Welcome to La Quinta Inn Mission Valley
Activities

Sea World of California:
Sea World is much more than the world renowned aquatics show. Visitors to the park see fascinating displays and aquariums, plus have the opportunity to pet and feed playful dolphins, seals and other aquatic life. Only 10 minutes away.

Old Town San Diego:
Where San Diego was born. Historical buildings on spacious grounds share the park with gift shops and unique restaurants. Mariachi bands and folk dancers perform each weekend. Nearby Sierra Museum features exhibits of San Diego’s heritage. Only 10 minutes drive.

Golf:
When it comes to golf, San Diego is Southern California’s Golf Mecca. More than fifteen spectacular courses in and around San Diego offer the golfer a wonderful mix of challenge and excitement. Coronado Golf Club is only 10 minutes away.

Balboa Park/San Diego Zoo:
Clustered within this magnificent 1,400 acre park in downtown San Diego are a dozen or more attractions. Some of the major ones are: The San Diego Zoo, The Old Globe Theater, The Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater, The Timkin Art Gallery, the Natural History Museum and more. Only a 10-minute drive.

San Diego Maritime Museum:
A floating display of maritime history featuring the Star of India, the oldest iron-hulled sailing vessel afloat. 10 minutes away.

Viejas Casino, Turf Club and Factory Outlet Shopping Center:
Viejas Casino and Turf Club located 30 miles East of the hotel is a stunning gaming and entertainment facility, incorporating a Native American theme and offering visitors a clean, secure and comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy hundreds of video pull-tab machines, Viejas Bingo, special non-smoking areas (Bingo & Video), and a large cardroom encompassing the games of Poker, Pai Gow, Super Pa 9, BlackJack and Baccarat. The Satellite Wagering Facility seats 300 and has the best action from racetracks around the world. To add to the excitement, the Viejas DreamCatcher Showroom is home to quality entertainment and world-renowned performers. In addition to the Casino you will find the new $30 million dollar designer factory outlet shopping center which features great shopping and a high tech laser water show nightly.

Tijuana, Mexico:
This colorful city offers a full day of sightseeing, shopping and dining experiences. Virtually all merchants speak English and U.S. currency is accepted everywhere. No passports are required for short visits. 15 minute drive.

Legoland California:
Located less than 30 miles from Legoland California, created by the Danish toy manufacturer it is the only park of its kind in the United States. The 128-acre park is designed to stimulate the imagination of youngsters ages 2 and up. Six distinctive play areas feature unique attractions, family rides, restaurants, opportunities to build and areas to explore. About 30 million LEGO bricks were used to create more than 1,000 colorful LEGO models that decorate the park, adding to its appeal.

Beaches:
Located 10 minutes from miles of sun splashed beaches. Whether you’re swimming, fishing, windsurfing, water skiing, taking a long walk or sunbathing our white sandy beaches are awaiting you.

Shopping:
Escape to shopping paradise near La Jolla at Westfield Shoppingtown UTC! Set amidst lush floral landscaping, graceful fountains and meandering promenades, you’ll find more than 155 select stores, including Nordstrom, Banana Republic, bebe, Charles David, Sephora, Illuminations, and Crate & Barrel. Plus, enjoy fabulous dining and entertainment, and the Olympic-size ice rink and health club. Just a 15-minute drive.

San Diego’s Westfield Shopingtown Horton Plaza offers the most unique shopping, dining and entertainment you can find in one place. Experience more than 140 unique specialty shops, fabulous restaurants, theatres and more as you soak in the sunshine, enjoy the world-renowned architecture and savor the one-of –a-kind ambiance of our Town. And if you show your hotel key at Westfield Shoppingtown Horton Plaza Customer Service on Plaza Level I, you’ll receive a free gift. 8 miles away.

San Diego’s Fashion Valley Shopping Center newly renovated this past year is shopping at its best. Visit the new AMC theater complex with its new state of the art Lounge Chair Stadium Seating and SDDS sound, or dine in one of the many fine restaurants located throughout the complex. 12 miles.

San Diego’s New Mission Valley Center also newly renovated this past year also offers wonderful shopping and dining experiences. Visit the AMC 20 theater complex also offering new state of the art Lounge Chair Stadium Seating and SDDS sound.

Seaport Village:
San Diego’s Landmark for Waterfront Shopping and Dining. Take a step back in time to a setting of charming, turn-of-the-century architecture, winding paths and trickling fountains surrounded by the city’s best sightseeing and shopping. Then add live music, street performers, horse-drawn carriages and an 1890’s Looff carousel, and you’ve got a memorable day by the bay at Seaport Village. Just 10 minutes.

San Diego Harbor Excursions & Hornblower Cruises & Events:
Take a one or two hour narrated harbor tour, a ferry to Coronado or enjoy dining and dancing on one of the available dinner cruises. These harbor excursions offer some unique history on the area and some incredible views of the harbor, San Diego and Coronado skylines. Just 10 minutes.