Children's Park, San Diego

Name: Children's Park
Address: Martin Luther King Promenade, San Diego, 92101, United States

#73 among attractions in San Diego

Relax in park, Park, Playground

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Facts and practical information

Children's Park is a public park along Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade in San Diego, California, in the United States. It was designed by landscape architect Peter Walker, and completed in August 1996 at a cost of $2.8 million. ()

Elevation: 16 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 32°42'35"N, 117°9'50"W

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Martin Luther King PromenadeDowntown San Diego (Marina)San Diego 92101 United States

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Children's Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Seaport Village, Westfield Horton Plaza, Dolphin Cove, The New Children's Museum.

~1850 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Piers and boardwalks
Seaport Village, San Diego
9 min walk • Nestled along the waterfront in the city of San Diego, Seaport Village is a charming shopping and dining complex that draws both locals and tourists to its picturesque promenades. With its distinctive architecture that reflects a coastal theme, this shopping center...
~1550 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westfield Horton Plaza, San Diego
8 min walk • Westfield Horton Plaza, nestled in the heart of San Diego, United States, stands as a vibrant testament to the city's love for shopping and leisure. This sprawling shopping center is a colorful maze of retail outlets, dining options, and entertainment venues that...
0.6 miNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dolphin Cove, San Diego
15 min walk • Dolphin Cove, nestled in the vibrant city of San Diego, United States, is a captivating amusement ride that offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. This marine-themed attraction is not only a feast for the eyes but also an opportunity to engage...
~480 ftNW
Museum, Children's museum
The New Children's Museum, San Diego
3 min walk • The New Children's Museum in San Diego stands as a beacon of creativity and learning for young minds. Situated in the heart of downtown San Diego, this dynamic institution is dedicated to providing children with a playful environment where they can experience art...
0.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Petco Park, San Diego
12 min walk • Petco Park, nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego, United States, stands as a premier sports venue and the home of Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres. Since its opening in April 2004, Petco Park has become known not just for its sporting events, but also for...
~1700 ftNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego
9 min walk • The Gaslamp Quarter is a 16½-block neighborhood in the downtown area of San Diego, California. It extends from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and from 4th to 6th Avenue.
0.4 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Spreckels Theatre, San Diego
10 min walk • Spreckels Theatre is a performing arts center located in San Diego, California. It was touted as "the first modern commercial playhouse west of the Mississippi". It was designed for philanthropist John D. Spreckels, and was meant to commemorate the opening of the Panama Canal.
1.3 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Starlight Bowl, San Diego
34 min walk • The Starlight Bowl is an amphitheater located in Balboa Park in San Diego, California. It was constructed for the 1935–1936 California Pacific International Exposition and seats 4,300.
~1720 ftN
Park, Cinema
Horton Plaza Park, San Diego
9 min walk • Horton Plaza Park is an outdoor venue located in the heart of downtown San Diego, which had its grand opening on May 4, 2016. Located on the corner of 4th Avenue and Broadway, the plaza preserves the history and integrity of the original Horton Plaza, while adding key features to enhance the area.
~770 ftSE
Memorial, Park, View point
Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade, San Diego
4 min walk • Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade is a 12-acre linear park and memorial promenade in San Diego, California, in the United States. Children's Park lies within the promenade. The promenade was dedicated in 1992.
~1910 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Nightlife
Balboa Theatre, San Diego
10 min walk • The Balboa Theatre is a historic vaudeville/movie theatre in downtown San Diego, US, built in 1924. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Balboa was refurbished and reopened as a performing arts venue in 2008.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Children's Park?

Nearby attractions include Breaking of the Chains, San Diego (1 min walk), Pinnacle Marina Tower, San Diego (2 min walk), Harbor Club Condominiums, San Diego (3 min walk), The New Children's Museum, San Diego (3 min walk).

How to get to Children's Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Children's Park:

Tram

Convention Center • Lines: Silver (1 min walk)
Gaslamp Quarter • Lines: Silver (8 min walk)

Light rail

Convention Center • Lines: 530, Silver (2 min walk)
Seaport Village • Lines: 530, Silver (8 min walk)

Bus

1st Avenue and Broadway • Lines: 901 (11 min walk)
Broadway & Union St. • Lines: 992 (11 min walk)

Train

San Diego (16 min walk)