Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument

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  • Address: Cabrillo National Monument, 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, United States
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  • Timings: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm Details
  • Phone: +1-6195575450
  • Ticket Price: 10 USD
  • Time Required: 03:00 Hrs
  • Tags: Light House, Landmark, Walking Area, Monument
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The site commemorates the landing of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European on the West Coast of the USA, at San Diego Bay on September 28, 1542. The views at the monument are incredible-the San Diego skyline, Mexico's Coronado Islands, the Naval Air Station North Island, and the Pacific Ocean. In January and February you can spot whales and dolphins in the water from Whale Overlook. The park is also a popular birding spot.

Many events-Whale Watch Weekend, Founder’s Day, Cabrillo Festival Open House - are held at the monument throughout the year. Walking around will reveal many historical military installations used in the defense of San Diego. You can also visit the tidepools. The lighthouse, the park's highest point, was built in 1855 and is now used as a museum exploring the lives of the family that that maintained the lighthouse. Twice a year, on August 25 and November 15, the lighthouse is opened to the public. Check out the visitor centre for souvenirs and a detailed history of the park. There are guided tours, movies, and an Age of Exploration exhibit.

Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Travel Tips

  • Partially wheelchair accessible.
  • Check attraction website for complete calendar of events.
  • Entrance passes are valid for 7 days.
  • Smoking not allowed.
  • No cell phone service down by the tidepools.

Entrance Ticket Details For Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument

  • Given ticket price is for passenger vehicle.
  • Motorcyclist: 7 USD per vehicle
  • Walk-ins, bicyclists: 5 USD per person

Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Hours

  • Last entry at 4:20pm.
  • Tidepools close at 4:00pm.
  • Bayside Trail closes at 4:00pm.

How to Reach Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument

  • Bus 84 stop Cabrillo National Monument.
  • Drive or Cycle to here.

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  • Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Address: Cabrillo National Monument, 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, United States
  • Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Contact Number: +1-6195575450
  • Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Timing: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Price: 10 USD
  • Best time to visit Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument(preferred time): 09:00 am - 02:00 pm
  • Time required to visit Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument: 03:00 Hrs
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  • 43.23% of people who visit San Diego include Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument in their plan

  • 51.46% of people start their Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument visit around 09 AM - 10 AM

  • People usually take around 3 Hrs to see Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument

Thursday, Friday and Saturday

92.3% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument

People normally club together Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery and Coronado Island while planning their visit to Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument.

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Old Point Loma Lighthouse And Cabrillo National Monument Reviews & Ratings

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    On 02-Jan-2019

    A beautiful place to walk around. The tide pools are very nice to look at and you can spot islands in Mexico from here. It’s very windy here though so wear snowjackets if you can. Admission is $15.