Welcome to Del Mar

Today, Del Mar California (Pop: 4400) is home to the San Diego County Fairgrounds and world famous racetrack. The many special events there attract a huge tourism crowd.

Del Mar is also home to one of the finest surfing beaches in Southern California. It is given prominent mention in the Beach Boys Classic hit Surfin USA.

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Del Mar Hilton Resort
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: Across from Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack

The Del Mar Hilton Resort Hotel is located in North San Diego's historic seaside village of Del Mar. The spacious and nicely decorated guestrooms are for the discriminating traveler featuring two telephones with telephone line, voice mail, high speed internet access.

The resort features free shuttle service within a five mile radius of the hotel based and subjected to availability. The spacious and nicely decorated guestrooms are for the discriminating traveler featuring two telephones with telephone line, voice mail, high speed internet access.

Del Mar Hotel
1702 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: Heart of Del Mar Village
Relax at the only beachfront hotel in Del Mar! Come and enjoy the rhythmic sounds of the Pacific Ocean. Sip your coffee al fresco while relaxing on our oceanfront deck or take a rejuvenating moonlight stroll on the beautiful beaches of Del Mar.

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Del Mar Grand - Carmel Valley CA
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130;
Location: Carmel Country Rd Exit from SR-56 Freeway

The Grand Del Mar honors the architectural touches of visionaries from the early 1900s, including Addison Mizner, whose sun-washed regional style launched the Florida Renaissance and defined the resort communities of Palm Beach and Boca Raton. The hotel's style is inspired by the decorative arts of Mediterranean Spain, Portugal and Morocco.

There are 249 lovely guest rooms of which 31 are opulent suites. Elegantly appointed with marble baths, European style soaking tubs and fine Italian linens. Many rooms have private balconies and spectacular golf course and canyon preserve views.

Visit the fitness center, a big Renaissance-inspired spa, Tom Fazio-designed private golf course, business center, concierge, twice daily housekeeping service and 24-hour in-room dining.

Resort Restaurants:
The Grand Del Mar has a venue for every diner's palette. From the signature fine dining restaurant Addison, to the more casual Clubhouse Grill; Amaya, an all day restaurant offering upscale dinner service with indoor and outdoor seating;

Del Mar LAuberge Resort
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014; Resort Video Tour;
Location: In the Heart of Del Mar Village

Discover the romantic intimacy and tranquil beauty of one of San Diego's finest beach resorts. When searching for perfect San Diego Hotels online, Del Mar LAuberge Resort & Spa offers a unique respite from the ordinary.

The Del Mar LAuberge is located in San Diego North's coastal village of Del Mar. One visit to our Southern California boutique inn-by-the-sea and you'll be swept away. Our classic San Diego luxury hotel is a premiere travel destination and a treasured romantic getaway.

Experience Four-Diamond service, casual elegance, gourmet dining, spa pampering, world-class golf and tennis on your next overnight escape, retreat, meeting, wedding or celebration. Breathtaking sunsets are our treat to you. Whether it's business or pleasure, prepare to be pampered on your next trip to San Diego. The L'Auberge experience is like no other.

Stop searching for other San Diego Hotels, because there is only one L'Auberge Del Mar Resort & Spa.

Del Mar Carriage House Inn
720 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: In the Heart of Del Mar Village

This seaside property offers accommodations and service second to none. Visitors can enjoy Old-World charm and beautiful Award-Winning Gardens. Free Continental Breakfast served in room. Homemade cakes and teas in our library each afternoon (Sun-Fri only). Free use of the area full-service gym located about one mile away.

San Diego Long Term Stay:

Del Mar Racetrack & Fairgrounds
The racetrack was famous for years as a favorite hangout for many Hollywood celebrities including Bing Crosby and Jimmy Durante. Race Season runs from Late July to Early Sept annually. The Del Mar Fairgrounds was started in 1936 as a WPA project. Today it covers 360 acres and hosts more than 1 million visitors annually. The county fair held each summer has a wide range of food, rides and entertainment.

