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Restaurants and Bars
 
Old Town Mexican Cafe Old Town Mexican Cafe
2489 San Diego Ave.
Phone: (619) 297-4330
Every dish at Old Town Mexican Cafe is prepared with fresh ingredients from authentic recipes. Try a colorful carnitas plate, a tasty tostada or enchilada, or a succulent chicken, straight off the rotisserie. A children's menu and "Heart Smart" selections are available, along with tempting desserts, exotic libations, and a delicious Border Breakfast menu.
   
Buster's Beach House Buster's Beach House
Seaport Village
807 W. Harbor Drive
Phone: (619) 233-4300
"Couple exceptional cuisine with exquisite scenery and the result is bound to be a memorable dining experience." Busters combines its' friendly "Aloha Spirit" with the above in establishing what we consider to be a remarkable contribution to our Culinary Region." .
   
Bazzar del Mundo

Bazaar Del Mundo
San Diego State Historic Park
4133 Taylor Street
Phone General: (619) 296-3161
Savor San Diego's most festive dining, with fun-filled patios, famous margaritas and the best in Mexican cuisine. Experience the sights, sounds and flavors, splashing fountains and renowned mariachis.

   
Groce's Restaurant Croce's Restaurant
Corner of 5th & F
Gaslamp Quarter
Phone: (619) 233-4355
In 1985 Ingrid Croce opened Croce's Restaurant & Jazz Bar, pioneering the revitalization of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. A tribute to her late husband, singer-songwriter, Jim Croce, Ingrid offers a unique collaboration of fine dining and nightclub ambiance with live jazz and rhythm & blues nightly.
   
  Cafe Coyote
2461 San Diego Avenue
Phone: (619) 291-HOWL
Conveniently located in the historic Old Town, the Esplanade is the home of variety of retail shops, galleries and the famous Cafe Coyote, with its wonderful outdoor patio, delicious food and great margaritas.
   
  Prado Restaurant
Balboa Park House of Hospitality
1549 El Prado
Phone: (619) 557-9441 Specializing in Latin and Italian fare, The Prado's Executive Chef Jeff Thurston presents a fusion of regional signature specialties with traditional favorites that will delight all palates.

   
  McP's Irish Pub & Grill
1107 Orange Ave.
Coronado Island
Phone: (619) 435-5280
The famous watering hole for the elite U.S. Navy Seals. McP’s is owned and operated by former Navy SEAL, Greg McPartlin. We are very proud of our military heritage here in Coronado, so please raise your glass to men and women in uniform you may occasionally see in here during lunch or dinner. Live entertainment nightly.
   
  Pine Hills Lodge & Dinner Theatre
P.O. Box 2260 2960 La Posada Way
Julian, CA 92036
Phone: (760) 765-1100
A Mountain retreat 1 hour from San Diego offering Cabins, Dining, Pub, Pool, Dinner Theatre, Sock Hops, Blues Nights, Folk Festival. Built in 1912 Pine Hills LOdge offers a rich history among the towering pines of the mountains.
   
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Attractions
   
Conch Tour Train Old Town Trolley San Diego
Climb onboard the Old Town Trolley and enjoy a two hour, fully narrated, fun-filled tour! Turn back the pages of history and see how San Diego became the birthplace of California. The San Diego Old Town Trolley tour makes 8 stops so you can disembark along the way and enjoy Old Town, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, Balboa Park, Coronado and the San Diego Zoo. Sightseeing at its finest!
   
San Diego Seals Harbor Tour

San Diego SEALs Harbor Tour
Make a Splash aboard San Diego's most unique tour! View America's Finest City from a totally different perspective . . . on a Boat with Wheels! Experience San Diego the way it was intended - from Land and Sea. Climb aboard our Coast Guard approved Hydra-Terra amphibious vehicles for the adventure of a lifetime!

   
San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drive
Phone: (619) 234-3153
At the World-Famous San Diego Zoo, you will see some of the world’s rarest wildlife including Ituri Forest, a mysterious central African rain forest where adventurers encounter forest buffalos, hippos, otters, okapis, colorful birds and acrobatic monkeys.

   
Hornblower Cruises Hornblower Cruises
1066 N. Harbor Drive
Phone: (619) 686-8715
An astonishing range of sights awaits you in beautiful San Diego Bay. Submarines and the Naval Air Station; San Diego's distinct skyline, ablaze with color at night; and the soaring Coronado Bay Bridge are all part of an unfolding vista you'll enjoy aboard Hornblower's harbor tour or nightly dining cruise.
   
The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
1875 El Prado, Balboa Park
Phone: (619) 238-1233
Fax: (619) 685-5771
Experience 5 interactive exhibit galleries, the giant IMAX Dome Screen, the Planetarium shows, wild rides on the SciTours Motion Simulator and much more.
   
Belmont Park Seaside Amusement Park Belmont Park: Seaside Amusement Park
3190 Mission Blvd.
Phone: (858) 488-1549
Belmont Park carries on the tradition of old-time family fun featuring The Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, Vertical Plunge, Bumper Mania, Tilt-A-Whirl, Liberty Carousel, Crazy Submarine, Thunder Boats, Baja Buggies, Sea Serpent, and Pirates Cove, San Diego's largest and most adventurous indoor children's play center.
   
  San Diego Harbor Excursion
1050 N. Harbor Drive
Phone: (619) 234-4111
San Diego Harbor Excursion offers the ultimate waterfront dining experience. Cruising aboard one of our fine dining vessels, feel a release from everyday worries as our crew welcomes you aboard with a complimentary glass of champagne and our attentive stewards fulfill your desires with fine food and a selection of spirits.
   
