Location: Escondido
Top Things to do in Escondido
The 7 Best Museums in Escondido, California (CA)
Escondido (/ˌɛskənˈdiːdoʊ/ ES-kən-DEE-doh) is a city located in San Diego County's North County region, 30 miles (48 km) northeast of Downtown San Diego, California. The city occupies a shallow valley ringed by rocky hills. Incorporated in 1888, it is one of the oldest cities in San Diego County. The city had a population of 143,911 in the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Escondido
1. Stone and Glass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Currently open for curbside pickup by appointment. Stone and Glass a Hot Glass and Mixed Media Art Studio and Gallery located in Escondido, easily accessible from I-15, CA-78 or Via de La Valle/Del Dios Hwy, offers hands-on hot glass classes for individuals and small groups. Experience the basics of hot glass art techniques. Each student/artist will sit at the bench and work with our team to create their very own unique piece of art glass. No prior experience is necessary. Minimum 9 years of age. Classes are by reservation, visit our website to view the Calendar and make reservations. In addition to offering classes our gallery is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 6pm. Open til 8pm the 2nd Saturday of each month. Private parties and Events by appointment - contact us by email or phone for more information. Check the on line calendar for open studio events held several times a year.
2. California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
With a mission of bringing people together to discover, create and celebrate both the visual and performing arts, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is the cultural center of North San Diego County. The Center's unique campus includes a 1,500-seat concert hall, a 400-seat theater, a contemporary art museum, art and dance studios, and a full-service conference center with meeting and banquet facilities ready to host corporate gatherings, weddings and other special life events. The Center also runs an extensive education program and produces free community events, such as the Jazz Jam Sessions, 4th of July celebration, Day of the Dead Festival, Holiday Tree Lighting and WOW First Wednesdays performances.
Reviewed By GlobalGypsy_13 - San Diego, United States
Wow! The current exhibit by artists inspired by Frido Kahlo is great fun and educational. In Covid-19 this museum is limiting the number of visitors and taking temperature checks upon arrival. There is free parking in the adjacent lot and tickets can be purchased on line or upon entry to this museum. Because it's quite popular and free for residents of Escondido, I'd suggest arriving at the opening time to have a pleasant, safe visit prior to mid-November when this special show closes.
3. Roynon Museum of Earth Science and Paleontology
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
The Roynon Museum of Earth Sciences & Paleontology was established in 2000 to educate students, scouts, and the general public in earth sciences, as well as to emphasize the meaning of the sequence of life throughout geological time. We’re located in Escondido, California, and invite you to come visit us. The museum is a plethora of knowledge brought about by way of the thousands of specimens that have been acquired throughout the years bringing into focus the overall picture of paleontology. Mr. and Mrs. Roynon add specimens to the museum each year on their travels throughout the United States.
4. San Diego Archaeological Center
5. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 78 reviews
The San Diego Children's Discovery Museum features interactive, hands-on exhibits and activities that inspire children to learn about our world through exploration, imagination and experimentation.
Reviewed By OliviaR275
We loved it here! there is a really cool outside area with a couple gardens and they supply large magnifying glasses to find bugs! we found some caterpillars. My son loved the water area and my daughter loved the arts and craft. Inside you will find several stations set up in a large open room. Some stations to list are the doctors office with dress-up, the kitchen with dress up, the pirate ship play and climb area... great for rainy days or sun shine days... pack a lunch and eat it outside at the tables or walk across the road and let the kids play at the grape park which has a huge grassy area perfect for picnics.
6. Escondido History Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Distinction Gallery
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