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Amy Strong Castle


Romantic Ramona home
16422 North Woodson Drive
San Diego, CA 92065
United States
+1 760 788 3555
http://www.mtwoodson.com/
Five years in the making, Amy Irene Strong completed this structure in the small town of Ramona, 45 minutes from downtown, in 1921. The unique Craftsman-style 12,000-square-foot dwelling was originally designed by Strong herself, a prominent San Diego socialite and dress designer. Owned by many throughout the years, it is now the property of Mt. Woodson Golf Club and serves as a frequent site for weddings and special events. Now used as the administration office, the building can be viewed during operating hours.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Coronado Island


Crown jewel of the bay
Across the bridge from downtown
San Diego, CA 92118
United States
+1 619 437 8788 (Coronado Visitors Bureau)
http://www.coronadovisitors.com/
Connected by a thin sandy strip of land to the mainland, Coronado is technically not an island at all, but the island retreat attitude pervades every inch of it. It may be accessed by foot ferry, the toll-free Coronado Bay Bridge or up the Silver Strand peninsula. Leafy, quiet streets lined with perfectly appointed homes resembling gingerbread houses comprise half the island. The other half is home to the Naval Air Station North Island that provides carrier parking for most of the Pacific Fleet. Enjoy walking the broad, mile-long sandy beach crowned by the Victorian splendor of the Hotel del Coronado.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Coronado Island photo by BeachLocal.com
Photo: BeachLocal.com
Coronado Island photo by Francisco Rosadoro
Photo: Francisco Rosadoro
Coronado Island photo by Aine
Photo: Aine
Coronado Island photo by Greg Yetman
Photo: Greg Yetman
Coronado Island photo by Peter Fleck
Photo: Peter Fleck
Coronado Island photo by Ken Thompson
Photo: Ken Thompson
Coronado Island photo by Aine
Photo: Aine
Coronado Island photo by Francisco Rosadoro
Photo: Francisco Rosadoro
Coronado Island photo by KaJun Cheng
Photo: KaJun Cheng
Coronado Island photo by mollusk_michelle
Photo: mollusk_michelle
Coronado Island photo by Jason Montgomery
Photo: Jason Montgomery
Coronado Island photo by woodchucker2
Photo: woodchucker2
Coronado Island photo by Stephen J. Zeller
Photo: Stephen J. Zeller
Coronado Island photo by Michael Miller
Photo: Michael Miller
Coronado Island photo by Urmitapa Dutta
Photo: Urmitapa Dutta
Coronado Island photo by soen_family
Photo: soen_family
Coronado Island photo by Katherine Hooker
Photo: Katherine Hooker
Coronado Island photo by Laura Piserchia
Photo: Laura Piserchia
Coronado Island photo by Amanda Walter
Photo: Amanda Walter
Coronado Island photo by Keith Lehr
Photo: Keith Lehr
Coronado Island photo by Vivek (viks)
Photo: Vivek (viks)
Coronado Island photo by Haley Kristine
Photo: Haley Kristine
Coronado Island photo by airgap
Photo: airgap
Coronado Island photo by Peter Szanto
Photo: Peter Szanto
Coronado Island photo by James Abraham
Photo: James Abraham
Coronado Island photo by Patrick Ng
Photo: Patrick Ng
Coronado Island photo by >WouteR<
Photo: >WouteR<
Coronado Island photo by Tim F
Photo: Tim F
Coronado Island photo by Teresa Klostermann
Photo: Teresa Klostermann
Coronado Island photo by desert hiker
Photo: desert hiker
Coronado Island photo by Stefan Martorano
Photo: Stefan Martorano
Coronado Island photo by Linda Zettersten
Photo: Linda Zettersten
Coronado Island photo by Grace
Photo: Grace
Coronado Island photo by Alli Easley
Photo: Alli Easley
Coronado Island photo by Janae Csavina
Photo: Janae Csavina
 

