Old Town San Diego State Historic Park · Trailwind

LandmarkSan Diego, United StatesThe site of San Diego's original 1820s settlement, preserved as a cluster of adobe buildings, shops, and Mexican restaurants around a central plaza.

Set in: San Diego, United States

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Know before you go

Casa de Estudillo, a restored 1827 adobe home, is the park's centerpiece and free to walk through.

Free walking tours run daily from the visitor center: a good way to get the history rather than just wander.

It's one of the most reliable spots in the city for solid, unpretentious Mexican food.

The Whaley House next door is considered one of the most haunted buildings in America, if that's of interest.

Pairs well with

Balboa Park, 3 mi away

San Diego, 3 mi away

Coronado Beach, 5 mi away

La Jolla Cove, 8 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is Old Town San Diego State Historic Park?Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is in San Diego, United States.What is Old Town San Diego State Historic Park known for?The site of San Diego's original 1820s settlement, preserved as a cluster of adobe buildings, shops, and Mexican restaurants around a central plaza.Keep exploring

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