Historic Downtown Coronado Travel Guide

Coronado

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
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
Sunset over the Pacific from the Hotel Del Coronado.

Popular places to visit

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
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

Hotel del Coronado

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

Hotel del Coronado

Coronado Shopping Plaza Shopping Center

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Coronado Shopping Plaza Shopping Center during your visit to Coronado. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Coronado Shopping Plaza Shopping Center

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿2,013
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

฿440
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

฿2,234
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

฿1,384
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

฿3,134
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego

฿3,954
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
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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 ฿11,780 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿11,780
฿14,816 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (1,002 reviews)
Very lovely stay. Balcony view was perfect!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 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 ฿8,424 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
฿8,424
฿10,832 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
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! (168 reviews)
The staff and the quality of the room and amenities are top class here. The staff continues to go above and beyond for anything you can ask. My wife and I have stayed here twice; dined at Dive; enjoyed the daily fresh brewed coffee right in your hallway; and reveled in the perfect location for all ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 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 ฿14,313 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
฿14,313
฿18,089 total
3 Feb - 4 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! (3,253 reviews)
Great location clean place and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,184 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿6,184
฿8,476 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,248 reviews)
I love that place !!! I will definitely come back again.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4 out of 5
1646 Front St San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,040 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿5,040
฿5,844 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! (266 reviews)
Nice room. Great location

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,978 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿4,978
฿6,441 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,999 reviews)
Nice resort , nice room, will be booking again

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Coronado

The 300 ft long SS Monte Carlo shipwreck on the Coronado Beach that ran aground during a storm in 1937. The shipwreck can only be seen during a negative low tide.

Glorietta Bay

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

Glorietta Bay
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Bayside

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

Bayside
The 300 ft long SS Monte Carlo shipwreck on the Coronado Beach that ran aground during a storm in 1937. The shipwreck can only be seen during a negative low tide.

Silver Strand

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

Silver Strand
Lobby chandelier! It's pretty cool and projects the time on a dial on the floor of the lobby.

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