 
Gaslamp Quarter


San Diego's Thriving Heart
Downtown San Diego
(Bordered by Broadway, Harbor Drive, Fourth and Sixth streets)
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 233 5227 (Gaslamp Quarter Association)
http://www.gaslamp.org
info@gaslamp.org
Vibrant, eclectic, and endlessly entertaining, the Gaslamp Quarter covers more than 16 city blocks of downtown San Diego, with hundreds of specialty shops and dozens of trendy restaurants, bars and avant-garde playhouses. Most of the shops keep late hours, so delightful shopping, drinking, and dining can occur virtually simultaneously. Cutting-edge women's fashions elbow up against exclusive art galleries, while nearby is a hardware store founded more than 100 years ago. The San Diego Convention Center is just steps away from the Gaslamp, and during major conventions the flow of souvenir-hunting attendees floods the area. For an upscale shopping mall experience, the adjacent Horton Plaza offers major department stores and a hundred or so mall shops set in an architecturally amusing maze of bridges, stairways, and intricately tiled walls. If you have just a few hours to devote to shopping - or San Diego itself - spend the time and the money here. Credit card acceptance varies by business.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Jonathan Almero
Photo: Jonathan Almero
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Chang
Photo: Chang
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Preekout.com
Photo: Preekout.com
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Jeff Yeh
Photo: Jeff Yeh
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Jeffrey Hartman
Photo: Jeffrey Hartman
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Rex Enigma
Photo: Rex Enigma
Gaslamp Quarter photo by James Wong
Photo: James Wong
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Adrienne Norman
Photo: Adrienne Norman
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Jeffrey Hartman
Photo: Jeffrey Hartman
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Erik Jaeger
Photo: Erik Jaeger
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Chris Lee
Photo: Chris Lee
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Alessandra Piccioni
Photo: Alessandra Piccioni
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Lms Fire
Photo: Lms Fire
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Marc Salleras
Photo: Marc Salleras
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Alexander Farennikov
Photo: Alexander Farennikov
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Tim Harding
Photo: Tim Harding
Gaslamp Quarter photo by ichthyos
Photo: ichthyos
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Eric Mendoza
Photo: Eric Mendoza
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Hans van Leeuwenl
Photo: Hans van Leeuwenl
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Samielle's luggage h
Photo: Samielle's luggage h
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Jenny Hanson
Photo: Jenny Hanson
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Erica
Photo: Erica
Gaslamp Quarter photo by christmas loser
Photo: christmas loser
Gaslamp Quarter photo by Heather McGuire
Photo: Heather McGuire
Gaslamp Quarter photo by dbertsch
Photo: dbertsch
Gaslamp Quarter photo by dita_vlckova
Photo: dita_vlckova
Gaslamp Quarter photo by hcabral
Photo: hcabral
 

 
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours


Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours - William Heath Davis House Museum
410 Island Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 233 4692
www.gaslampquarter.org
tracy@gaslampquarter.org
Each Saturday you have the chance to take an inexpensive guided tour through the historic Gaslamp Quarter. This 16-block area has it all. Beautiful Victorian houses line some of the streets, and you can choose from more than 60 restaurants for a later lunch or dinner. Of course, at any hour of the day or night, the Gaslamp Quarter is available for self tours, an opportunity to see the melding of old and new San Diego downtown. But, this guided tour is recommended to fully appreciate the history of this downtown San Diego district. Fees: $8 adults, $6 seniors and students. Cash Only.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Kevin Liu
Photo: Kevin Liu
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Kelly Amabile
Photo: Kelly Amabile
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by ercy coronel
Photo: ercy coronel
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by A L Vincenty
Photo: A L Vincenty
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Kevin Liu
Photo: Kevin Liu
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Andy K.
Photo: Andy K.
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Pattye G.
Photo: Pattye G.
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Young Skywalker
Photo: Young Skywalker
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours photo by Robin Brown
Photo: Robin Brown
 

 
Heritage Park


Victorian manors
2455 Heritage Park Road
San Diego, CA 92110
United States
+1 858 565 3600
While visiting Old Town, be sure to take time to step into the past. Maintained by the San Diego County Department of Parks & Recreation, these stately Victorian homes were moved to this site during the '40s in order to protect them for generations to come. The area includes Senlis Cottage 1896, Sherman-Gilbert House 1887, Italiante Christian House 1889, Queen Anne McConaughy House 1887, Stick Eastlake Burton House 1887, Classic Revival Temple Beth Israel 1889, Classic revival and the oldest Jewish temple in the city.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Heritage Park photo by Lyn Church
Photo: Lyn Church
 

