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During your San Diego vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Balboa Park Municipal Golf Course
Everybody has a humble municipal course like this at home, with a bare-bones 1920s clubhouse where old guys hold down lunch counter stools for hours after the game -- and players take a few more mulligans than they would elsewhere. Surrounded by the beauty of Balboa Park, this 18-hole course features pure greens, fairways sprinkled with eucalyptus leaves, and distractingly nice views of the San Diego skyline. It's so convenient and affordable that it's the perfect choice for visitors who want to work some golf into their vacation rather than the other way around. The course even rents clubs. Nonresident greens fees are $35 weekdays, $40 weekends; the twilight rate is $20; cart rental is $24, pull carts $5. Reservations are suggested at least a week in advance.You don't have to be a golfer to enjoy Tobey's 19th Hole, the clubhouse's simple café, offering splendid views of Point Loma, downtown, and the park from a deck. The food is cheap and diner-esque -- omelets, biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash for breakfast; chiliburgers and sandwiches for lunch -- but this local hangout is a nice find for visitors.
Giant Dipper Roller Coaster
A local landmark for almost 80 years, the Giant Dipper is one of two surviving fixtures from the original Belmont Amusement Park (the other is The Plunge swimming pool). After sitting dormant for 15 years, the vintage wooden roller coaster, with more than 2,600 feet of track and 13 hills, underwent extensive restoration and reopened in 1991. If you're in the neighborhood (especially with older kids), it's worth a stop, but adults may find the whole experience a bit too spine-rattling. You must be at least 50 inches tall to ride the roller coaster. You can also ride on the Giant Dipper's neighbor, the Liberty Carousel ($2), and other carny-style rides (unlimited ride wristband $17).
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Given to San Diego citizens in 1914 by brothers John D. and Adolph Spreckels, the ornate, curved pavilion houses a magnificent organ with 4,518 individual pipes. They range in length from the size of a pencil to more than 32 feet. With only brief interruptions, the organ has been in continuous use, and today visitors can enjoy free hour-long concerts on Sundays at 2pm, given by civic organist Dr. Carol Williams. There's seating for 2,400, but little shade, so bring an umbrella on warm days.
Hampton Inn San Diego/Del Mar
The Hampton Inn San Diego-Del Mar is located in Del Mar Heights. We are three miles from Del Mar Racetracks and the Fair Grounds. San Diego International Airport 18 MI S, Shuttle-Taxi. Del Mar Racetrack-Fair Grounds 3 MI N, Shuttle-Taxi. Olde Town Del Mar 13 MI N, Shuttle-Taxi. Legoland 3 MI NW, Shuttle-Taxi. Carlsbad Airport 13 MI N, Taxi Los Angeles ...
The Bristol Hotel
The new Bristol has a contemporary ambiance that places it in the top tier of the San Diego's hotels. Conveniently located in the heart of the Gaslamp District the Bristol shares sidewalks with fine dining, world-class shopping, Horton Plaza, and the San Diego Convention Center. Sunny beaches, San Deigo Zoo, and Sea World are all a short drive for the centrally downtown location.The Bristol Experience promises comfort and friendly, efficient service. From our colorful, jazz inspired lobby, ...
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