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'''Old Town San Diego State Historic Park''', located in [[San Diego]], [[California]], is a state protected historical park in [[San Diego]]. The park preserves and recreates the old town of the city, from shortly after the [[Mexican War of Independence]] during its pueblo [[Alta California]] period beginning in [[1821]], through the [[Bear Flag Revolt]], the [[United States|American]] period, and ending in [[1872]], 22 years after statehood. Between [[2005]] and [[2006]], [[California State Parks]] listed Old Town San Diego as the most visited state park in California. |
'''Old Town San Diego State Historic Park''', located in [[San Diego]], [[California]], is a state protected historical park in [[San Diego]]. The park preserves and recreates the old town of the city, from shortly after the [[Mexican War of Independence]] during its pueblo [[Alta California]] period beginning in [[1821]], through the [[Bear Flag Revolt]], the [[United States|American]] period, and ending in [[1872]], 22 years after statehood. Between [[2005]] and [[2006]], [[California State Parks]] listed Old Town San Diego as the most visited state park in California. |
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Most commonly referred to as "The birthplace of California," Old Town, San Diego in California is rich in history and culture. Anchoring this picturesque adobe style town visitors will find Presidio Park, home of the first Califonia Mission. This striking mission-style building was constructed in 1929 to commemorate the site where Father Junipero Serra and Captain Gaspar de Portola established the first mission and fortified settlement in present-day California. The museum showcases artifacts such as housewares, furniture, tools and a cannon from the Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American periods through 1929. A collection of original and historic museums, temples and missions along with historic landmarks surround original structures and buildings that in modern day San Diego are used for distinctive types of guest accommodations including the Heritage Park Bed and Breakfast and the prestigious Hacienda Hotel-Old Town now famous for its unique location and traditional Mexican Style architecture. The Hacienda Hotel-old town, San Diego is just steps from the center of Old Town where travelers from all parts of the globe gather to explore the culturally rich museums, historic buildings, ethnic restaurants, art galleries and churches where tourists may be immersed in the early California History that continues to shape the lives of Modern day Californians. |
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Restaurants of all category and specialties can be found surrounding the hotel and throughout Old Town as can diverse types of shops, art galleries, artisan and curio stores. Of course, most adult tourists choose to include in their walking tours, the sampling of the different types of the most traditional beverage served in early, Old Town...Tequila! Unofficial statistics estimate that up to 30% of the "Old Town Walking Tours" often become Tequila and Margarita Tasting Tours at locations such as El Agave restaurnat where 100's of different types of Tequilas from around the world are housed. The Old Town Mexican Cafe serves a mean Margarita but is best known for its fresh handmade tortillas and Carnitas and The Hacienda Hotel in Old Town is home to Acapulco Restaurant with it's own version of the California Cadillac Margarita. For more refined cuisine and tequila based libations, Cafe Pacifica offers Hacienda Hotel guest up to 25% percent discounts at certain times of the year. |
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Colorful Mexican themed weddings, communions, and family reunions take place in many parts of Old Town. Some of the most creative event venues in San Diego make use of this delightful tourist destination. Some parties take place, conclude or do both aboard a specially designed Old Town Trolley Caboose decorated and used to transport and host parties. The old town trolley station is just a couple of blocks from the Hacienda Hotel and can transport guests North, South, East and West to reach all that exciting San Diego has to offer. Old Town San Diego guests will find this charming Birthplace of California to provide a welcome home base easily accessible to all of San Diego's major attractions. |
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For more information about Old Town San Diego facilities, restaurants, shops, museums and more, visit the Unofficial Old Town Web Site at www.haciendahotel-oldtown.com. |
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== Facilities == |
== Facilities == |
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| Old Town San Diego State Historic Park | |
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| Location | San Diego, California, USA |
| Area | 29.08 acres |
| Governing body | California State Parks |
