Presidio Park in Old Town San Diego

Presidio Park is located about 1 block just outside of Old Town. It is a beautiful 40 acre green park, with rolling hillsides overlooking Old Town from the north end of Taylor Street. Presidio Park is often overlooked as a major San Diego attraction and does not attract large crowds like Balboa Park does. The Park is a perfect place to walk, read a book, hike or take a siesta under the large palm trees. On any given day you will see joggers running the many trails. The park is also popular with picnickers, and many couples have taken their wedding vows on the park's long stretches of lawn, some of the greenest in San Diego. From the top of Presidio Park visitors can enjoy sweeping views of San Diego. The parks main attraction is The Junipero Serra Museum which sits at the top of the hill. The Serra museum displays artifacts and pictures of San Diego's past. The museum's cost is $5/adults and $2/children. There are several popular areas in Presidio Park that are perfect and available for weddings or for every day use such as

 

Inspiration Point

Inspration Point is a great place to hold a small wedding, memorial service, or even a have a picnic. There is a view of Mission Valley and numerous trees that offer shade year-round. There are also several picnic tables. Permitted for weddings up to 25 people.

Palm Canyon

Palm Canyon is ideal for weddings, memorial services, and other small ceremonies. This site is surrounded by a half mile of very large trees. It is accessible only by foot from the gate Taylor Street. There are picnic tables near the parking lot as well. Permitted for weddings up to 50 people.

The Padre Cross

Padre Cross was erected in1913 by the Order of Panama and is made up of tiles from the Presidio ruins. This makes the area an ideal site for wedding, memorial services, or other small ceremonies. Permitted for weddings up to 25 people.

The Arbor

The Arbor is a popular site for weddings, memorial services and other small ceremonies. It is one of the best places to visit in Presidio Park. There is a semi-covered walkway and a picnic table nearby. Located on the top of the hill between Presidio Drive and Cosoy Way. Permitted for weddings up to 30 people.

The Junípero Serra Museum
It was here in 1769 that a Spanish Franciscan missionary, Father Junípero Serra, with a group of soldiers led by Gaspar de Portolá, established Alta California’s first mission and presidio. Today it is a museum and one of San Diegos most recongnizable symbols. Located in Presidio Park at the top of the hill.

Presidio Hills Golf Course
Established in 1932, Presidio Hills is one of the oldest golf courses in San Diego. In fact, the clubhouse is housed in what is thought to be the first residential structure built in San Diego, the storied La Casa De Carrillo. The perfect place for beginners and experts alike, 18 challenging holes of Short-Course golf.

Note: Presidio Park's popular wedding sites are available to permit six months in advance but they are not available on holiday weekends or during major park events. The park is open 10:00am to 5:00pm (6:00 pm during daylight-savings time) Food is allowed onsite but no glass containers. There is no public restroom available at this site. Contact the Permit Center at (619) 235-1169 for fee information.

 

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