Things to See and Do in San Diego, California
Rain or shine, there are so many fun things to do and places to see in San Diego!
From Old Town to Mission Bay, adults and kids agree that
the list of exciting attractions goes on and on and on!
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Concert Venues
Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre. Part of the House of Blues family, Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre is a world-class concert venue. Enjoy shows by performers like Stevie Nicks and John Mayer. Visit http://www.livenation.com/cricket-wireless-amphiteatre-tickets-chula-vista/venue/82205.
Valley View Casino Cener. The Valley View Casino Center is more than just a place to watch sports-it’s a dynamic center for unadulterated entertainment in San Diego. Acclaimed shows include Cirque du Soleil, Sesame Street Live, and Keith Urban. Located less than one mile from Old Town Inn, events at the Valley View Casino Center are easy to negotiate when you stay at our comfortable, charming hotel. You’ll find exceptional amenities like complimentary wi-fi high speed Internet access and spacious work desks; a sparkling, heated outdoor pool and complimentary continental breakfasts. If you’re attending an event at the Valley View Casino Center, choose Old Town Inn for your lodging needs. For more information, visit http://www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com. [Top]
the list of exciting attractions goes on and on and on!
To see a map of the local neighborhood area
and view local services around the hotel, click here.
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Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre. Part of the House of Blues family, Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre is a world-class concert venue. Enjoy shows by performers like Stevie Nicks and John Mayer. Visit http://www.livenation.com/cricket-wireless-amphiteatre-tickets-chula-vista/venue/82205.
Valley View Casino Cener. The Valley View Casino Center is more than just a place to watch sports-it’s a dynamic center for unadulterated entertainment in San Diego. Acclaimed shows include Cirque du Soleil, Sesame Street Live, and Keith Urban. Located less than one mile from Old Town Inn, events at the Valley View Casino Center are easy to negotiate when you stay at our comfortable, charming hotel. You’ll find exceptional amenities like complimentary wi-fi high speed Internet access and spacious work desks; a sparkling, heated outdoor pool and complimentary continental breakfasts. If you’re attending an event at the Valley View Casino Center, choose Old Town Inn for your lodging needs. For more information, visit http://www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com. [Top]
Seaside Attractions
Mission Bay Park. San Diego’s Mission Bay Park is the largest man-made aquatic park in the country, consisting of 4,235 acres, approximately 46% land and 54% water. The park offers a wide range of recreational activities including paths for walking and jogging, and playgrounds for children. Visit http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/missionbay/index.shtml.
San Diego Bay. San Diego Bay promises entertainment and adventure for the entire family from Point Loma, along Harbor San Diego Bay Drive, south to the shores of Imperial Beach. Visit all the attractions, parks and shops and enjoy San Diego Bay's points of interest set against its spectacular views. For more information, visit http://www.thebigbay.com. [Top]
Mission Bay Park. San Diego’s Mission Bay Park is the largest man-made aquatic park in the country, consisting of 4,235 acres, approximately 46% land and 54% water. The park offers a wide range of recreational activities including paths for walking and jogging, and playgrounds for children. Visit http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/missionbay/index.shtml.
San Diego Bay. San Diego Bay promises entertainment and adventure for the entire family from Point Loma, along Harbor San Diego Bay Drive, south to the shores of Imperial Beach. Visit all the attractions, parks and shops and enjoy San Diego Bay's points of interest set against its spectacular views. For more information, visit http://www.thebigbay.com. [Top]
San Diego History
Balboa Park. Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes-all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction. Visit http://www.balboapark.org.
Old Town Historic Park. Historic Old Town is nestled in the heart of San Diego, with over 150 restaurants, shops, and historical sites. Old Town, the Birthplace of California, is just a short walk from the San Diego Trolley Transit Center and a short drive from most San Diego destinations. Visit http://www.oldtownsandiego.org.
Naval Base Coronado. San Diego has a long and storied military history. The Naval Amphibious Base (NAB), Coronado was established in 1943 after the land was literally created from the dredging of San Diego Bay done to allow large ships used in World War II to steam into Naval Station San Diego. It is the only Naval amphibious base on the West Coast. Visit http://www.nbc.navy.mil/
Cabrillo National Monument and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. His famous quote, “we came all the way from Spain for this?” is engraved in stone near his landing place at Ballast Point. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources, including the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, first lit in 1855, and which stood watch over the entrance to San Diego Bay for 36 years. Visit http://www.nps.gov/cabr. [Top]
Balboa Park. Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes-all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction. Visit http://www.balboapark.org.
Old Town Historic Park. Historic Old Town is nestled in the heart of San Diego, with over 150 restaurants, shops, and historical sites. Old Town, the Birthplace of California, is just a short walk from the San Diego Trolley Transit Center and a short drive from most San Diego destinations. Visit http://www.oldtownsandiego.org.
Naval Base Coronado. San Diego has a long and storied military history. The Naval Amphibious Base (NAB), Coronado was established in 1943 after the land was literally created from the dredging of San Diego Bay done to allow large ships used in World War II to steam into Naval Station San Diego. It is the only Naval amphibious base on the West Coast. Visit http://www.nbc.navy.mil/
Cabrillo National Monument and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. His famous quote, “we came all the way from Spain for this?” is engraved in stone near his landing place at Ballast Point. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources, including the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, first lit in 1855, and which stood watch over the entrance to San Diego Bay for 36 years. Visit http://www.nps.gov/cabr. [Top]
Sports Stadiums
QUALCOMM Stadium. QUALCOMM Stadium, home of the NFL San Diego Chargers, has been host to many internationally watched events, such as two Super Bowls, two World Series, Major League Soccer and Baseball All Star Games, the Holiday Bowl, and major concert events including the Rolling Stones, Elton John and Billy Joel. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm.
PETCO Park. Home of the San Diego Pardres, PETCO Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of the San Diego region. For more information, visit http://sandiego.padres.mlb.com/sd/ballpark/index.jsp [Top]
QUALCOMM Stadium. QUALCOMM Stadium, home of the NFL San Diego Chargers, has been host to many internationally watched events, such as two Super Bowls, two World Series, Major League Soccer and Baseball All Star Games, the Holiday Bowl, and major concert events including the Rolling Stones, Elton John and Billy Joel. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm.
PETCO Park. Home of the San Diego Pardres, PETCO Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of the San Diego region. For more information, visit http://sandiego.padres.mlb.com/sd/ballpark/index.jsp [Top]
Old Town Inn
4444 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: 619-260-8024 Fax: 619-296-0524
Email: customercare@oldtown-inn.com
