Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in El Cajon

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in El Cajon

Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Seaport Village
Seaport Village
4.6 (18125 ratings)4 (4366 ratings)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Shopping mallShoppingPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego
4.7 (2737 ratings)4.5 (1598 ratings)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMaritime museumOutdoor activity organiserShipsSpecialty Museums
Petco Park
Petco Park
4.7 (13150 ratings)4.5 (4116 ratings)
Opened in 2004, this prominent outdoor stadium features seasonal sporting events & concerts.
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksEvent venueArenas & StadiumsSports Complexes
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"Home to the San Diego Padres, Petco Park is a baseball stadium where you can take the whole family out to a ball game. It’s filled with state-of-the-art features that include everything from gigantic videoboards to smaller HDTVs scattered around the bars and concession stands so that you’ll never miss a moment of the action. Baseball isn’t the only thing to enjoy at the stadium, either."
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"Dare I say that Petco Park is one of the coolest ballparks in the MLB. Part of the reason is that it’s built around the historic Western Metal Supply Co. building, hosts some of the best sight lines in baseball, and boasts panoramic water and skyline views from some seats. Go of course to take in a Major League Baseball game, but that’s not the only treat."
Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"The San Diego Padres have been San Diego’s Major Baseball League Team since 1969. They have a large following of fans that include both San Diego residents and baseball enthusiasts around the country. Their stadium, PETCO Park, is known for its architecturally attractive design and for capturing the spirit and natural beauty of the city."
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4.6 (19180 ratings)4.5 (5262 ratings)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
State parkSights & LandmarksParkHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Spend a long morning in Old Town State Historic Park, exploring the adobe buildings and browsing the many gift shops. You’ll be tempted to sit down for a Mexican lunch at one of the tourist restaurants, but save your appetite for a more genuine experience at El Indio, just up the street in Mission Hills."
Mentioned by Attractions of America
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"There are numerous historic buildings located in this area, dating back to the early 1800s. It was the first European settlement in California. One notable building is Whaley House which Travel Channel named as the most haunted house in America."
Mentioned by y Travel Blog
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"Looking for historic places to visit in San Diego with kids?. Old Town is one of the top San Diego points of interest. San Diego County is not just about the amazing beaches and delicious food."
Cemetery of El Campo Santo
Cemetery of El Campo Santo
4.7 (27 ratings)4 (15 ratings)
Small burial ground & historical landmark established in 1849, with interpretive signs.
2410 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
CemeterySights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"Located in Old Town, second oldest cemetery in San Diego had burials from 1849 to 1880. In 1933, the San Diego Historical Society restored in the cemetery based on descriptions and photographs, but over the years some of the boundaries have been moved to accommodate for city development. In 1889 a horse-drawn streetcar line was built through part of the cemetery, which later became San Diego Avenue."
Ocean Beach Pier
Ocean Beach Pier
4.6 (7075 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings)
Long Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café, shop known for sunset views & sea lion sightings.
1850 Ocean Front St, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
Fishing pierNature & ParksPublic beachBeaches
Potato Chip Rock
Potato Chip Rock
4.7 (2443 ratings)4.5 (146 ratings)
Hikers flock to this unique, thin rock at the peak of the Mount Woodson for dramatic photographs.
Ramona, CA 92065, USA
Sights & LandmarksGeologic FormationsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
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"But Potato Chip Rock is one of the most Instagrammable places in San Diego. It is a potato chip-shaped rock at the end of a 7.5-mile hike with a 2,400-foot elevation gain. Bring some water and hiking gear, and enjoy the views and photos on top of the “potato chip."
Mentioned by Local Adventurer » Travel Adventures in Las Vegas + World Wide
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"We have mixed feelings about this hike, but we can’t deny that it’s an interesting photo opp. It’s an optical illusion that you have to see for yourself. More: The Truth about the Potato Chip Rock Hike"
Mt. Helix Park
Mt. Helix Park
4.8 (1211 ratings)4.5 (128 ratings)
High point offering views of San Diego, with a large amphitheater hosting plays, lectures & events.
4905 Mt Helix Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mercado El Popo
Mercado El Popo
4.4 (862 ratings)4 (96 ratings)
22000, Calle Benito Juárez 2da 8053, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Grocery storeSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Best Fast Food Restaurants in El Cajon

