Tours of coronado island in san diego, california
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A scenic two-mile drive from downtown San Diego, Coronado Island features a thriving beach community, world-class resorts and more than 70 restaurants. Approximately 2 million people visit Coronado annually to explore the upscale boutiques, art galleries, day spas and yacht marinas and play on the championship 18-hole golf course. The legendary Victorian beachfront hotel, the Hotel Del Coronado," was built in 1888 and is now a National Historic Landmark. Volunteer docents from the Coronado Historical Association lead one-hour tours through the historic hotel several times a week. Additional tours of Coronado Island include walking tours, sightseeing cruises and gondola rides.
Coronado Walking Tour
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 11 a.m. a 90-minute guided walking tour of historic Coronado departs from the Glorietta Bay Inn, located across the street from the Hotel del Coronado. The casual tour begins in the music room of the Glorietta Bay Inn with an informative commentary about the early history of the area and the original owner of the property, John D. Spreckels. The tour continues with a stroll around the Hotel del Coronado and then out to Ocean Boulevard to enjoy views of the beach as the guide offers an overview of the local community, historic mansions and the Navy presence on the island. The tour proceeds to Star Park to several Victorian homes and gardens before ending on Orange Avenue. The entire walking tour covers approximately eight blocks and is wheelchair and stroller friendly. Guests should meet at the Glorietta Bay Inn at least five minutes before the tour is scheduled to begin. AAA discounts are available, children under 3 years old are free, and children under 12 are offered half-price admission. Tours include a maximum of 25 people per guide. In the rare case of inclement weather, call to confirm whether the tour will be held. Customized group tours can be arranged upon request.
Coronado Walking Tour
Departure Point: Glorietta Bay Inn
1630 Glorietta Blvd.
Coronado, CA 92118
619-435-5993
coronadowalkingtour.com
The Gondola Company
Experience the magic of a traditional Italian gondola tour as you gently glide through the scenic canals of the Coronado Cays in a private boat. The relaxing sightseeing cruises last approximately one hour and include a complimentary appetizer or dessert plate. Guests are welcome to bring their own beverages, and the tour company will supply ice buckets, glassware and wine openers. Each gondola can accommodate up to six passengers, and soft blankets are provided to keep guests warm and comfortable. Passengers can choose from several tour experiences, ranging from a romantic sunset cruise for two to a family-style cruise with large gondolas that fit up to 14 passengers per boat. Gondola tours are available weekdays from 3 p.m. to midnight and weekends from 11 a.m. to midnight. Reservations are required.
The Gondola Company
4000 Loews Coronado Bay Rd.
Coronado, CA 92118
619-429-6317
gondolacompany.com
Coronado Island Nature Cruise
Cruise around the San Diego Bay and listen to friendly and knowledgeable guides discuss life on the islands, such as the infamous rum-running days and the Old Casino. The 5 1/2-hour sightseeing cruise around the Los Coronado Islands offers the opportunity to view local marine life, including dolphins, harbor seals, sea lions, kelp forests and numerous varieties of sea birds and an elephant seal rookery. The sightseeing cruises depart from Broadway Pier on Harbor Drive in San Diego and are held Thursday through Sunday from late December through late May. Boarding begins at 10 a.m., the cruise departs at 10:15 a.m. and the cruise ship returns to the pier at about 3:45 p.m. Hot food and beverages are available for purchase on-board.
Coronado Island Nature Cruise
702-233-1627
allsandiegotours.com
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