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Chapel of St. Francis
1350 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101; (619) 239-2001;
Chapel Website;
Located across from the Museum of Man, unconsecrated chapel with beautifully ornate altar.
The Saint Francis Chapel is one of San Diego's favorite choices for wedding ceremonies.
The Chapel is non-denominational, welcoming ministers of all faiths to perform services in this dignified sanctuary.
Japanese Friendship Garden Society of San Diego - Balboa Park
The garden expansion will complete the nine acres in the lower level and include an Herb and Tea Garden with walking trails and viewing pavilion, a waterfall and lily
pond, a traditional Tea House and a contemporary Tea House, each with its own garden, a cherry tree grove and an outdoor amphitheater.
Balboa Park Landmarks
Prominent architectural features of the park:
- Cabrillo Bridge - Where El Prado crosses over SR-163. Above the entry gate
look for crest showing Balboa's ship entering Panama Canal. For a full view of this gorgeous bridge drive SR-163,
a most scenic and tranquil stretch of highway in San Diego.
- El Prado - Many of the museums along the Park’s celebrated El Prado walkway are housed in magnificent Spanish Colonial buildings,
originally built for the 1915-16 Panama-California Exposition.
- Persion Water Rug - Locally made tilework located between the House of Hospitality and Casa de Balboa.
- Balboa Park Club and Gardens - Pueblo style building with mural, lobby fountain and cactus garden.
- Botanical Building - 500 species of plant housed inside reassembled Santa Fe Railroad Depot (Fri-Wed 10AM-4PM Exc: Holidays)
- Lily Pond - Probably the most photographed site in the park. Located adjacent to the Botanical Bldg - See its collection of
goldfish, turtles and water-lilies.
- Moreton Bay fig tree - Over 40 foot tall and 100 foot wide located just north of natural history museum.
- Japanese Friendship Gardens - 11 acres of oriental gardens (Tue/Fri/Sat/Sun 10AM-4PM).
- Agathis Tree -
Rare New Zealand native grows on the southeast side of the House of Charm.
Casa del Prado Exhibit and Theater Halls
Home for the following:
One of the largest urban cultural centers in the USA, Balboa Park is home to over 85 Performing Arts and International Culture Organizations,
15 Museums, the World-Famous San Diego Zoo, Gardens, Hiking and Biking Trails, Theater, Recreational Facilities and Restaurants.
Balboa Park was established 1868 when the population of San Diego was only
a mere 2,000 souls. It consists of 1400 acres of beautiful gardens, grassy picnic area
and groves of exotic palm and eucalyptus trees. The original groundswork
was done by famed horticulturalist Kate Sessions.
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San Diego North Park Lafayette Hotel
2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104;
Located at intersection of El Cajon Blvd and Mississippi St
Conveniently located to all shopping, entertainment and business area, the historic Lafayette Hotel and Suites is indeed the lodging choice in San Diego.
San Diego airport is minutes away as well as the many restaurants, clubs and shopping avenues of Hillcrest.
Built in 1946 the Lafayette has been the site of historical glamour and offers a unique change to a typical hotel experience.
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San Diego Harbor Comfort Inn
5102 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92106;
Location: Point Loma - Near Junction of Rosecrans St and North Harbor Drive
Conveniently close to San Diego Airport, Pacific Fleet Training Center and Sea World San Diego,
this Comfort Inn Hotel is nestled across the Harbor in the exclusive Point Loma area.
With 46 beautifully decorated and well appointed rooms in a 100 percent non-smoking
environment, offering rooms with bunk beds for kids, as well as complimentary deluxe
continental breakfast, complimentary USA Today, free wired & wireless high speed internet.
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San Diego Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 First Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101;
Location: Front Street Exit from I-5 Freeway
Overlooking a tranquil bay and majestic skyline, the Holiday Inn San Diego Downtown Hotel
puts you in the center of the action at America's finest city.
Our 100% smoke free guest rooms are well-appointed with the modern conveniences of home.
Enjoy an invigorating workout in our fitness center or relax in an outdoor swimming pool.
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San Diego Downtown Holiday Inn Express
1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101;
Location: Downtown Northside - 10th Avenue Exit from I-5 Freeway
This downtown hotel is one of the most conveniently located hotels in downtown San Diego.
Ideally located near the Port of San Diego, Cruise Ship Terminal, SD Convention Center, Petco Park.
Located within minutes of World Famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Historic Old Town, and San Diego's beautiful Harbor, the Holiday Inn Express Downtown San Diego is a perfect destination for all business or leisure visitors.
Both business and family vacation travelers can enjoy this San Diego Hotel for its free in-room wireless and wired high-speed Internet access.
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San Diego Floral Association - The oldest garden club in Southern California with displays open to public every weekend.
San Diego Harbor Cruise
- Admire beautiful ships, city skyline and aquatic marine life.