 
La Jolla Woman's Club


Memorable architecture
715 Silverado St
San Diego, CA 92037
United States
+1 858 454 2354
http://www.lajollawomansclub.com
ljwclub@aol.com
Between 1913 and 1914, Ellen Browning Scripps provided the financial backing for architect Irving Gill to design this clubhouse. The clubhouse has been home to the La Jolla Woman's Club for decades. The society began as a reading circle in the 1890s, then expanded their services and moved into this facility in the 20th century. The clubhouse is a popular spot for weddings, parties, banquets and business meetings. An auditorium, complete with stage, hosts up to 300 people. See website for complete visitor details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Little Italy District


Italian California
1830 Columbia Street
(Little Italy Association)
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 233 3898 (Little Italy Association)
http://www.littleitalysd.com
mail@LittleItalySD.com
San Diegans of Italian ancestry are working hard to restore and revitalize this seaside district just off downtown San Diego and the results are fabulous. Visitors will enjoy the plethora of Italian markets and bakeries, may watch a game of bolla at the local park or light a candle at the Our Lady of the Rosary Church where Italian fishermen of San Diego's once-massive tuna fleet used to seek blessings. In October, a three-day festival brings 50,000 visitors to the area. Credit card acceptance varies.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Little Italy District photo by Ian Marsh
Photo: Ian Marsh
Little Italy District photo by Emily Ho
Photo: Emily Ho
Little Italy District photo by Vanessa Morsse
Photo: Vanessa Morsse
Little Italy District photo by Sol Gutierrez
Photo: Sol Gutierrez
Little Italy District photo by Ryan ODonnell
Photo: Ryan ODonnell
Little Italy District photo by Jen Bladen
Photo: Jen Bladen
Little Italy District photo by Keith H.
Photo: Keith H.
Little Italy District photo by leeånne vavra
Photo: leeånne vavra
Little Italy District photo by Cody Russell
Photo: Cody Russell
Little Italy District photo by William Grootonk
Photo: William Grootonk
Little Italy District photo by Richard Guinn
Photo: Richard Guinn
Little Italy District photo by lizp71199
Photo: lizp71199
Little Italy District photo by isabelcoffette
Photo: isabelcoffette
Little Italy District photo by Lauren Beauchemin
Photo: Lauren Beauchemin
Little Italy District photo by James A. Steeby
Photo: James A. Steeby
Little Italy District photo by Bryan Giardinelli
Photo: Bryan Giardinelli
Little Italy District photo by kellymatlock
Photo: kellymatlock
Little Italy District photo by annette amaral
Photo: annette amaral
Little Italy District photo by Tim
Photo: Tim
Little Italy District photo by jspintv
Photo: jspintv
Little Italy District photo by Darrin Pachman
Photo: Darrin Pachman
Little Italy District photo by Teri White
Photo: Teri White
Little Italy District photo by dianemariet
Photo: dianemariet
Little Italy District photo by Alan Nakkash
Photo: Alan Nakkash
Little Italy District photo by Jeff
Photo: Jeff
 

 
Marston House


1905 mansion
3525 Seventh Avenue
Balboa Park
San Diego, CA 92103
United States
+1 619 298 3142 / +1 858 292 0455
http://www.sandiegohistory.org...
Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this fine example of American Craftsman-style architecture built in 1905, is surrounded by five acres of landscaped grounds blending an Old English romantic flavor and its early California influence. This house was built for George Marston, a prominent civic leader and businessman by architects Wm. Hebbard and Irving Gill. The interior showcases the simplicity and functionality of its style. Come get a little California history. Admission for Adults:$5, and for Children (6-17): $2, cash only.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Marston House photo by Allan Ferguson
Photo: Allan Ferguson
Marston House photo by shindohd
Photo: shindohd
 

