Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide

Coronado

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 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 beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Centennial Park

Things to do

USS Midway Museum with Skip-the-Line Entry

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

Rp620.658
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
San Diego Signature Dinner Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

Rp1.925.049
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Rp1.194.220
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

Rp2.085.680
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the Bay

Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay

Rp1.594.872
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

Rp160.398
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
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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
The price is Rp8.399.405 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
Rp8.399.405
Rp10.255.804 total
19 Feb - 20 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! (1,005 reviews)
Our stay was one of the best we have had there. Usually we stay in hotel, but from now on, it will be in the Village. They are private, wonderful staff, super clean, love the fire pits and the closeness to the ocean!

Reviewed on 5 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 Rp4.514.691 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp4.514.691
Rp5.805.010 total
18 Feb - 19 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
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is Rp11.943.546 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp11.943.546
Rp14.640.268 total
18 Feb - 19 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! (3,286 reviews)
Very clean hotel. I was always seeing someone cleaning.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 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 Rp2.416.827 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.416.827
Rp3.669.367 total
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
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 Rp1.953.672 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.953.672
Rp2.265.186 total
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! (1,015 reviews)
Very clean, comfy and spacious room. The staff was friendly and the location was good, if you’re looking to be close to Little Italy restaurants.

Reviewed on 3 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
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! (1,730 reviews)
Excellent location! The staff was friendly and the hotel is lovely. Our room was nice and spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again in the future.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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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

Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide