OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO STATE HISTORIC PARK
4002 Wallace Street, San Diego, CA 92110 Directions
Since 1825
Here’s The Deal:
"'Old Town San Diego State Historic Park' is located in Wallace Street, San Diego. It was established in 1968. The park commemorates the early days of the City of San Diego and includes many historic buildings from the period 1820 to 1870. The historical Park includes a combination of restored historic and rebuilt original structures, including five unique adobe constructions. It provides the opportunity to witness early San Diego's history by providing a connection to the past. It offers excellent free regular park tours from 11 am to 2 pm."
SPECIALTY:
Exhibits, Gardens, Shops, Buildings, Interpretive Exhibits, Collection, Music, Historical Children's Crafts, Picnic Areas, Guided Tours, Family Programs, Visitor Guides & Restaurants
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MORMON BATTALION HISTORIC SITE
2510 Juan Street, San Diego, CA 92110 Directions
Since 1847
Here’s The Deal:
"The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is a historic site in Old Town, San Diego, California. Mormon Battalion Historic Site was founded in 1847. It displays an interactive video tour, historical artifacts, and presentations on gold panning and brickmaking. Mormon Battalion Historic Site is a visitor center in San Diego commemorating the Mormon Battalion's historical journey from the Council Bluffs area. At Mormon Battalion, you can see an interactive exhibition and practice events. It is a cultural landmark and also has restaurants, stores, and entertainment facilities. It affords free admission. Free parking is available."
SPECIALTY:
Exhibits, Historic Sites, Visitor's Centers, Landmarks, Historical Buildings, Recreation Camps, Interactive Tour, Kid's and Adults Programs, LDS Family Services & Monuments
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OLD POINT LOMA LIGHTHOUSE
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, San Diego, CA 92106 Directions
Since 1855
Here’s The Deal:
"Old Point Loma Lighthouse has been guarding the entrance to San Diego Bay for 36 years. The National Park Service rehabilitated the forest to its former condition in the 1880s. You can see the light shining as it did more than 100 years ago. Old Point Loma is the perfect place to get a picnic and enjoy the city's spectacular view. The lighthouse is about 422 feet above sea level and the ocean, and the lighthouse act as both a portlight and a beacon on the coast."
SPECIALTY:
Monument, Landmarks, Hike, Lighthouse, Historical Buildings, Visitor Center, Tower & Tide Pools