 
Mt. Woodson Castle


Magnificent stone mansion
16422 North Woodson Drive
San Diego, CA 92065
United States
+1 760 788 3555 x231
http://www.mtwoodson.com/
eventsales@mtwoodson.com
This impressive 27-room, 12,000-square-foot stone mansion was completed in 1921 on the original 320-acre homestead of Dr. Marshall Clay Woodson. A Confederate surgeon, Woodson settled in this North County area in 1875. Begun in 1916, this combination of California Craftsman and Mission Revival architecture cost a then unheard of $50,000 to build. Unique during its time for luxuries such as hot running water, a telephone and electricity, this monolithic home listed on the National registry of Historic Places, now hosts weddings, receptions and private parties. Call for tour information or to book an event.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Rancho Buena Vista Adobe


1845 land grant
651 East Vista Way
San Diego, CA 92084
United States
+1 760 634 6139
http://www.ci.vista.ca.us/adobe
An excellent example of an intact adobe structure, this building rests on the remains of an 1845 Spanish Land Grant. Named after a Spanish Marquez, the adobe is in original condition and houses a very fine exhibit of museum-quality artifacts of its time. Many seasonal events and celebrations are held here throughout the year. The Adobe Gallery and La Tiendita gift shop are also located on the property. Admission: $3 adults; $2 seniors, $1 students, 50 cents children ages 12 and under.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
San Diego Bike and Kayak Tours Inc.


Adventure Made Easy
2222, Avenida De La Playa
San Diego, CA 92037
United States
+1 858 454 1010
http://www.sandiegobikeandkaya...
info@sandiegobikeandkayaktours.com
For a truly one of a kind excursion in the San Diego area, take to the seas-- and what better way than aboard a kayak? San Diego Bike and Kayak Tours Inc. offers great packages to suit the needs of every visitor, from sea-savvy boaters to inexperienced newcomers. They have also set up a variety of combination tours that pair kayak trips with bike rides or snorkeling. Regardless of which option you choose, after you leave the rush of the city, the excitement really begins. For those interested in kayaking, you'll discover a coastline dotted with marine life sure to delight nature lovers, and hidden caves that conceal mysteries ready to be explored. For a closer look, you can hop into the ocean for some snorkeling and get up close with the gentle Leopard Sharks and colorful Garibaldi fish. If you prefer to remain on solid ground, the bike tours are a great choice for catching some of the best sights of the city. The Freefall Tour is a popular choice, beginning with panoramic views at the top of Mt. Soledad and cruising past sites like the Pacific Beach Boardwalk towards La Jolla Cove. Packages are available year round, and be sure to check the website for ticketing information, special deals, and group events.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
The Whaley House


San Diego Specter
2476 San Diego Avenue
San Diego, CA 92110
United States
+1 619 297 9327 / +1 619 297 7511
http://www.whaleyhouse.org
soho-1@sohosandiego.org
This house is one of a select few authenticated by the United States Department of Commerce as being haunted. Thomas Whaley, a New York entrepreneur who came to California during the Gold Rush, built the two-story brick home in 1856 in order to provide East-coast civility for his wife. Used as the county courthouse and government seat during the 1870s, artifacts and period furnishings remain intact. Apparently, so has the ghost. See website for more on the history of Whaley and his house, as well as group tour info, and special event announcements.

Admission: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for children.

Review © 2007, Wcities
The Whaley House photo by Matthew Brown
Photo: Matthew Brown
The Whaley House photo by Guy
Photo: Guy
The Whaley House photo by Chris Hiatt
Photo: Chris Hiatt
The Whaley House photo by Don Baird
Photo: Don Baird
 

 
Villa Montezuma


Posh Victorian home
1925 K Street
(20th and K Streets)
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 239 2211
http://www.sandiegohistory.org...
This glorious example of Victorian architecture was built in 1887 for the eccentric author, musician, and spiritualist medium Jesse Sheppard. Replete with all the fancy turned work and enchanting dragon-topped turrets that mark the Victorian style, this well-preserved mansion is now frequently the site of Victorian teas, musicales, Halloween and Victorian Christmas celebrations. Listed on the National Registry of Historical Places, they offer tours and private bookings can be arranged. Cash only for tour fees, which are about $5 for Adults, $2 for ages 6-17 , $4 for Students, Seniors, Military and Group.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Villa Montezuma photo by Allan Ferguson
Photo: Allan Ferguson
Villa Montezuma photo by Allan Ferguson
Photo: Allan Ferguson
 

 
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