| Many people think of Coronado as an island, but it's | | | | current inventory's like. Those outside of walking or taxi |
| really just a peninsula masquerading as an island; the | | | | distance can drive over the Coronado Bay Bridge and |
| bulk of it is connected to the mainland down south by | | | | park at the Ferry Landing. You'll miss out on the ferry |
| a long, thin strip of land called the Silver Strand. But no | | | | ride, but you'll also miss out on searching for places to |
| matter what you call it, Coronado is definitely one of | | | | park and paying for it like you would on the San Diego |
| the more scenic places to visit in San Diego. The island | | | | side. |
| (I say it too) has over 15 miles of dedicated bike paths | | | | Rent your transportation and then begin a leisurely ride |
| that will take you along San Diego Bay, the Pacific | | | | south along the coast, going under the bridge and next |
| Ocean, the golf course, under the Coronado Bay | | | | to the golf course until you reach Glorietta Blvd. Take |
| Bridge, and down Silver Strand. The nice thing is that | | | | a left and follow Glorietta all the way down to the |
| the whole area is relatively flat, allowing you to enjoy | | | | Hotel Del. After spending some time walking through |
| terrific views of the San Diego Skyline, Pacific Ocean, | | | | the hotel interior, grounds, beach, and shops, relax with |
| and beaches without wearing yourself out. Add in a | | | | lunch at Sheerwater or Sunday brunch in the Crown |
| stop at the Hotel Del Coronado to explore the grounds | | | | Room. When you've finished lunch, you can bike |
| and white sand beaches of this world-famous hotel | | | | around the center of town, head north along the coast |
| and you have a great date in San Diego. | | | | up to the Naval Air Station and golf course, or continue |
| Now for the nuts and bolts. If you're staying | | | | south down Silver Strand. If you're feeling energetic, |
| downtown, I'd recommend taking the ferry across the | | | | head south on Silver Strand (ocean side) and ride the |
| bay and renting bikes right there at the Coronado ferry | | | | asphalt trail that runs the length of the peninsula. It's a |
| landing. To get there head over to the San Diego ferry | | | | completely flat, 18-mile round trip with views of the |
| landing at the intersection of N. Harbor Drive and | | | | ocean on one side and the bay on the other. |
| Broadway, the ferry leaves every hour on the hour | | | | Search Engine Marketing Specialist |
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| cruisers, road bikes, tandem bikes, and surreys, and | | | | affordable rates. |
| while they don't take reservations, there are generally | | | | Don't forget to bring a hat and sunblock. Have a great |
| plenty of bikes available. If you're worried, call them | | | | time! |
| ahead of time at (619) 435-7180 and ask what their | | | | |