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, located in San Diego, California, is a state protected historical park in San Diego. The park preserves and recreates the old town of the city, from shortly after the Mexican War of Independence during its pueblo Alta California period beginning in 1821, through the Bear Flag Revolt, the American period, and ending in 1872, 22 years after statehood. Between 2005 and 2006, California State Parks listed Old Town San Diego as the most visited state park in California. Most commonly referred to as "The birthplace of California," Old Town, San Diego in California is rich in history and culture. Anchoring this picturesque adobe style town visitors will find Presidio Park, home of the first Califonia Mission. This striking mission-style building was constructed in 1929 to commemorate the site where Father Junipero Serra and Captain Gaspar de Portola established the first mission and fortified settlement in present-day California. The museum showcases artifacts such as housewares, furniture, tools and a cannon from the Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American periods through 1929. A collection of original and historic museums, temples and missions along with historic landmarks surround original structures and buildings that in modern day San Diego are used for distinctive types of guest accommodations including the Heritage Park Bed and Breakfast and the prestigious Hacienda Hotel-Old Town now famous for its unique location and traditional Mexican Style architecture. The Hacienda Hotel-old town, San Diego is just steps from the center of Old Town where travelers from all parts of the globe gather to explore the culturally rich museums, historic buildings, ethnic restaurants, art galleries and churches where tourists may be immersed in the early California History that continues to shape the lives of Modern day Californians.
Restaurants of all category and specialties can be found surrounding the hotel and throughout Old Town as can diverse types of shops, art galleries, artisan and curio stores. Of course, most adult tourists choose to include in their walking tours, the sampling of the different types of the most traditional beverage served in early, Old Town...Tequila! Unofficial statistics estimate that up to 30% of the "Old Town Walking Tours" often become Tequila and Margarita Tasting Tours at locations such as El Agave restaurnat where 100's of different types of Tequilas from around the world are housed. The Old Town Mexican Cafe serves a mean Margarita but is best known for its fresh handmade tortillas and Carnitas and The Hacienda Hotel in Old Town is home to Acapulco Restaurant with it's own version of the California Cadillac Margarita. For more refined cuisine and tequila based libations, Cafe Pacifica offers Hacienda Hotel guest up to 25% percent discounts at certain times of the year.
Colorful Mexican themed weddings, communions, and family reunions take place in many parts of Old Town. Some of the most creative event venues in San Diego make use of this delightful tourist destination. Some parties take place, conclude or do both aboard a specially designed Old Town Trolley Caboose decorated and used to transport and host parties. The old town trolley station is just a couple of blocks from the Hacienda Hotel and can transport guests North, South, East and West to reach all that exciting San Diego has to offer. Old Town San Diego guests will find this charming Birthplace of California to provide a welcome home base easily accessible to all of San Diego's major attractions.
For more information about Old Town San Diego facilities, restaurants, shops, museums and more, visit the Unofficial Old Town Web Site at www.haciendahotel-oldtown.com.
Five original adobes are part of the complex, which includes shops, restaurants and a museum. Other historic buildings include a schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, San Diego's first newspaper office, and a stable with a carriage collection. Plaza del Pasado, a four-acre plaza that sits inside the park features shops, an activity center for students and school groups, and local artisans demonstrating their craft.
The Historic Park and surrounding area are a popular tourist destination, known especially for its authentic Mexican restaurants. The park itself hosts four eating establishments: The Cosmopolitan Restaurant, which is currently closed for renovations, The Jolly Boy Restaurant and Saloon, Casa de Reyes, and El Fandango.
The Old Town Transit Center serves the area with trolley, bus, Coaster, and occasional Amtrak service.
In the Spring of 2005, the Department of Parks and Recreation along with Plaza del Pasado transformed the park, its cultural center and marketplace to connect its visitors with a better understanding and appreciation of life and commerce in San Diego as it was from 1821 to 1872. Strolling storytellers in period costume, live music, shopping and restaurants inspired by 19th century San Diego life make the history of San Diego's oldest non-native neighborhood accessible and real to both tourists and locals who visit the park. The park also offers educational programs and an activity center to inspire children of San Diego to learn about the region's early history.
