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During your San Diego vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
San Diego Automotive Museum
Even if you don't know a distributor from a dipstick, you're bound to ooh-and-aah over the classic, antique, and exotic cars here. Every one is so pristine you'd swear it just rolled off the line, from an 1886 Benz to a 1931 Rolls-Royce Phaeton to the 1981 DeLorean. Most of the time, temporary shows take over the facility, so check ahead to see if it's one you're interested in. Some days you can take a peek at the ongoing restoration program, and the museum sponsors many outdoor car rallies and other events. Allow 30 to 45 minutes for your visit.
Whaley House
In 1856, this striking two-story brick house (the 1st one in these parts) was built for Thomas Whaley and his family. Whaley was a New Yorker who arrived via San Francisco, where he had been lured by the gold rush. It's probably an urban legend that Whaley's house is designated as "one of only two authenticated haunted houses in California," yet 10,000 schoolchildren visit each year to see for themselves. Besides, no one can really explain why photos taken inside the house often develop with foggy apparitions (apparently, four spirits haunt the structure). Exhibits include a life mask of Abraham Lincoln, one of only six made; the spinet piano used in the movie Gone with the Wind; and the concert piano that accompanied Swedish soprano Jenny Lind on her final U.S. tour in 1852. In back is the cottage that was San Diego's first drugstore (dating to 1867) -- it now houses a shop selling attractive Native American art and jewelry. And the nice shop in front is run by the Save Our Heritage Organisation, which offers beautiful Arts & Crafts pottery, architecture-themed books, and crafts.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Downtown
Opened in 1993, the downtown branch is the second location of the Museum of Contemporary Art (the original branch is in La Jolla). Two large and two smaller galleries present changing exhibitions of nationally and internationally distinguished contemporary artists; plan to spend about half an hour here. Lectures and tours for adults and children are also offered. The first Thursday evening of every month is "TNT" (Thursday Night Thing), with eclectic artist events and drawing the martini set. In 2005 MCA will take over the baggage building of the Santa Fe depot across the street, which will almost triple the exhibition space at this branch, making it the preeminent museum in downtown. Docent tours are available on request.
Sheraton Suites San Diego at Symphony Hall
Nearby Airport: * San Diego International Airport-Lindbergh Field - 5 Miles Nearby Cities: * Hillcrest - 2 Miles * Point Loma - 4 Miles * Ocean Beach - 6 Miles * La Meza - 8 Miles * National City - 8 Miles * La Jolla - 10 Miles * Pacific Beach - 10 Miles * Chula Vista - 12 Miles * Tijuana - 15 ...
Quality Suites San Diego
All-Suite Hotel. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and Miramar Lake. 24 hour coffee. Guest lounge is open for Happy hour 5:30 - 7:00 pm Mon-Fri only. Airport shuttle. Cash Paying Guest Deposit: 150.00/stay. Free wireless Internet access. Guest's computer must be wireless ...
Doubletree Hotel San Diego/Del Mar
We are conveniently located just 17 miles north of the San Diego International Airport, near the LaJolla / Golden Triangle Biotech center, at the intersection of Hwy I-5 and Carmel Valley Road. We are just minutes from the famous Southern California Beaches , La Jolla, Del Mar Race Track, Legoland, the San Diego Wild Animal Park, and Torrey Pines & Del Mar National golf courses.Luxurious accommodations include 221 spacious guest rooms and suites with all the amenities you would expect of a ...
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