San Diego Activities

Experience More of San Diego When Staying at Our Hotel Near Petco Park

Located near Petco Park in the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, the Horton Grand Hotel is one of the best-located hotels for experiencing everything San Diego has to offer. Fine restaurants, sun-drenched beaches and world-class attractions – they’re all just moments away.

Nestled along a charming street in the historic Gaslamp Quarter District, our elegant hotel in San Diego, CA is perfectly located for both leisure and business travelers. Stroll to amazing restaurants, bars and nightclubs or take a sightseeing tour on the Old Town Trolley. Unwind in the serene Balboa Park and then catch a Padres baseball game at Petco Park, located only four blocks from the hotel.  Horton Grand Hotel is located within close proximity to many of the popular attractions and activities in San Diego. Check out our seasonal specials and make Horton Grand your home base while you explore the city of San Diego.

Also, if you have any questions about area attractions or need assistance arranging tours, please don’t hesitate to ask our friendly staff.

USS Midway Museum

Located on and in a retired aircraft carrier permanently docked in the Embarcadero, the Midway Museum features a massive deck covered with naval aircraft from World War II through Operation Desert Storm. You can also venture into the aircraft carried to explore interactive exhibits that include recordings of actual conversations between military pilots, a flight simulator and more.

Gaslamp Quarter

When the sun goes down, San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter comes alive. This vibrant dining and nightlife destination is home to over 100 restaurants of all cuisines, bars and nightclubs. Whether you are craving fine dining, casual dining, family dining, or food-on-the-go, we'll help you find a place to match your style.

Local Beaches

San Diego beaches are more than a boundary dividing land from sea, more than a place to swim or sunbathe. Enjoy surfing, sailing, biking, running, water skiing, swimming and diving.

Petco Park

The home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team is just 4 blocks from the Horton Grand. Petco also hosts concerts and family friendly events throughout the year.

New Children's Museum

This hands-on, kid-focused museum makes learning fun with activities and exhibits that stress and promote creativity, confidence, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, critical thinking, collaboration, resiliency and optimism.

Old Town Trolley

Discover America’s Finest City aboard Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego. This two hour, fully narrated tour will show you San Diego and Coronado.  With 11 stops, guests can disembark for shopping, dining and attractions.