Stroll along seaside paths, check out multi-million-dollar oceanfront homes, and snap photos of historic hotels as you explore the charming—and ritzy—city of Coronado. Cruise the streets with an experienced guide and take advantage of chances to see the area’s scenic vistas and iconic landmarks.

Commonly referred to as Coronado Island because of the narrow channel of water that once separated it from the mainland, this lollipop-shaped community is just minutes away from downtown San Diego, but feels like it’s a world apart.

Arrive among the palm tree-lined streets of the town’s center, checking out beach-style bungalows and charming cottages and stopping for beachside photos along the waterfront. Along the way, listen to your guide share stories about the area’s rise to become one of the most affluent residential places in the country.

Nearby, head to the historic Hotel Del Coronado. Built in 1888, this gorgeous Victorian-style getaway was once the largest resort in the world and has played host to diplomatic leaders, foreign dignitaries, and stars of the silver screen. Peruse the grounds and snap photos of its classic wooden architecture on one of the most beautiful beaches on the West Coast.