Birch Aquarium - La Jolla
Located adjacent to the world-renown Scripps Institute of Oceanography this facility has large salt-water aquariums primarily dedicated to the study of both cold water and tropical water marine life of the Pacific Ocean. Includes giant octopus, jelly-fish, garibaldi, kelp forest and live coral. Several educational exhibits.

San Diego Adventure Tours
Explore the Golden State - (Keyword: San Diego)

The Del Mar Fairgrounds was started in 1936 as a WPA project. Today it covers 360 acres and hosts more than 1 million visitors annually. The county fair held each summer has a wide range of food, rides and entertainment.

The racetrack was famous for years as a favorite hangout for many Hollywood celebrities including Bing Crosby and Jimmy Durante.

Race Season runs from Late July to Early Sept annually. Satellite wagering available other times of the year.

Del Mar Fairgrounds & Racetrack
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014-2216; (619) 793-5555;

San Diego County Fair - June Event
Fair Website - The annual fair in June and July for San Diego County is held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack. The biggest event of the year features contests, exhibits, live music, amusement park rides, animal shows, big-name concerts, food and games. Check ahead to see the concert schedule for any particular date. The many vendor exhibits include themes such as Design in Wood, Art Show, Home & Hobby, Flower & Garden Show and more.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014-2216; (619) 793-5555; Club Website;
Season runs mid-July to Mid-September
Race track "where the turf meets the surf." Season, racing, and horsemen's information. Over $6.7 million in prize stakes featured - Watch for these special events:

• Pacific Classic - 3rd Sunday in August - $1,000,000 purse
• Del Mar Breeders Cup Handicap - $350,000 purse
• Torrey Pines Stakes - Labor day weekend (fillies)
• El Cajon Stakes - Labor Day Weekend (2 year old runners)
• Del Mar Debutante - Last Saturday in August
• Del Mar Futurity - First Wednesday in Sept

  Del Mar National Horse Show - April Event
  Show Website - Three weeks of equestrian magic starting mid-April has been a major production since 1956.

• Western Week - Western riding is the spice of the horse show world.
• Dressage Week - dressage combines beauty, grace, athletic strength and suppleness into an elegant presentation between horse and rider.
• Hunter/Jumper Week - includes $100,000 HBO Grand Prix of Del Mar.

  Del Mar Draft, Mule and Fresian Horse Show - June Event
  Fair Website - Incredible performances by the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales and their vintage Studebaker beer wagon (circa 1900) impress Fairgoers during the first weekend of the Del Mar County Fair.

  The Scream Zone - October Event
  Show Website - A haunted event held yearly at the Del Mar Fairgrounds during October. Attractions include House of Horror, Haunted Hayride and 3D Ghost Maze with live music and entertainment. Check ahead for dates.

  San Diego International Orchid Fair [OCT]
  Bing Crosby Hall, S.D. County Fairgrounds / Fair Website;
  Annual event since 1995 sponsored by Quail Botanical Gardens. Vendors will have varieties of flowering plants that will dazzle your senses for their unusual shapes and colors - some exude marvelous fragrances not duplicated in commercial perfumes.

  Holiday of Lights - December Event
  Lights Website - The dazzling animation of many sparkling colors has become a winter season favorite at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Features vehicle tour of the light display at the fairgrounds each night in December.

More Fair Exhibitions
Del Mar Antique Show - Jan / Apr / Nov at Del Mar Fairgrounds
San Diego Boat & Tackle Show [Late Mar] - Large boating convention at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, sponsored by Fred Hall.

Del Mar Horse Park
14550 El Camino Real, Del Mar, CA 92014; 858-794-1171; Park Website;
Located 3 miles east of Del Mar Fairgrounds.
This 65-acre world-class equestrian facility provides unsurpassed, full service accommodations for equestrian events of all levels. Two grass jumping stadiums, lighted arena, four show rings, cross country jumping course.

