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Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
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About Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Walk through five original adobe buildings and living-history demos in San Diego's birthplace.
On the ancestral land of the Kumeyaay people, this state park traces San Diego from Spanish settlement to American statehood.
What you'll see and do - Explore five original adobe buildings housing museums, retail shops, and restaurants, alongside reconstructed period sites. - Learn the region's layered story, including the outdoor exhibit "Iipay ~ Tipai Kumeyaay Mut Niihepok" on the First People. - Watch living-history demonstrations, visit a working blacksmith shop, and gather at the Historic Plaza for music and activities.
Attraction Details
Facilities
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Drinking Water Available
- Food Service
- Camp Store
- Lodging
- Picnic Areas
- Exhibits and Programs
- Guided Tours
- Interpretive Exhibits
- Museums
- Family Programs
- Geocaching
- Hiking Trails
- Wheelchair access
- Pet area
Events at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Historic Walking Tours
May 26, May 28, May 29
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park Announces Concession Opportunity for Historic-style Specialty Retail
March 6, 2026
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park Comes Alive With Color, Culture and Community for Día de los Muertos
October 14, 2025
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park Celebrates Fourth of July the Old-Fashioned Way
June 20, 2025
Plan Your Visit
Family-tested advice for a smoother day at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.
Getting there
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is at 4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110. Check the operator's site for parking and transit options.
Pro tip
Pack snacks, refillable water bottles and a portable charger to keep the day running smoothly.
Directions
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110
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Last updated 6/23/2026
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