Top 5 Things to do in Coronado

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Coronado - The California gem, is one of the most splendid cities in the San Diego state. Many people call it an island but technically it is a peninsular as it is connected to the Imperial Beach. Originally it was named ‘The Crowned One’. Coronado has the honor of being the ‘Empress’ of the San Diego bay. (Coronado means ‘crowned’ in Spanish). It is also called ‘The Tent City’ because of the tourist tents that crowded the Coronado Beach during the summer. If you want to enjoy the sunset view on the beach or simply savvy a drink at your hotel, your time in Coronado will be a memorable one!

1. Visit Hotel Del Coronado: Built in 1888 Hotel Del Coronado is one of America’s largest wooden buildings. Even if you are not staying here you can simply capture the famous Victorian beauty with your camera. The rooms are simply breathtaking with antique furniture and you will not find any two that are alike. There are fine restaurants including the ‘Prince of Wales’ restaurant and ‘Crown Room’. Beautiful grounds, a beach and dancing rooms await you at the Hotel Del Coronado.

2. Coronado Bridge: The 2.2 mile long bridge was constructed in 1969 and is a major attraction of Coronado. It is ironic that the best time to travel the bridge is during the rush hour as the impasse arranges a comfortable pace to spot the sunset.

3. Take a Coronado Walking Tour: You can take an interesting 90 minute tour through Coronado. Your tour will start from Glorietta Bay Inn on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

4. Stroll around The Ferry Landing Marketplace: In mood for casual fun shopping? Then head straight to the Ferry Landing Marketplace. It has small shops, restaurants, art galleries, you name it. You can meet friends at ‘Beach Café’ or rent a “beach cruiser” to cruise the island via bike.

5. Gondola Cruises: When visiting Coronado, make sure you get a reservation for a ‘Gondola Cruise’. You can retain the different packages available by different cruise companies. Your trip through the enchanting canals and waterways of Coronado Bay will be romantic, exciting and definitely memorable. Simply a must for any couple in love!