Festival Calendar - San Diego Metro Area
Listings of upcoming concerts and sporting events - buy tickets online. Additional listings for Fairground events and festivals.

Del Mar Village Events:
Event Website;
Del Mar Summer Solstice [JUN] - Come experience delectable culinary creations from Del Mar’s highly regarded restaurants, enjoy selections from some of California’s best wineries and breweries and participate in a lively silent/live auction. Backed by the enticing sounds of steel drums, amazing front-row sunset views and balmy ocean breezes this is the way Del Mar celebrates the arrival of summer!
Taste of Del Mar and Art Stroll [Early OCT] - The event includes a free art stroll and a ticketed restaurant taste. Tease your palate with samples of delicious culinary creations offered by some of Del Mar and North County’s finest food purveyors and sip selections from California wineries and local breweries while strolling among artist’s tents featuring juried original artwork by over 70 talented, local and regional artists. This spectacular celebration of art and cuisine also includes live music, a children’s interactive art area and a pet stroll.
Halloween in Del Mar Village [Halloween] - This annual events brings down the young and old to downtown Del Mar for trick-or-treating , arts and crafts, a magic show, refreshments, costume contest and much more.
Del Mar Holiday Wonderland [DEC] - a festive community event that brings residents, visitors and kids of all ages together to celebrate the holiday season. Holiday entertainment and activities encompass the entire downtown area and include tasty samples from over 20 local restaurants, a Holiday Gift Bazaar, horse and carriage rides, live music, a visit from Santa, a fun zone, arts and crafts and the famous cake walk. The day culminates with a tree lighting ceremony at dusk.

Cardiff's Restaurant Row
Find a number of quality restaurants, nightclubs, retail shops and art galleries along the Encinitas Coastline, the Cedros Design District and across from the Solana Beach Train Station.

Del Mar Restaurants:
Local Dining Adventures:
Americana Restaurant - 1454 Camino Del Mar -
Brigantine Del Mar - 3263 Camino Del Mar - Seafood
En Fuego Cantina & Grill - 1342 Camino Del Mar - traditional Mexican dishes and fresh seafood
Epazote Oceanview Steakhouse - 1555 Camino Del Mar
Giorgio's - 1201 Camino Del Mar - Italian cuisine in a sophisticated and intimate environment
Il Fornaio - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Italian Cucina
Jakes Del Mar - 1660 Coast Blvd - Quintessential Beachfront dining on the Sand in Del Mar.
Jaka Kai - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Hawaiian Coffee Shop
JF Japanese Sushi Cafe - 1555 Camino Del Mar - sashimi, sushi or other Japanese cuisine
Jimmy O's Sports Bar Restaurant - 225 15th St
Milton's Delicatessan - 2660 Via de la Valle
Pacifica Del Mar - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Award winning seafood cuisine overlooking the ocean.
Papachinos Ristorante - 2650 Via de la Valle
Pearl Sushi Restaurant - 2010 Jimmy Durante Blvd -
Pick Up Stix - 2710 Via de la Valle - Asian Fast Food
Poseidon Restaurnat - 1670 Coast Blvd - Quintessential Beachfront dining on the Sand in Del Mar.
Saddle Club Restaurant - Del Mar Racetrack -
Sbicca Bistro - 215 15th St - American Bistro
Taste of Thai - 15770 San Andres Dr - Asian Restaurant

San Dieguito River Park
Future parkland property rich in habitat, cultural recreational and scenic values as well as a future route for a Coast-to-Crest Trail.

Torrey Pines State Reserve
Encompasses 2000 acres of coastal bluff, home to the protected rare Torrey Pines trees. and over eight miles of blufftop and lagoon trails.

San Diego Sports & Recreation


Sports & Athletics
Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Festival Guide - Sports Events
Regional Golf Courses
Boy Scouts - Outdoor Adventure for Youth

With visions of building a seaside resort for the rich and famous, Colonel Jacob Taylor purchased 338 acres from Enoch Talbert in 1885.