California Quadrangle, San Diego
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Facts and practical information
The California Quadrangle, California Building, and California Tower are historic structures located in Balboa Park in San Diego, California. They were built for the 1915–16 Panama-California Exposition and served as the grand entry to the Expo. The buildings and courtyard were designed by architect Bertram Goodhue. They were added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 17, 1974. They now house the Museum of Us. ()
Built: 1911 (113 years ago)Coordinates: 32°43'53"N, 117°9'7"W
Address
1350 El PradoDowntown San Diego (Balboa Park)San Diego 92101-1616
Contact
+1 619-239-2001
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Day trips
California Quadrangle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Museum of Us, Timken Museum of Art, San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Museum of Art.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to California Quadrangle?
Nearby attractions include Museum of Us, San Diego (1 min walk), Alcazar Garden, San Diego (1 min walk), Old Globe Theatre, San Diego (2 min walk), San Diego Art Institute, San Diego (2 min walk).
How to get to California Quadrangle by public transport?
The nearest stations to California Quadrangle:
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Light rail
Tram
Train
Bus
- Plaza de Panama • Lines: Balboa Park Tram (3 min walk)
- Organ Pavilion Station • Lines: Balboa Park Tram (4 min walk)
Light rail
- City College • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (27 min walk)
- 5th Avenue • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (29 min walk)
Tram
- City College • Lines: Silver (28 min walk)
- 5th Avenue • Lines: Silver (29 min walk)
Train
- San Diego (38 min walk)