East Valley Travel Guide
Escondido
Visit East Valley
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Visit the native and exotic animals and see why San Diego Zoo Safari Park is a popular stop in San Pasqual Valley. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.
Queen Califa's Magical Circle
Take the family on an outing to Queen Califa's Magical Circle during your trip to Escondido. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.
California Center For The Arts
You can make plans for a show at California Center For The Arts on your trip to Escondido. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.
Palomar Medical Center
If Palomar Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Escondido.
Stone Brewing
You can take time to visit Stone Brewing during your travels to Escondido. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
The Vineyard at Escondido
Enjoy a round of golf in Escondido at The Vineyard at Escondido. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego
Top hotels in East Valley
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Room was really clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Clean large room. Lots to do
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Staff was great, no issues. Nice clean room and bed, shower had weird tiny tub. Parking is 47$ a night, pretty ridiculous. Next time I’d just park on the road outside the property. Not bad at all for the price per night though, would recommend.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Hotel lobby, guest room very clean. Nice amenities and staff at check in and at bar. Fantastic view from room 405 Convenient location
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
ROOM TERRIFIC, STAFF THE BEST
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
The General Manager Tim is the best! Made checking in a breeze!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Valley
East Canyon
While there might not be top attractions in East Canyon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Vineyard at Escondido and Orfila Vineyard and Winery.
Midway
Though Midway may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like California Center For The Arts and Dixon Lake.
East Grove
When in East Grove, you can plan a visit to Dixon Lake and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cloverdale
While Cloverdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Orfila Vineyard and Winery.
Central Escondido
If you're spending some time in Central Escondido, California Center For The Arts and Grape Day Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kit Carson
If you're spending some time in Kit Carson, The Vineyard at Escondido and Queen Califa's Magical Circle are top sights worth seeing.
