Welcome to Howard Johnson Encinitas
Activities

Sea World:
Sea World is much more than the world renowned aquatics show. Visitors to the park see fascinating displays and aquariums, plus have the opportunity to pet and feed playful dolphins, seals and other aquatic life. Discount tickets and packages available.

Balboa Park/San Diego Zoo:
Clustered within this magnificent 1,400 acre park in downtown San Diego are a dozen or more attractions. Some of the major ones are: The San Diego Zoo, The Old Globe Theater, The Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater, The Timkin Art Gallery, the Natural History Museum and more. Discount tickets and packages available.

Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack:
While trade shows and exhibits are held throughout the year, the fairgrounds really come alive in mid-June until early July when it becomes the site of the Del Mar Fair and for horse racing season beginning in late July.

Viejas Casino, Turf Club and Factory Outlet Shopping Center:
Viejas Casino and Turf Club located 30 miles East of the hotel is a stunning gaming and entertainment facility, incorporating a Native American theme and offering visitors a clean, secure and comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy hundreds of video pull-tab machines, Viejas Bingo, special non-smoking areas (Bingo & Video), and a large card room encompassing the games of Poker, Pai Gow, Super Pa 9, BlackJack and Baccarat. The Satellite Wagering Facility seats 300 and has the best action from race tracks around the world. To add to the excitement, the Viejas’ Dream Catcher Showroom is home to quality entertainment and world-renowned performers. In addition to the Casino you will find the new $30 million dollar designer factory outlet shopping center which features great shopping and a high tech laser water show nightly.

Shopping:
Escape to shopping paradise near La Jolla at Westfield Shoppingtown UTC! Set amidst lush floral landscaping, graceful fountains and meandering promenades, you’ll find more than 155 select stores, including Nordstrom, Banana Republic, bebe, Charles David, Sephora, Illuminations, and Crate & Barrel. Plus, enjoy fabulous dining and entertainment, and the Olympic-size ice rink and health club. Just a 15-minute drive.

Legoland California:
Located less than 2 miles from Legoland California, created by the Danish toy manufacturer it is the only park of its kind in the United States. The 128-acre park is designed to stimulate the imagination of youngsters ages 2 and up. Six distinctive play areas feature unique attractions, family rides, restaurants, opportunities to build and areas to explore. About 30 million LEGO bricks were used to create more than 1,000 colorful LEGO models that decorate the park, adding to its appeal. Discount tickets and packages available.

San Diego Harbor Excursions & Hornblower Cruises & Events:
Take a one or two hour narrated harbor tour, a ferry to Coronado or enjoy dining and dancing on one of the available dinner cruises. These harbor excursions offer some unique history on the area and some incredible views of the harbor, San Diego and Coronado skylines.