Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide

Coronado

The beaches of Coronado Island
The beaches of Coronado Island
San Diego getaway
Something out of a fairy tale. A Castle on the beach as my daughter told me. #BeachBound
Sunset over the Pacific from the Hotel Del Coronado.

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 sandy beach

Coronado Beach

4.5/5(53 reviews)

A slice of the Californian dream awaits at this idyllic stretch of sand, just a few miles from downtown.

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 waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Centennial Park

Things to do

San Diego Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

£83
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

£48
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

£26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

£52
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

£6
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
Kids folding the American Flag

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

£62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Coronado

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave Coronado CA
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The price is £448 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
£448
18 Feb - 19 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! (1,008 reviews)
Everything! Wonderful!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Bower Coronado

The Bower Coronado

5 out of 5
1417 Orange Ave Coronado CA
The price is £254 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£254
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
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is £170 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£170
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! (2,399 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is £463 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
£463
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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! (3,302 reviews)
All of the Rock and Roll memorabilia. The room was nice. We also liked Mary Jane’s.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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 £99 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£99
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! (1,041 reviews)
Clean room and available a few hours earlier than normal check in! Room was spacious and staff was great!

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is £105 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£105
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,741 reviews)
Room was amazing and temp set very comfortably at check in. Staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Happy 100!

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

The Sofia Hotel
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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

5/5(1 area review)

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

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