Location: Coronado
Top Things to do in Coronado
What to do and see in Coronado, California (CA): The Best Things to do
Coronado is a resort city located in San Diego County, California, across the San Diego Bay from downtown San Diego. It was founded in the 1880s. Its population was 24,697 at the 2010 census, up from 24,100 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Coronado
1. Coronado Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
The Coronado Visitor Center is located in the lobby of the Museum of History and Art. This should be your first stop when you get to this charming and historic beach town. Friendly volunteers provide complimentary maps, brochures, discount tickets and information about events and attractions in Coronado. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Visitor Center is currently closed.
Reviewed By HeidiHelbig - La Quinta, United States
You need to go there at least once. Step back in time, very special and very unique. the shops are fun and the restaurants were packed with people. The ambiance is wonderful. Go and see The Coronado Hotel, you will not be disappointed.
2. Coronado Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,416 reviews
Popular surfing beach.
Reviewed By almaanne - Central Arizona, United States
You must get here early to secure a parking spot as there are not many. The only exception is if you are military and then the other side of this beach is open to you with more parking and a beach too, but it's for military families. The beach has beautiful white sand with lovely shells being thrown up on it as it's open to the coast. The view out to sea with large ships, Point Loma Pennisula, and Cabrillo National Monument is great. In the background is the low growl of planes from North Island Naval Air Center. Overhead fly helicopters infrequently which children love to see. I saw a pelican flying across the breakers looking for a meal.
3. Spreckels Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By on_the_go_98765
Home town, small town, and everyone's town ... oh, wouldn't that be great? A lovely center of town, filled with grass, play equipment, a gazebo, and enough open space to throw an actual football without facing an assault lawsuit. Coronado got this right. Coronado is (by itself) a slice of paradise (not a large one, mind you) and it just oozes those qualities found in community-centric locations. None could be better! The folksy library is across the street, fun little cafes and eateries line Orange Avenue (the main drag), and it embraces its art-deco identity with a whole heart. The town planners held this treasured piece of real estate for the betterment and pleasure of the whole of the community. What a concept! Think it will catch on? Nah, I don't either. Sadly.
4. Lamb's Players Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
One of San Diego's leading professional non-profit performing arts companies, presenting year round in its beautiful, intimate theatre in Coronado's iconic Spreckels Building.
Reviewed By chaletswiss - Arlington, United States
Noticed prior to my arrival, a play was being presented at this theater so I thought what better way to enjoy a vacation than to attend a local production. I am so glad I did. From the young lady at the box office to the ushers for the evening they were all joyful and enthusiastic and very helpful. There is not a bad seat in the house. The quality of the actors were amazing. Thoroughly delightful evening.
5. Coronado Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,988 reviews
A mere two-mile drive from cosmopolitan, downtown San Diego, across one of the world's most distinctive bridges, is Coronado Island - a world away. Developed in 1888 as a beach resort town, and home to the famous Hotel del Coronado, the island is blessed with one of the finest beaches in the world and bathed in endless sunshine. Coronado today is a vibrant beach community loaded with charm.
Reviewed By kevintY6491JQ - Beverly Hills, United States
This is one of San Diego's great place to visit. The hotel del Coronado is definitely worth staying at or just to go and visit. The beach is pristine and beautiful at sunset for that loved one to walk with,With the sand on your feet and a dog beach at the far end near the base. There is a shopping area called Coronado ferry landing,were there is a place to eat and shop and see downtown San Diego. At night is a beautiful site when San Diego is lite up and a perfect spot for fireworks on the fourth of July.You can take the ferry to downtown San Diego and take a pedy cab to seaport village or downtown San Diego or walk. You can just take a round trip on the ferry back to Coronado. there is a bike rental at the Coronado landing,were you can bike all over the island,the walkway at the landing is very relaxing and it will take you to the park if you head towards the Coronado bridge. If you rent a car I suggest a convertible as you can see a lot more and is great for picture taking and live that California life style. You can take a lovely drive on the strand to imperial beach just drive past the Coronado hotel were they have the famous sand castle contest.Check on the internet to find out when it is.Downtown Coronado has up scale restaurants and nice places for having coffee to relax and people watch. On Tuesday there is a farmers market at the ferry landing.And a lovely golf course with the beautiful views of san Diego for that golfer.
6. The Coronado Ferry Landing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 213 reviews
Reviewed By Stclair1958 - Collinsville, United States
Ferry Landing Coronado CA is a great place to visit when you’re in San Diego, great atmosphere, great location, awesome restaurants, great shopping, beautiful view of the city across the bay, safe and fun atmosphere
7. Centennial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By brodge - Kansas City, United States
We had been to San Diego several times and returned with friends. We took them over to Coronado Island and walked around the historical Hotel del Cornado. We had lunch reservations on the island following but had about 30 minutes to spare. We drove to Centennial Park and just walked around and took in the views and serenity of this park.
8. Coronado Dog Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By on_the_go_98765
So many happy fur-balls, all running, chasing balls, braving the cold water, and (surprisingly) all getting along really well! This expanse of beach is located between the military fencing and signage and the end of the Hotel Del Coronado. We could have stayed for hours just watching them cavort.
9. Downtown Coronado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By on_the_go_98765
From the Hotel Del, down Orange Avenue (until hitting the large green expanse of park) is the heart of Coronado's Downtown stretch. The architecture is an eclectic mix of Art Deco and quirky store fronts as well as little holes in the wall (like High Tide Bottle shop that makes he BEST pizza in all of Coronado!) are a visual treat. Think ice cream for the eye balls, that is how fun it is! In the general area can be found Baum's historic home where some of the Oz books were written (a must-see to walk by as these people living here have a sense of humor) and there is also a round-about monument to military sacrifices, lovely old homes, and all the vitality of a lively downtown area.
10. Silver Strand State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 459 reviews
One of the most beautiful beaches in the San Diego area, the Silver Strand Beach State Park is on the southern coast of Coronado.
Reviewed By BeachcombingGirl - Seattle, United States
This is a must visit whenever I’m staying at Loews. It’s a wonderfully endless clean beach to just stroll and also great for beach combing! I’ve visited on multiple different occasions and have always found lovely shells as well as lots and lots of sand dollars depending on what time you go. I’ve been luckier other times in terms of what I’ve found but there’s always at least a few sand dollars and some beautiful scallops regardless. Great place for kids to pick up some beach treasure or anyone who likes to collect!
