 100 yards away. The Catamaran Tower commands a view from the shores of La Jolla to Old Mexico and over Mission Bay to Point Loma and the spectacular San Diego skyline. Sea World, the world famous San Diego Zoo and San Diego International Airport are just minutes away.

Shelter Island Palms Resort - Best Western
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Beautiful waterfront hotel and marina resort overlooks scenic San Diego Bay. This excellent vacation getaway is close to many area attractions and recreational activities.

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
San Diego Avenue at Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA, 92110; 619-220-5422; State Park Website;
Open: Daily 10AM-5PM / All buildings closed Dec 25 and Thanksgiving;
Free Admission; Tour Brochure ($2) at Seeley Stables;
Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce - directory to over 150 restaurants, shops, and historical sites in Old Town, the Birthplace of California.
San Diego History Association - Profiles on many local historic sites in Old Town.
Save Our Heritage Organization - Saving San Diego's past for future generations.

This park covers a six block area (bounded by Wallace, Juan, Twiggs and Congress sts) re-creating the founding of the first European settlement in California. Several of San Diego's original buildings are located here. Presidio Park (located closeby) is the site of California's first mission and military fortress (1769).

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872. Five original adobes are part of the complex, which includes shops, restaurants and a museum. La Casa de Estudillo is a mansion built around a garden courtyard.

Old Town is a thriving community with over 10,000 residents. There are many shops, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues here. Begin your tour at the Park Headquarters, parking is limited - consider using the S.D. Trolley to get here.

Bazaar Del Mundo
South-of-the-border style shopping and dining village. Special attractions include mariachi bands and hand-crafted gifts from around the world.

Heritage Park
Located adjacent to Old Town Historic Park 619-291-9784 - includes beautifully restored Victorian homes and other buildings that today house shops, offices, restaurants, and innhouses.



Serra Museum - Presidio Park
2727 Presidio Drive, San Diego, CA 92110; (619) 297-3258; Museum Website;
Includes 120 acres atop Presidio Hill, overlooking Old Town. Active archeological dig continues to make many noteworthy discoveries. Marks the site of the first California Mission built by Father Serra in 1769. Museum exhibits cover Indian, Spanish and Mexican historical periods.

Mormon Battalion Visitors Center - Old Town San Diego
2510 Juan St., San Diego, CA 92110; 619-298-3317; Museum Website;
Open Daily : 9AM-9PM; Free Admission.
LDS Church operated museum commerating the 1847 completion of the longest infantry march in US History, over 2000 miles from Council Bluffs, Iowa to San Diego. The Mormon Battalion consisted of five companies that totaled over 500 men. Multimedia presentations, historic artifacts and paintings.
US Mormon Battalion Association - Includes history, rosters, galleries, companies, and links.
US Army of the West - Includes history, rosters, galleries, companies, and links.
Southern California Mormon Adventure - other LDS Landmarks and Festivals in this area
Mission San Luis Rey de Franca - Historic Catholic Mission in Oceanside, California was an important stopover for the Mormon Battalion.
Mormon Battalion Commemoration [4th Sat of Jan] - Annual Military Parade and Dutch Oven Bakeoff in San Diego Old Town State Park - Children's crafts and games, pioneer music, living history reenactments, wagon rides.

More Old Town Historic Museums & Landmarks
The Whaley House - California's oldest brick structure built in 1856 by Thomas Whaley, who established the first brickyard in San Diego for its construction.
Wells Fargo History Museum - historically refurnished Wells Fargo Agent's office with pioneer exhibits.




Old Town Hacienda Suites
San Diego Best Western Hotel
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This secluded hillside vacation resort reflects the historic traditions of California taking you back two hundred years in time. Enjoy spacious comfort in your private vacation suite in classic style. This resort is located in the heart of San Diego's historic Old Town village and is close to famous attractions such as the Zoo, Balboa Park, Embarcadero, Sea World, Mission Bay, Presidio, Mission, Seaport Village and more.