Coronado Attractions

Take the Coronado Ferry over to San Diego Seaport Village

Coronado Ferry Landing

Whether you arrive by car, ferry or water taxi, this casually upscale marketplace is as much a fun outing as a shopping spree. Filled with small shops , art galleries and restaurants , this is a great place to sample life on the small island of Coronado. See a map that includes Ferry Landing.

Some favorite places to eat are: Peohe's and Il Fornaio . Try to reserve a table near the water at sunset.

Ferry To San Diego (Schedule)

A scenic, nostalgic ferry ride takes you a million miles away from everyday life! The ferry shuttles between the Broadway Pier (Downtown San Diego) and The Ferry Landing Marketplace (Coronado) year 'round.

The ferry departs the Broadway Pier daily for Coronado, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and crossings continue every hour on the hour until 9:00 p.m. Departures from Coronado begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue every hour on the half hour until 9:30 p.m

Beaches, Bays & Parks > Coronado has 12 parks and 4 pristine beaches ( Silver Strand State Park ).

Coronado Central Beach
Runs along Ocean Boulevard with a back drop of fine homes and mansions. Restrooms and shower facilities. Lifeguards on duty. Tidepools, fishing in front of the Hotel del Coronado. Fire rings, dog run at north end. Free parking on Ocean Boulevard.

Coronado Dog Beach
Located in the picturesque city of Coronado, the dog beach in Coronado is at the most northern end of the beach next to the Naval Air Station. Wide and sandy, with the Pacific surf and the Hotel del Coronado in the background, Coronado's dog beach is a nice getaway. Located on Ocean Blvd. near Sunset Park.

Glorietta Bay Beach
Located South of the Hotel del Coronado and City Hall, the Glorietta Bay Beach offers a unique view of the Glorietta Bay and the San Diego- Coronado Bridge. With a large grass-filled park, restrooms, playground equipment, and a small beach area, the Glorietta Bay Beach can provide hours of fun, and a relaxing time for all individuals.

Silver Strand State Beach
Located 4.5 miles south of Coronado Village along the Silver Strand. Fire rings, lifeguards, restrooms, showers. An underpass allows access to bayside beach and picnic area and Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact (619) 435-5184 for reservations and fee information.

Ferry Landing Marketplace
Sandy beach adjacent to fishing/ferry pier. Grassy lawn with sweeping views of San Diego Bay. Restrooms. Free parking. (619) 435-8895.

Coronado Parks ( see map of Coronado parks here )

CORONADO BANDEL PARK
A triangle patch at Alameda and Tenth Street, this 16,700 square foot park was named after Louis C. Bandel, longtime city maintenance worker.

CORONADO BAY CIRCLE PARK
The oldest and tiniest park at 1800 square feet, the park consists of a plot of grass surrounded by namesake Bay Circle Street.

CORONADO CAYS PARK
The park of six acres is positioned near Coronado Cays Boulevard and Grand Caribe Causeway.

CORONADO CENTENNIAL PARK
An extension of Orange Avenue between First Street and San Diego Bay, the park is located at the foot of Orange Avenue, near the Landing condominiums. The park is 49,000 square feet.

CORONADO CRONAN PARK
This park, at the corner of Sixth Street and Pomona Avenue measures 2, 300 square feet and is named for William Cronin, Medal of Honor recipient for heroism in the 1905 USS Bennington disaster in San Diego Bay.

CORONADO GLORIETTA BAY PARK
A little more than two-acres nestled between the Municipal Pool and Naval Amphibious Base, this is probably the most scenic of the lost. It takes its name from the fabulous Glorietta Bay.

CORONADO I AVENUE PARK
An extension of L Avenue between First Street and San Diego Bay. The park's 9,600 square feet offers a commanding view of the Bay and San Diego skyline.

CORONADO MATHEWSON PARK
One-acre park bordered by Adella and Pomona avenues and Park View Place, it was named for former city clerk, A.A. Mathewson.

CORONADO NORTH CAYS PARK
A two-acre park at the north tip of the Cays.

CORONADO PALM PARK
The one-half acre park offers a few trees and a swing set. It is located at Palm Avenue and Third Street.

CORONADO ROTARY PARK
At 2,000 sq. ft., this park rivals Bay Circle Park as the city's smallest. Tucked between Isabella Avenue and Park Place, it is the site of the 50 ft. pine that is the city's official Christmas tree.

CORONADO SDG & E PARK
The utility company owns a 1/3-acre plot at the foot of E Avenue between First Street and San Diego Bay. They let the city borrow it for use as a park in 1917, but kept their name on it.

