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Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We’ll stroll the streets and look at multi-million dollar homes, beautiful landscaping, unique architecture, and, of course, the beach. After a quick stop for a sweet treat we’ll continue to explore this beach town that was home to artists, aviators and innovators.

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Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Starts: Coronado, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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What to Expect When Visiting Coronado, California, United States

Charming Coronado is a short ride from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away! We’ll stroll the streets and look at multi-million dollar homes, beautiful landscaping, unique architecture, and, of course, the beach. After a quick stop for a sweet treat we’ll continue to explore this beach town that was home to artists, aviators and innovators.

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Stop At: Coronado Island, 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118-3407

We’ll explore this beach town and delve into its history with artists, aviators and innovators.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Downtown Coronado, Orange Avenue Between 10th Street and Dana Place, Coronado, CA 92118

Full of quaint shops and prime window shopping, we’ll start our tour in the heart of downtown Coronado at Rotary Park. We’ll stroll the main street and also get off the beaten path to explore interesting architecture just beyond Orange Avenue. Later we’ll grab a snack before we stop by a unique shop.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118-2232

Established in 1890, this classical revival building was completed in 1909. We’ll learn about the man who funded it, the architect who built it, and if open, we’ll pop in for a look inside.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Christ Episcopal Church, 1114 9th St, Coronado, CA 92118, USA

This beautiful gothic church has beautiful stone work and gorgeous stained glass windows.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Museum of History and Art, 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118-3407

We’ll visit a local museum (subject to availability) to look at artifacts and photos that bring the stories of Coronado’s past and citizens to life.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Star Park, Coronado, CA 92118

This small, circular park is surrounded by beautiful homes, and displays flags and equipment illuminating Coronado’s military past and present.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Coronado Beach, Coronado, CA 92118

Routinely voted one of the top 10 beaches in the U.S., Coronado beach offers spectacular views of of Point Loma and, on a clear day, Mexico. We’ll talk about the houses that face the beach, and if we’re lucky we’ll see some wildlife in the ocean. Then we’ll stroll down to the largest building on the beach – the Hotel del Coronado.

Duration: 10 minutes



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