  Go San Diego Card
The San Diego Zoo at Balboa Park, San Diego. Go San Diego Card: Multi-attraction pass that gives you the most choice-San Diego's top attractions at the best value.
   
  Creative Connect
2415 San Diego Avenue
Phone: 858-349-1349
Stay connected with high speed internet in Old Town. Experience the new iGenie Webpad. Wireless internet at your fingertips! Email you family and friends or just surf the web.
   
  Go City Kids
Society gives you shortcuts to the city at its best—its parks, stores, professional services, restaurants, babysitters, places to stay, and entertainment, among other things. For travelers who want an inside track on what's going on around town, Society highlights the non-touristy attractions, child-friendly restaurants, and safe areas to play.
 

 

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Lodging & Transportation
   
Hotel Del Coronado

Hotel Del Coronado
1500 Orange Ave., Coronado
Phone: (619) 522-8490/800-HOTELDEL
The Hotel del Coronado in San Diego, California, is situated along 31 oceanfront acres on Coronado Island. A National Historic Landmark, The Del is considered one of America’s most beautiful resorts.

   
 

San Diego Hotel Accommodations
Phone: (800) 603-2733
Offers discount hotel reservations for the San Diego area.

   
  Best Western California Hotels and Motels
Best Western California Hotels and Motels. The official hotel lodging reservations and information site for the Best Western hotels in California.
   
  Booking Bargains
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  San Diego Hotels & Accommodations
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Holiday Inn Mission Bay (Seaworld Area)
3737 Sports Arena Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 881-6100
Fax: (619) 224-9248
Centrally located to all major San Diego attractions. Recently renovated 316 room hotel featuring numerous amenities, including an outdoor heated pool, jacuzzi, and free access to the San Diego Fitness Center. There are more than 15 restaurants and numerous shops within walking distance.

   
 

Doubletree San Diego Hotels
Multiple Locations Throughout San Diego
Book a room online at San Diego area Doubletrees and then browse through our extensive information on the region’s popular attractions, activities and restaurants. Reserve online to save.

   
 

Pacific Inn Hotel & Suites
1655 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (800) 571-2933
The Pacific Inn Hotel and Suites is located in the heart of San Diego and all of its major attractions. We offer free continental breakfast w/hot waffles, a swimming pool w/sundeck, newly remodeled rooms, and much more! If you're on a romantic getaway, you will love our luxurious Jacuzzi Suites.

   
 

Vagabond Inn Sea World/Zoo
625 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: (800) 571-2933
The Vagabond Inn Sea World/Zoo is located in the heart of San Diego. We offer free continental breakfast w/hot waffles, a swimming pool w/sundeck, newly remodeled rooms, and much more! If you have a large group, you will feel right at home in our spacious Suites and Kids Suites.

   
 

Marina Inn & Suites
1943 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (800) 571-2933
The Marina Inn & Suites is located in the heart of San Diego, near all of its major attractions. We offer free continental breakfast w/hot waffles, newly remodeled rooms, and much more!

   
 

Relax Inn & Suites
1220 W. Main Street
San Diego, CA 92020
Phone: (800) 571-2933
The Relax Inn & Suites is located near the heart of San Diego and all of its major attractions. We offer free continental breakfast w/hot waffles, a swimming pool w/sundeck, newly remodeled rooms, and much more!

   
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Shopping
   
Bazzar del Mundo

Bazaar Del Mundo
San Diego State Historic Park
4133 Taylor Street
Phone General: (619) 296-3161
Savor San Diego's most festive dining, with fun-filled patios, famous margaritas and the best in Mexican cuisine. Experience the sights, sounds and flavors, splashing fountains and renowned mariachis.

   
Del Sol Just Add Sun Del Sol: Just Add Sun!
2448-A San Diego Avenue
Phone: (619) 299-6965
We are in the business of producing color changing, SUN-POWERED apparel and accessories with a patent pending and proprietary process. A beautiful black and white T-shirt design INSIDE bursts into a full COLOR work of art OUTSIDE when exposed to the Sun's UV rays.
   
  Seaport Village
849 W. Harbor Drive
Phone: (619) 235-4014
Fax 619-696-0025
San Diego's landmark for waterfront shopping and dining with 57 one of a kind shops & galleries & 4 award winning bay front restaurants.
   
  Wyland Galleries
1025 Prospect St., Suite 100
Phone: (858) 459-8229
Discover the beautiful fine art ocean paintings and other ocean art by marine life artist, Wyland. Whether you're looking for whale art, dolphin art, sculptures, or other marine art, wylandgalleries.com is your art collecting paradise found.
   
  Long's Pharmacy
Horton Plaza Street Level
Phone: (619) 231-9135
We have all your travel needs. Everything from toothpaste to suntan lotion. From prescriptions to perfume and everything in between. 1-Hour photo processing. 50' s Soda Fountain. Souvenirs. Travel Items. Phone Cards.
   
 

Old Town Esplanade
2461 San Diego Ave.
Phone: (619) 291-HOWL
Conveniently located in historic Old Town, the Esplanade is the home of a variety of retail shops, galleries and the famous Cafe Coyote, with its wonderful outdoor patio, delicious food and great margaritas!

   
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Theater and Culture
 
Triple Espresso: A Highly Caffeinated Comedy

Triple Espresso: A Highly Caffeinated Comedy
Horton Grand Theatre
444 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
Box Office: (619) 234-9583 In the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego is a little theatre called the Horton Grand Theatre. It has been the home of Triple Espresso for over four years now. In a recent online survey, Triple Espresso was voted "San Diego's Best Theatre That Will Live Forever" by over 60% of the vote!

   
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