The San Diego-Coronado Bridge, locally referred to as the Coronado Bridge, is a "prestressed concrete/steel" girder bridge, crossing over San Diego Bay in the United States, linking San Diego, California with Coronado, California. The bridge is signed as part of California State Highway 75....Our Guide
Seaport Village is a 14 acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex recreating a harbor side setting of a century ago. Includes 54 one of a kind shops, 13 casual dining eateries, 4 fine dining waterfront restaurants. Opened in 1980. Four miles of meandering cobblestone pathways bordered by ponds, lakes, fountains and colorful, lush landscaping. Quarter mile boardwalk along the San Diego Bay. Four bay-view dining restaurants. Thirteen international eateries.... Our Guide
Embarcadero Marina Park is right next door to Seaport Village. Embarcadero Marina Park takes the form of two green "arms" that reach into the San Diego Bay and wrap around the Embarcadero Marina....Our Guide
History of The Queen Mary, Long Beach, Ca THE QUEEN MARY 1126 Queens Highway Long Beach, California 90802 (310) 435-3511 The Maiden Voyage May 26, 1936: Her Majesty, Queen Mary of England, celebrated her 69th birthday. Her entourage marked the occasion with a quiet luncheon inside the confines of Buckingham Palace. Hours later, the Queen received a somewhat belated birthday present of magnificent propertions - stretching 1,018 feet in length and weighing more than 77,500 tons. May 27, 1936....Our Guide
Pacific Beach is a Mecca for nightlife, known throughout the country and beyond, the coffee houses, nightclubs, and late-night restaurants are clustered mainly along Garnet Avenue and Mission Boulevard, close to the beach. Within blocks, though, a quieter PB emerges....Our Guide
HMS SURPRISE Strike a pose at the helm of the HMS. Surprise just like Russell Crowe as Captain "Lucky Jack Aubrey." The ship used in the academy award winning film, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World found a permanent home at the Maritime Museum of San Diego in 2004. The HMS Surprise is a magnificent replica of an 18th century Royal Navy frigate....Our Guide
The Star of India is the world's oldest active ship. She began her life on the stocks at Ramsey Shipyard in the Isle of Man in 1863. Iron ships were experiments of sorts then, with most vessels still being built of wood. Within five months of laying her keel, the ship was launched into her element. She bore the name Euterpe, after the Greek goddess of music....Our Guide
At The Salk Institute for Biological Studies Dr. Jonas Salk, developer of the polio vaccine, established the Salk Institute for Biological Studies more than 40 years ago. His goal was to create an institute that would serve as a "crucible for creativity" to pursue questions about the basic principles of life. He wanted biologists and others to work together to explore the wider implications of their discoveries for the future of humanity....Our Guide
The La Jolla Institute for Molecular Medicine, an academic research institute, is dedicated to the conduct of molecular and biomedical research into the cause and cures of cancer and vascular diseases....Our Guide
The Hotel del Coronado, located across San Diego Bay on the Coronado peninsula, first opened for business in 1888. Today it remains one of the most celebrated Victorian seaside resorts in the world.....Our Guide
VIEW THE WORLD’S LARGEST DIGITAL PANORAMIC SHOTS OF SAN DIEGO
The San Diego Skyline is one of the growing beauties in the USA it’s ever changing line has become a harbor destination for both international commerce and the tourism industry. With the incredible sunsets and clear weather in San Diego it’s not difficult to get a fabulous day or night shot of the skyline. One only needs to be patient to capture the light over the city at it’s optimal times. These shot were taken from Coronado island in San Diego harbor.....Our Guide
The Botanical Building in Balboa Park Carleton Winslow designed the Botanical Building for the 1915 Exposition. The building was closed from 1941 to 1959 for a reconstruction that cost $63,500 and used more than 70,000 linear feet of redwood.....Our Guide
Plaza de Panama Fountain Located in the center of Balboa Park, this beautiful fountain is surrounded by colorful flowers and is a popular photo spot for visitors from around the world.....Our Guide
Spreckels Organ Pavilion The Spreckels Organ Pavilion is the home of the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ with over 4,500 pipes. Constructed for the 1915 Pan American Exposition and given to the city by John and Adolf Spreckels.......Our Guide
San Diego Museum of Man (California Tower) The San Diego Museum of Man is a museum of anthropology with some of the greatest treasures in the city. Each exhibit is another chapter in the fascinating story of mankind and displays part of the Museum of Man's unique collection of artifact.......Our Guide
The Port of San Diegowelcomes over 190 cruise ships throughout the year at San Diego's B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Seasonally, Holland America Line and Celebrity Cruises homeport in San Diego....Our Guide
The Crystal Piera Landmark Since 1927 Earl Taylor, a Kansas native, arrived in PB in 1923. He purchased and developed many parcels of land in the business district, within several blocks of the ocean....Our Guide
The Crystal Pier received its grand opening at last on July 4th, 1927, complete with a midway, and its much-heralded, cork-lined dance floor. Unfortunately for local dancers, uncreosoted pilings allowed marine borers to nibble the pilings from below, closing Crystal Pier for repairs....Our Guide
Little Italy San Diego's Italian American Neighborhood The Little Italy street sign, erected in 1999, on India Street between Date and Fir identifies the neighborhood that serves as the heart and soul of San Diego's Italian American community.....Our Guide
The San Diego Convention Centerhas to be one of the most impressive structures in the USA. It’s certainly very difficult to photograph with just one shot so here’s an attempt to do it some justice with this panoramic VR view.....Our Guide
The San Diego Trolley is known for its reliability, safety, and convenience. Often called San Diego's "moving landmark", the Trolley is also a fun way to get around, whether commuting to work, traveling to the International Border.....Our Guide
The Mission Beach Plunge, Southern California's Largest Indoor Heated Pool. The Mission Beach Plunge in San Diego opened in May, 1925 as the centerpiece of Belmont Park....Our Guide
