Waterfront Beaches Coronado

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Coronado Island

A charming island with stunning skyline views, the iconic Hotel Del, great dining on Orange Avenue, and a ferry ride that makes getting there half the fun.

Area

Coronado Ferry Landing

Located where Orange Avenue meets the San Diego Bay waterfront. Best views of the San Diego skyline, with small shops, cafes, pizza, fine dining, and lots of grassy areas to hang out.

Pro Tip — Park free for 2 hours right at the Ferry Landing, then hop on the ferry to downtown San Diego for $8 per person each way. The 15-minute crossing gives you stunning bay views from the water — and honestly feels like a mini boat cruise. It's one of the most affordable and scenic things you can do in San Diego. flagshipsd.com/coronado-ferry-landing

Tartine Cafe

☕ Fantastic Coffee, Dessert & Paninis

1106 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  tartinecoronado.com

Il Fornaio

🕯️ Romantic Dining

1333 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  ilfornaio.com

Village Pizzeria Bayside

🍕 Pizza!

1201 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  villagepizzeriasd.com

Holland's Bicycles

🚲 Bike & E-Bike Rentals — A Must Do!

Riding around Coronado Island is one of the best things you can do during your visit. Holland's rents cruisers, e-bikes, tandems, and the iconic Surrey bikes — those fun side-by-side covered pedal carriages that seat up to 6 adults. They're a blast and perfect for exploring the island together. Right at the Ferry Landing with 2 hours free parking.

1201 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  hollandsbicycles.com

Parking nearby 1201 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118

Landmark

Hotel Del Coronado

A beautiful historic beachfront hotel — or the "Hotel Del" as locals call it. Featured in Hollywood movies and recently upgraded with a stunning new beachfront area. A great spot to hang out even if you're not staying there.

1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  hoteldel.com/dine

Beach & Taco Shack

🌮 Fish Tacos & Burritos

Steps from the crashing waves — Coronado's best fish tacos paired with tropical cocktails, beer, and wine. Grab and go or stay a while.

Sun Deck

🍕 Casual Beachfront Eats

A laid-back beachfront eatery serving pizzas, salads, burgers, and hand-crafted cocktails with stunning ocean views. Perfect for a casual bite right on the sand.

Nobu Del Coronado

🍣 Rooftop Bar & Spectacular Ocean Views

World-renowned Nobu with an incredible rooftop setup — al fresco oceanfront dining, a pagoda bar, and a dedicated sushi bar overlooking the Pacific. The views alone are worth it.

Parking note No ideal lot nearby — recommend street parking just east of the hotel.

Main Street

Downtown Coronado — Orange Avenue

One of San Diego's best-kept secrets. Orange Avenue is Coronado's charming main street — and it deserves a full afternoon of your trip.

The Loop — Start at Hotel Del → walk east on Orange Ave → end at the Ferry Landing → grab a coffee or snack → hop the ferry back to downtown San Diego for $8 each way. A perfect half-day.

Start at the iconic Hotel Del and walk east toward the Ferry Landing. The further you go, the more the downtown San Diego skyline opens up across the bay — a view that honestly stops you in your tracks.

Loop back at your own pace, popping into upscale boutiques, eclectic coffee shops, gelato spots, and local bakeries along the way.

Coronado's weather is famously near-perfect year-round. Wide sidewalks, swaying palms, gorgeous craftsman homes on the side streets — and a relaxed energy that's hard to find this close to a major city.

Locals call Coronado the Jewel of San Diego. An afternoon on Orange Avenue is exactly why.

The Henry

🕯️ Romantic Dining — Great for Lunch or Dinner

1031 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  thehenryrestaurant.com

Village Pizzeria Downtown

🍕 Pizza!

1206 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118  ·  villagepizzeriasd.com