Experience the city's early history at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, home to a collection of 19th-century buildings and museums. Visit reconstructed period buildings that would have figured into daily life, such as the courthouse and stables and those for the tobacconist and blacksmiths. The city's first public schoolhouse has been remarkably preserved. Be sure to stop at Casa de Estudillo. This famous adobe structure was constructed in 1827 and was considered one of the finest houses in Mexican California. Pop into some of park's stores to browse fine crafts, jewelry, and artworks. If you're hungry, you'll find plenty of options for Mexican or old-fashioned American fare. Make Old Town San Diego State Historic Park a centerpiece of your San Diego vacation itinerary, and find what else is worth visiting using our San Diego online sightseeing planner.
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park reviews
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Spent a couple of hours wandering around. We took the trolley bus to get here. We are from UK so have an immense amount of history compared to American but it was great to see this sight. Can’t...
Spent a couple of hours wandering around. We took the trolley bus to get here. We are from UK so have an immense amount of history compared to American but it was great to see this sight. Can’t... more »
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Old town is a great place to walk around , shop and eat . We enjoyed going in and out of shops and enjoyed eating a few Mexican restaurants.
Old town is a great place to walk around , shop and eat . We enjoyed going in and out of shops and enjoyed eating a few Mexican restaurants. more »
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Such an awesome way to spend the day. The restored buildings, repurposed as store fronts, museums or restored to their original glory. So much information stepping back in time. Wide variety of shopping and all of the employees are so friendly. Plenty of shaded areas and wide open spaces to sit and enjoy munching on the endless amount of goodies you can purchase. Love to see the history preserved in such a way.
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A really interesting depiction of the life in the Old West, with many different options for crafts and dining. Parking was easily available and it was just a short detour from the highway. Plan on spending about 45 minutes just walking around and checking the different shops. Add about one hour to have a meal in one of the many restaurants (some of them a bit more expensive than what we could find elsewhere for the same type of food but not prohibitively so). A good place to stop by in a visit to San Diego.
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