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Sycuan Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Sycuan Casino during your travels in El Cajon? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course

Enjoy a round of golf in El Cajon at Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The Magnolia

You can make plans for a show at The Magnolia during your trip to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

Grossmont College

Walk around the campus at Grossmont College as part of your travels around El Cajon. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

Shadow Mountain Community Church

After visiting Shadow Mountain Community Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

Parkway Plaza

During your trip to El Cajon, you can enjoy retail therapy at Parkway Plaza. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Cuyamaca College

Explore the campus of Cuyamaca College during your stay in Rancho San Diego.

Superior Court East County Division

After visiting Superior Court East County Division, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

The Water Conservation Garden

Explore the great outdoors at The Water Conservation Garden, a lovely green space in Rancho San Diego. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in El Cajon

Fletcher Hills

While Fletcher Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parkway Plaza and The Magnolia.

Shadow Mountain Ranch

While Shadow Mountain Ranch isn't home to many top sights, Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course and The Magnolia are some notable places to visit nearby.

Popular day trips from El Cajon

Ocean Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town

San Diego

Santee

La Mesa

Alpine

Spring Valley

Frequently asked questions

Is El Cajon worth visiting?

Whether you want to discover the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in El Cajon.

How do I spend a day in El Cajon?

Once you've checked off major attractions like Mount Helix Park and Boomers El Cajon, spend the rest of your day experiencing El Cajon's shopping and dining scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in El Cajon?

Mount Helix Park is one of the top tourist attractions in El Cajon and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in El Cajon?

You can easily enjoy leading sights like Mount Helix Park, Boomers El Cajon and Creation and Earth History Museum with a three-day stay in El Cajon. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to San Diego County.

Is El Cajon a walkable city?

Some top sights in El Cajon, like Mount Helix Park and Boomers El Cajon, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Just 3 kilometers from central El Cajon is Mount Helix and Fletcher Hills is 3 kilometers away.

What are some activities to do in El Cajon with kids?

If you are after tours and attractions for all the family, here are some fantastic ideas for what to do in El Cajon with kids.

What to do in El Cajon for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or thrill seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in El Cajon for adults including The Salvation Army Kroc Center and San Diego Voice & Viewpoint.

Are there free things to do in El Cajon?

One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in El Cajon is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without reaching into your pocket. Mount Helix Park is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.