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El Cajon CA Hotel near Balboa Park and Old Town

The San Diego Travelodge El Cajon Hotel is located just a short distance from
San Diego's famous attractions. Whether it's a trip to the beach, a family outing to SeaWorld the San Diego Zoo, or exploring one of the beautiful parks, you'll be just minutes from your destination.

San Diego Zoo
Located in Balboa Park, which includes so many museums and other facilities it deserves a separate day of viewing, the San Diego Zoo is home to over 4000 animals of over 800 different species. Here you'll find all your favorites including the hands-on Children's Zoo, the Polar Bear Plunge, Tiger River and the creepy Reptile Mesa. Be sure to visit the Giant Pandas and the Rainforest Aviary, a huge bird-filled Asian jungle with waterfalls and lush tropical foliage.

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Sea World San Diego
The World-Famous San Diego Sea World is located just minutes from our hotel located in El Cajon CA. Meet some of the most exotic creatures on earth. As everyone knows, Shamu is Sea World's biggest star. But Sea World San Diego is so much more. Experience Journey to Atlantis, an exciting ride that lets you rush through uncharted waters where mysterious mists and unpredictable drops lurk around every turn. In addition to its thrilling rides and incredible entertainment, Sea World is dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment and all its wildlife. No trip to San Diego is complete without a visit to Sea World - young or old, all visitors leave smiling and (sometimes) soggy.

Viejas Casino & Outlet Center
Viejas is the ultimate escape for slots players, featuring more than 2500 favorite like Megabucks, Pot O' Gold and Deal or No Deal. Across the street from Viejas Casino, you’ll find 60 of your favorite brands like GAP, Guess and Nike with 30-70% off everyday prices.

Barona Casino
Barona Valley Ranch, located just minutes from our El Cajon CA hotel, is one of the three largest casinos in San Diego, alongside Sycuan and Viejas.

Sycuan Casino
Sycuan Resort & Casino offers guests the finest gaming and entertainment venue in Southern California.

San Diego U.S.S. Midway Museum
The USS Midway is now serving in San Diego as an Aircraft Carrier Museum. This interactive, educational and entertainment complex is the only museum of its kind on the West Coast! This would make a great destination for the entire family as there is something for everyone. Enjoy visits to Midway year-round!

Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay
San Diego's favorite outdoor concert series takes place every May through October along the shores of Shelter Island. Past performers include Ringo Starr, Ray Charles, Norah Jones, The Doobie Brothers, George Benson, Dana Carvey and many more.

Legoland
It is a 128-acre park that contains 5,000 Lego models made up of more than 30 million Lego bricks. It also features more than 40 interactive exhibits, attractions, family rides and shows. Although Legoland's broadest appeal is to kids 12 and under, anyone with a young spirit will enjoy San Diego's newest theme park.

San Diego Wild Animal Park
With over 2,000 acres of park areas to explore, the San Diego Wild Animal Park offers a more natural setting to view the animals, birds and fish than the conventional cages of a zoo. Take the hour-long train ride and see giraffes and wild horses or stop at the petting zoo to allow the kids to pet and feed gentle deer and goats. The bird show is not to be missed and don't forget to pay special attention to the carefully labeled landscape plantings.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Make a visit to Birch Aquarium at Scripps soon and enjoy San Diego's "best ocean views."

Balboa Park San Diego
San Diego hotel near Balboa Park. Balboa Park boasts over 85 cultural and recreational organizations, including fifteen museums and various performing arts groups. The Park's horticultural treasures include a gorgeous rose garden and butterfly garden.

Old Town San Diego
Step into San Diego of centuries past as you stroll through Old Town San Diego. Don't miss: San Diego House (originally a saloon owned and operated by a freed slave and a cornerstone of Black American history in San Diego), the Mason Street School (SD's first public school, still holding history classes for the public) and, of course, Bazaar Del Mundo. Bazaar Del Mundo is a permanent fiesta, with fabulous shopping and ethnic (not just Mexican) food.

Children's Museum/Museo De Los Niños
San Diego's favorite creative destination for kids and families, the Children's Museum, has served more than 3 million visitors since 1981.

Cabrillo National Monument
Offers a spectacular view of the bay and city, Spanish exploration exhibits and the Old Point Loma.

Del Mar Race Track & Fairgrounds
Where the turf meets the surf. Thoroughbred racing from Southern California; open seasonally July/Aug/September.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad
The Carlsbad Flower Fields are undulating waves of multicolored ranunculus bulbs that bloom for about two months each year.

Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
It is 21 blocks of sidewalk cafes and open air restaurants, jazz clubs, late night dancing, resident artists and micro breweries. "The Historic Heart of San Diego," as it is known, is Downtown, just a short walk from the Convention Center.

Seaport Village
Come dine, shop, or just get away from it all at Seaport Village, San Diego's relaxing bay-front marketplace. El Cajon lodging, near San Diego.

Knott's Soak City Waterparks San Diego
Knott's Soak City Water Park is San Diego County's wildest water adventure park!

Coronado
Coronado Island, located directly across the bay from downtown San Diego, recognized for its expansive white beaches.

La Jolla
La Jolla, located 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, has wonderful beaches, cultural activities and fine restaurants.

Tijuana
Tijuana is popular for many attractions some of which include: Bull Fighting, Fishing, Greyhound Racing, Rodeos and Shopping.

Golf
El Cajon lodging near San Diego, just minutes from over 90 golf courses.

Beaches
San Diego's world-famous beaches are just minutes away from our San Diego
El Cajon hotel. Enjoy fabulous waves, year-round sunshine, picnic areas, children's playgrounds, and paths for biking, rollerskating, and jogging at nearby beaches.

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