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San Diego County · California

Coronado

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Meaning the “crowned one” in Spanish, it’s no wonder why this charming town maintains its reputation as the Crown City of San Diego. It offers beautiful sandy white beaches, elegant gardens, old-world mansions, a historic downtown with quaint shops and water-front dining with spectacular views of the Pacific and the downtown San Diego skyline.

Located just across the bay from downtown San Diego, this beach town has something for both locals and tourists.

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Where is Coronado?

Coronado, San Diego County

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Things to do in Coronado

  • Orange Avenue

    Spend the day strolling down the main artery of Coronado, Orange Avenue, where you can enjoy shops, restaurants, galleries, theaters and museums. This all-American downtown is the perfect blend of picturesque and beach town where you enjoy the sunny afternoon with ice cream while you drop by a bookstore or old vintage shop.

  • Coronado Beach

    Consistently voted as the best beach in the U.S. by Dr. Beach offers beautiful wide sparkling shores and gentle surf. There are even picnic tables and fire pits so you can spend the day in the water and sit fireside at a bonfire while you toast marshmallows and watch a stunning sunset.

  • Hotel Del Coronado

    The legendary Hotel Del was originally built in 1888 and deemed a National Historic Landmark and architectural marvel. This beachfront hotel has a vibrant and fascinating history including famous princes, presidents, socialites, scandals, glamorous celebrities and even ghosts! The Hotel Del is a must-see on your Coronado to-do list.

  • Rent Bikes

    Renting bikes is a great way to spend the day touring Coronado. Due to it’s mostly flat topography, you can cruise the boardwalk and hit just about all the sights in one afternoon. Take a break along Orange Ave, or enjoy the city skyline during golden hour over a drink.

  • Coronado’s Ferry Landing

    This may be the most picturesque setting in all of Coronado. Enjoy restaurants and first-class shopping with the San Diego skyline dazzling in the background. In addition to taking a stroll down the boardwalk, you can rent kayaks, paddleboard and bikes to cool off in the San Diego sun.

  • Coronado Museum of History & Art

    If you’re a history buff, head over to the Museum of History & Art and dive into the rich history of Coronado. It is fittingly located in an iconic historical building on Orange Avenue where recent exhibits have included Wings of Gold, Naval Aviation, Coronado on the Frontline and more.

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So no matter what you’re looking for, Coronado offers a blend of natural beauty, history, and recreational activities that make this gem a must-visit destination.

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