Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The beaches of Coronado Island
The beaches of Coronado Island
To find a Sand Dollar along the beach is exciting in itself, but to find one still alive is another. An education and memory made. #BeachBound
San Diego getaway
Something out of a fairy tale. A Castle on the beach as my daughter told me. #BeachBound

Popular places to visit

Hotel Del Coronado with the city of San Diego in the background

Hotel del Coronado

Learn about the local history of Coronado when you spend time at Hotel del Coronado.

Hotel del Coronado
Coronado Beach featuring swimming, landscape views and a beach

Coronado Beach

Immerse yourself in Californian glamour whilst you enjoy the pristine sands of this top-rated seaside paradise.

Coronado Beach
Coronado Ferry Landing featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

Coronado Ferry Landing

View the city across the bay as you relax on your beach blanket. Sail, drive or take the bus to this popular spot and walk around the area, shop and dine.

Coronado Ferry Landing
On my way for a ROTC competition and took this photo on the bus

Silver Strand State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Silver Strand State Beach during your travels in Coronado? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Silver Strand State Beach
Glorietta Marina Park beach in Coronado, California, with a kayak in the foreground and the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge and San Diego Bay in the background.

Glorietta Bay Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Glorietta Bay Park Beach during your trip to Coronado?

Glorietta Bay Park Beach
Centennial Park which includes night scenes, a bay or harbor and a city

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is just one of the places to see in Coronado, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Centennial Park

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$111
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

NZ$96
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

NZ$123
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Kids folding the American Flag

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

NZ$148
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

NZ$76
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Premier Dinner Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise

NZ$173
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Coronado Hotel Deals

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave Coronado CA
The price is NZ$1,021 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$1,021
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Coronado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Everything excellent but expensive

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Bower Coronado

The Bower Coronado

5 out of 5
1417 Orange Ave Coronado CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$577 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$577
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Coronado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
Lovely and quiet and very welcoming.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Bower Coronado
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is NZ$248 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$248
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,342 reviews)
The staff was great!The room was nice and quiet.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is NZ$546 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
NZ$546
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,277 reviews)
Staff was nice and helpful

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is NZ$363 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$363
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,389 reviews)
Room was cleaned, but the restaurants in premises close early

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
The price is NZ$224 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$224
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
This is the second time we stayed there. Room is very clean and friendly staff. We will choose the same hotel next time in San Diego.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Coronado

Chillaxin'

Glorietta Bay

If you're spending some time in Glorietta Bay, Coronado Beach and San Diego Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Glorietta Bay
Aerial view of Coronado Island, San Diego

Bayside

While visiting Bayside, you might make a stop by sights like Coronado Ferry Landing and Naval Base Coronado.

Bayside
Coronado bridge over the sailing boats at San Diego, California

Silver Strand

While visiting Silver Strand, you might make a stop by sights like San Diego Bay and Silver Strand State Beach.

Silver Strand
Coronado Cays, California - Aerial Photo

Coronado Cays

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Coronado Cays and surrounding area, you can visit Silver Strand State Beach and San Diego Bay.

Coronado Cays

Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide

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