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Visit Escondido<\/h2>\n

Escondido may mean \u201chidden\u201d but it\u2019s no secret there\u2019s a lot going on here! Located just 30 miles northeast of downtown San Diego and 20 minutes from the coast, Escondido is home to major attractions, beautiful wineries, craft breweries, unique arts and theatre, delicious culinary experiences and a charming historic downtown. Enjoy the beautiful climate with year-round golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, and fantastic events!<\/p>\n

Escondido is the heart of northern San Diego\u2026 rich in history and culture. The list of \u201cmust do\u2019s\u201d includes the California Center of the Arts, Escondido, a unique performing arts complex, museum, and conference center; the San Diego Zoo Safari Park<\/a>, an expansive wildlife sanctuary; the amazing sculpture garden, Queen Califia\u2019s Magical Circle, created by the late world-acclaimed artist Niki de Saint Phalle; Cruisin\u2019 Grand Escondido, one of the greatest ongoing traditions in San Diego County; the San Diego Children\u2019s Discovery Museum;\u00a0 Daley Ranch, a wilderness preserve with extensive hiking, biking and equestrian trails and more!<\/p>\n

Embracing a farm-to-table experience, Escondido offers a variety of culinary experiences such as Vintana Wine + Dine, The Wooden Spoon, Burger Bench and Bellamy\u2019s\u2026 as well as three weekly farmers\u2019 markets. Many beautiful boutique wineries with spectacular views provide leisurely wine tasting afternoons, cool urban wineries, and the best of the craft beer culture meets culinary vision right here at the first home of Stone Brewing and Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens.<\/p>\n

This wonderfully unique area also presents many other activities\u2026 enjoy a round of golf at one of five golf courses, fishing or picnicking at three lakes, cycling on Palomar Mountain, browsing through downtown art galleries or shopping at world-class retail stores and the largest auto park in Southern California. You can also play at one of several nearby casino resorts!<\/p>\n

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Cruisin’ Grand<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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One of the greatest ongoing traditions in San Diego County, Cruisin\u2019 Grand Escondido\u2122 runs for six spectacular months. This FREE EVENT brings more than 5000 visitors and car enthusiasts each Friday Night. Come check out the 500+ cars lining the streets of historic downtown Escondido. Not only for classic car enthusiasts\u2026 everyone enjoys meeting up with friends, bringing the family out and strolling along Grand Avenue, stopping in for a bite at one of our many restaurants and people-watching on those warm summer nights. Theme nights include \u201cFire Truck Night\u201d, \u201cNitro Night\u201d and \u201cAFX Night.\u201d<\/p>\n

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There\u2019s something for everyone here\u2026. Explore, Experience and Enjoy Escondido!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Contact Visit Escondido<\/h3>\n

(760) 839-4777<\/a><\/p>\n

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VISIT WEBSITE<\/a><\/p>\n

Map & Directions<\/h3>\n