Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

The Old Town San Diego State Historic Site is a must-see for anybody visiting the San Diego area. The park was established with the intention of protecting San Diego's heritage and the city's important place in the state's history.

About 9 acres are dedicated to various museums, displays, and other historic structures on this side of the town. Walking around the park, you can observe numerous examples of adobe construction from early California. The park is perfect for anybody, from history buffs to those just seeking a good time.

The Casa de Estudillo, a rebuilt historic adobe residence that belonged to one of San Diego's most distinguished families, is a major attraction in the park. The house has been meticulously restored to its original 19th-century aesthetic, and it now serves as a museum where you can learn about living in the era.

The Robinson-Rose Mansion, the Mason Street School, and the Old Town San Diego State Historic Site Visitors Center are among the must-see attractions of the park to learn about San Diego's past. The Mason Street School and Robinson-Rose House were both painstakingly restored historic structures that give intriguing insights into the city's early days.

How to explore Old Town San Diego State Historic Park?

• Explore the park's museums, such as the McCoy House Museum, the Black Hawk Smithy, Casa de Estudillo Museum, and the Stable Museum, if you are a history buff. Also, explore the Old Town San Diego -State Historic Park Visitors Center. Each of these places provides a different angle on San Diego and California's past.
• Take a stroll through the park and stop at some of the park's historic structures, such as the Mason Street School, Robinson-Rose House, and the Whaley House. Seeley Stables and the San Diego Union Printing Office are two more places worth learning.
• During the year, the park features a variety of live entertainment for you to enjoy. The list of activities is visible on the park's website.
• Browse the wares at the Bazar del Mundo, a vibrant marketplace adjacent to the park. This bazar sells a variety of handmade crafts, jewelry, textiles, and other one-of-a-kind products.
• Eat at one of the park's many eateries, where you can get authentic Mexican fare and other regional specialties. Casa Guadalajara, Café Coyote, and Old Town Mexican Cafe are three of the more well-known -options to savor your foodie fantasies.
• You get opportunities to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), and the Old Town Art Festival in this park. These celebrations are a wonderful chance to enjoy the park in a joyful and beautiful setting.