Danny's Palm Bar & Grill
Danny's Palm Bar & Grill
4.3 (207 ratings)
Casual spot dispensing beer & cocktails along with burritos, salads & hefty burgers.
965 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Bar & grillAmerican restaurantBarFast food restaurantRestaurant
Board & Brew - Del Mar
Board & Brew - Del Mar
4.6 (866 ratings)
Casual local chain serving sandwiches & craft beers in a colorful, surf-themed space.
1212 Camino Del Mar #2506, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA
Sandwich shopAmerican restaurantBeer storeFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Board and Brew has been a staple in Del Mar since 1979 that serves simple sandwiches with no preservatives, no substitutes and no frozen meats. The secret sauce is another hook that tastes good on any sandwich. But try the Baja Chicken with marinated chicken breast, bacon, and melted jack cheese on a toasted French baguette with mayo, tomato and lettuce."
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
4.1 (339 ratings)
Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 209, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Mexican restaurantCatererFast food restaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
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"A post shared by Chelsea Rose (@the_pursuit_of_paleo) on Jun 27, 2016 at 2:04pm PDT. Chipotle Mexican Grill states that their difference is real, and looks like they’re actually right!. On their website you can search for what to order according to your special diet, ranging from food allergies to paleo diet and more."

Best Breweries in El Cajon

Kensington Brewing Company
Kensington Brewing Company
4.6 (56 ratings)
4067 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
BreweryBar
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
4.1 (1264 ratings)
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
1370 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
RestaurantBarBrewerySports bar
Kové Hard Yerba Mate
Kové Hard Yerba Mate
5 (7 ratings)
1745 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
BreweryBarEvent venue
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Barrio LoganWe’ve come a long way from when White Claw was the new big thing in hard beverages — now there’s more than 100 brands of hard seltzer alone, with hard lemonade, hard coffee, hard kombucha, and now, hard yerba mate entering the market as well. Barrio Logan’s brand new taproom, Kové Hard Yerba Mate, serves up the world’s first hard version of this popular South American tea-like brew in four different flavors; mojito, lemonade iced tea, mango colada, and passion berry. At a moderate 5% ABV, Kové’s version is organic, vegan, and gluten-free, making it practically a health food."

Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in El Cajon Area

Horton Plaza Park
Horton Plaza Park
3.9 (764 ratings)3.5 (356 ratings)
Park with a historic fountain & amphitheater, also an event venue for concerts, movies & festivals.
900 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
ParkShoppingShopping Malls
Mentioned by 10Best
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"The colorful and whimsical architecture of Horton Plaza sets it apart from any shopping mall in the region. The complex has become somewhat of a San Diego icon since its construction in the 1980s. It is credited with jumpstarting the revival of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter and continues to appeal to visitors alike to this day."
Mentioned by rentmissionbeach.com
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"Horton Plaza, not to be confused with its adjacent namesake Horton Plaza Park, is a five-level outdoor shopping mall located in downtown San Diego known for its bright colors, architectural tricks, and odd spatial rhythms. It stands on 6.5 city blocks adjacent to the city`s historic Gaslamp Quarter."
Mentioned by JustLuxe
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"Both a full scale mall and an architectural piece of art, Horton Plaza boasts over 130 stores including Louis Vuitton, Arden B., Bebe, Victoria's Secret and BCBG.[Learn more]"
National Geographic | Fine Art Galleries
National Geographic | Fine Art Galleries
4.7 (35 ratings)4.5 (3 ratings)
1205 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Art galleryShopping
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"National Geographic has a fantastic reputation for its glossy photos of far-flung deserts and majestic mountains. See some of their best prints all in one place in this permanent collection of the magazine’s photography. The museum aims to inspire a new generation to protect the planet, and it is hard not to feel moved by the hypnotic selection of photographs in their collection."
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
4.7 (1758 ratings)4.5 (59 ratings)
Saturday market with 150+ vendors offering fresh produce, meat & eggs, plus crafts, plants & more.
600 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Farmers' marketShoppingFarmers Markets
Mentioned by Secret San Diego
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"One of the larger farmers markets in San Diego, the Little Italy Mercato has 200 vendors to peruse on a sunny (or rainy) Saturday morning. Come here for fresh fruits and veggies, meat, fish, eggs, olive oil, artisan goods, and flowers, among other products. It’s also famous for its freshly-caught sea urchin if you want to add some extra excitement to your morning."
Mentioned by Lavender Vines - A Christian Blog for Women
The Best San Diego County Farmers Markets for Every Day of the Week!
"We are starting the week off with Saturday because in my humble opinion, theLittle Italy Mercato Farmers Marketis the best farmers market in San Diego!. It’s the most popular San Diego farmers market, and my personal favorite. 🙂 The Little Italy farmers market is located in downtown San Diego, so the only issue is you might have trouble finding parking."
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"Eat, shop and enjoy at Little Italy Mercato every Saturday, year round, 9 am to 1:30 pm. The Little Italy Mercato is the city market for downtown San Diego residents and visitors with more than 70 booths lining Date Street from Kettner to Union offering farm fresh produce, artisan foods and specialty items."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near El Cajon

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Cute! New construction, large apartment, near downtown!
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