CORONADO SPRECKELS PARK
The granddaddy of Coronado parks covers eight acres in the center of town and features a playground and a gazebo. The gazebo is the site of the Summer Concert Series, Sunday nights at 6 pm, from Memorial Day weekend through mid-September. The park is also the site of the Annual Flower Show, Art-in-the-Park and other community activities throughout the year. Donated by and named after one of Coronado's city father's J.D. Spreckels in 1927.

CORONADO STAR PARK
A half-acre park, surrounded by Star Park Circle, it was also donated by J.D. Spreckels, but takes its name from the five streets that shoot out from the middle circle and in early photos resembled a star.

CORONADO SUNSET PARK
A three-acre patch of green on Ocean Boulevard near Naval Air Station North Island ‘s Gate 5. This land was yet another of Spreckels gifts that offers a fabulous view of sunsets over the Pacific.

CORONADO TIDELANDS PARK
Coronado's largest park with 22 acres of beachfront land off of Glorietta Boulevard, north of the former Bridge toll plaza. The park has four ball fields, a playground, a small beach exercise course, picnic benches, bike and pedestrian paths, restrooms and parking for more than 200 cars.

CORONADO TRIANGLE PARK
This triangle-shaped half-acre lies between Palm and F Avenues and Fourth Street.

CORONADO VETTER PARK
Named in honor of former Coronado Mayor Paul Vetter this half-acre park borders Cajon Place and Guadalupe Avenue.

Coronado's Art-In-The-Park > Features more than 50 top artists in every genre. Located in Spreckles Park.

Coronado Museum of History and Art > Art, architectural elements, textiles, ephemera, and other memorabilia.

Coronado Playhouse > The oldest community theatre in Coronado and San Diego County.

Coronado Skate Park > 619-522-7342 > 18,000 square feet of bowls, turns and ramps. ( review )

Coronado Tree Tour > 619-435-1764 > A 90-minute tour of Coronado's park by local arborist, Shannon Player.

Coronado Walking Tour > 619-435-5892 > A 90-minute guided walking tour of historic areas in Coronado.

Gondola Cruises > A relaxing and romantic cruise through the canals and waterways of the Coronado Cays.

Lamb's Players Theatre > A professional, non-profit performing arts organization that tells good stories well.

Old Town Trolley Tour > Tour of Old Town, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, Balboa Park, Coronado & more.

Silver Strand State Beach > Camping is available for self contained vehicles (RVs, motor-homes or trailers).

San Diego Attractions

Balboa Park > Museums, IMAX, Old Globe Theatre, picnic grounds, restaurants, and more.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps > Provides education through creative exhibits, programs, and activities.

Ghosts and Gravestones > A spine tingling trolley and walking tour of San Diego's most haunted sites.

LEGOLAND > An entire theme park dedicated to LEGO. Enjoy rides, attractions and shows.

San Diego Chargers > National Football League team in San Diego.

San Diego Gulls > It may not get cold enough for snow, but San Diego plays great hockey.

San Diego Harbor Excursion > Dinner cruises, whale watching, city tours and more.

San Diego Padres > Major League Baseball team in San Diego.

San Diego Sockers > Major Indoor Soccer League team in San Diego.

San Diego Spirit > Women's United Soccer Association team in San Diego.

San Diego Wild Animal Park > Join a safari for a dramatic 1,800-acre animal and plant preserve adventure.

San Diego Zoo > The most famous zoo in all the world. WILL TODAY'S WONDERFUL ANIMAL SPECIES BE TOMORROW'S MYTHICAL CREATURES?

While we don't have unicorns or gryphons at the San Diego Zoo, we do have some really incredible animal species!
Species such as the okapi were considered to be mythical creatures until they were discovered in the early 1900s. When you see an okapi, you are seeing a species that is every bit as incredible as a unicorn or gryphon

Sea World > Get splashed by Shamu, be amazed by Cirque de la Mer and more.

SEAL Amphibious Tour > San Diego's original amphibious Sea and Land Adventure. Make a Splash on the SEAL! Experience San Diego as it was meant to be appreciated...by land and by sea! Our brand new "Hydra Terra's" provide you with the unique ability to see America's Finest City on San Diego's only amphibious sightseeing tour. This 90-minute fully-narrated journey departs from Seaport Village located on Harbor Drive at the Embarcadero. As you travel along our beautiful Big Bay by land, you will hear the stories of early sailors as well as the history of our 14-mile long working bay. You also will learn about the importance of the military here in San Diego. The tour on land takes you past the San Diego International Airport dedicated to aviator Charles Lindbergh, just one of the many people you will hear about on your tour.

Triple Espresso > Enjoy this highly caffeinated comedy downtown in the Gaslamp!