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San Diego County is a county located near the Pacific Ocean in the far southwest of
the U.S. state of California. It is the southwesternmost county in the contiguous 48
states. The population in 2000 was 2,813,834, but a July 2008 estimate placed the
population at 3,001,072 people, making it the third most populous county in
California, just behind its northwestern neighbor Orange County. The county seat is
the City of San Diego. San Diego County is part of the San Diego – Tijuana
metropolitan area, an area with over 5 million people and the largest bi-national
metropolitan area shared between the United States and Mexico.
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CABRILLO NATIONAL MONUMENT A Voyage of Discovery Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo led
the first European expedition to explore what is now the west coast of the United
States. Cabrillo departed from the port of Navidad, Mexico, on June 27, 1542. Three
months later he arrived at "a very good enclosed port." That port is known today as
San Diego bay. Historians believe he anchored his flagship, the San Salvador, on
Point Loma's east shore near Cabrillo National Monument
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Step back in time into a colorful world of fun and entertainment in beautiful Historic
Old Town San Diego, the Birthplace of California where the first Europeans settled.
Around every corner there is more history waiting for you. The finest in professional
theatre, artisans, galleries and shops are all within easy walking distance with free
live entertainment, mariachis, dancers, period attire docents providing tours and
more.
Old Town San Diego is nestled in heart of San Diego, with more than 150 shops,
award-winning restaurants, 17 museums, and historical sites.
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A National Historic Landmark
California Historic Landmark #242 City of San Diego Historic Designation #113
First of the 21 missions and known as the Mother of the Missions, Mission San Diego
de Alcala was founded on July 16, 1769 by Blessed Junipero Serra. It was designated
as a Minor Basilica in 1976 by Pope Paul VI. The Mission today is an active Catholic
Parish in the Diocese of San Diego.
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The Gaslamp Quarter National Historic District is located in the heart of
Downtown San Diego, California.The Gaslamp Quarter is home to more than 150
restaurants, coffeehouses, nightclubs, and nearly hundred unique hops and
galleries. So whether you opt for traditional food with a flair or shopping for
something a bit off the beaten path, your visit to the Gaslamp Quarter will be a truly
unique experience
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Petco Park is an open-air ballpark in downtown San Diego, California, USA. It opened
in 2004, replacing Qualcomm Stadium as the home park of Major League Baseball's
San Diego Padres. Before then, the Padres shared Qualcomm Stadium with the NFL's
San Diego Chargers. The stadium is named after the animal and pet supplies
retailer Petco, which is based in San Diego and paid for the naming rights.
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San Diego Bay is a natural harbor adjacent to San Diego, California. It is 12 mi/19
km long, 1 mi/1.6 km–3 mi/4.8 km wide. The bay is bordered by the cities of San
Diego, National City, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and Coronado.
Considered to be one of the best natural harbors on the western coasts of the North
American continent, San Diego Bay was among the earliest portions of those coasts
to be settled by Europeans (it was colonized by Spain beginning in 1769) and later
served (as it continues to this day) as the home of the United States Navy's Pacific
Fleet. Click here or image to enlarge map and tour bay points of interest
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The History of The Hotel del Coronado overlooking the pacific
As a National Historic Landmark, the Hotel del Coronado has a rich and colorful
heritage that sets it apart from neighboring Coronado hotels. From Marilyn Monroe
to Charles Lindbergh, from state dinners to the ghost of Kate Morgan, The Del is an
American treasure with more than 120 years of fascinating stories to tell. Today, you
are invited to create new great memories at this cherished hotel in Coronado
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Take a Nostalgic 15 minute ride across the bay to Coronado, island. Now departing
from two San Diego locations; Broadway Pier and the Convention Center. Once
across you’ll arrive at the Coronado Ferry Landing, a waterfront marketplace full of
over 25 unique shops and restaurants.
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CORONADO BRIDGE The 11,179-foot-long (3,407 m or 2.1 mi) bridge ascends from
Coronado at a 4.67 percent grade before curving 80 degrees toward San Diego. The
span reaches a maximum height of 200 feet (61m), allowing the U.S. Navy ships
which operate out of the nearby Naval Station San Diego to pass underneath it. The
five-lane bridge features the longest box girder in the world.The Coronado Bridge
Construction started in February 1967, and the bridge was opened to traffic on
August 3, 1969, during the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the founding of
San Diego.
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SEAPORT VILLAGE
A 14 acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex recreating a
harbor side setting of a century ago. Includes 54 one of a kind shops, 13 casual
dining eateries, 4 fine dining waterfront restaurants. Opened in 1980
Four bay-view dining restaurants. Thirteen international eateries. Shops
Unique clothing, gifts, hats, mugs, kites, wind chimes, music boxes, jewelry, hot
sauces, art galleries, bookstore/coffeehouse and more
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LAS AMERICAS PREMIUM OULETS 20 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO
125 OUTLET STORES Find impressive savings at Adidas,
2b bebe, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, Guess,
J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Sony,
Tommy Hilfiger and more.
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Balboa Park - 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
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La Jolla.
Since the 1880's, La Jolla has been a favorite vacation destination. Boasting
southern California's most beautiful and majestic coastline and the finest weather in
the world, La Jolla offers a varied selection of hotels, shopping, dining, events and
attractions.
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