Accessible San Diego is pleased to provide a guide to San Diego, with the CSUN attendees in mind, so you will have a great accessible time in San Diego. Please feel free to contact Accessible San Diego, as well as other local resources listed below for further information.
This year, look for SPECIALS from the USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld to make your San Diego experience the best one!
Things to do in San Diego
Whether you have a few hours of free time or extending your stay, there is something for everyone to make the best of your San Diego experience! Please refer to Activity Calendar for featured attractions.
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Seaport Village and Embarcadero ParkAdjacent to Manchester Grand Hyatt, enjoy the 3-mile waterfront walk through Seaport Village and embarcadero Park. You will find plenty of outdoor fun, shopping & dining
By popular demand, from last year’s CSUN attendees, we have arranged volunteers during the Conference to show you around the Seaport Village, courtesy of the Port of San Diego! For schedule, check Activity Calendar or come to Accessible San Diego booth across from the Conference Registration during the Exhibit Hall hours and sign up.
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USS Midway Museum:USS Midway Museum is a floating aircraft carrier museum. Elevators available throughout the ship; audio tours and flight simulator available – try the Family Audio Tour, which promises to be fun and educational for everyone.
CSUN Specials
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion
- *SPECIAL! $13 Museum admission for CSUN attendees, Feb 27-March 3, Show your conference badge.
- *SPECIAL! American Sign Language guided museum tour on Saturday 3/3, $10 incl. museum admission!
- *Ask if you can see the replica of the Midway!
Location
910 North Harbor Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 (Bus #992)
Phone: 619-544-9600
Call for reservation: 619-398-8264 or visitorinfo@midway.org
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San Diego ZooCSUN Specials
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion
- Available upon request: Braille Accessibility Guide, Easy Access Pass
- *SPECIAL! On the weekend of March 3-4th, San Diego Zoo has lined up with a variety of sensory tours and American Sign Language interpreted shows. Please refer to the schedule.
*Some tours require advanced reservation and additional cost to the Zoo admission.
Location
2920 Zoo Dr. San Diego, CA 92101 (Bus #7)
Phone: 619-231-1515,
Please contact Mia for more info & reservation.
619-718-3054 or msitz@sandiegozoo.org -
SeaWorld San DiegoEnjoy Shamu, sea lion, and new dolphin shows! They are fun even without being able to see everything! If you’re brave enough, place yourself in the “wet zone” at your own risk!
CSUN Specials
- *All shows with American Sign Language interpretation on Saturdays!
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion
Location
500 Sea World Dr. San Diego, CA 92109 (Bus #8/9)
Phone: 1-800 25-SHAMU (1-800 257-4268)
*Ask any SeaWorld Team Members if you need assistance.
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Hornblower Cruises
CSUN Specials
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion (Harbor cruise only)
San Diego harbor cruise, dinner cruises and events
Location
1066 North Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101 (Bus #992, #923)
Phone: 619-686-8700
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion (Harbor cruise only)
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Old Town Trolley Tours / Seal Tour
See the best of San Diego! Knowledgeable guide will describe major sites of San Diego and Coronado. For pick-up locations and ticket info, call or visit website.
CSUN Specials
- 2-for-1 for guests with disabilities and their companion
Phone: 619-298-8687
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Balboa ParkBalboa Park is a large park in the middle of downtown/Hillcrest. There are many museums and gardens with hands-on exhibits. You can also enjoy the whole park on free Balboa Park Trolley. For more info, call or walk in and talk to friendly Visitor Center staff. Here are some suggestions for you!
- Balboa Park self guided audio tour – learn the history and fun facts, $5 to rent equipment
- Ruben H Fleet Science Center 619-238-1233 – Many hands-on exhibits to feel and experiment.
Location
1549 El Prado – Houses of Hospitality (Visitor Center) (Bus #7)
Info Line: 619-239-0512,
Shopping, Dining & Nightlife
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Gaslamp QuarterOne-stop trolley ride or short walk from the Hyatt, Gaslamp Quarter offers tons of shops, restaurants and clubs along the 5th Avenue.
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Horton Plaza
324 Horton Plaza (Downtown San Diego)
San Diego, CA 92101,
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Fashion Valley Mall
7007 Friars Rd. San Diego, CA 92108
Transportation
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Shuttle –
Whether you arrive at San Diego Airport, Amtrak station, or Greyhound station, there is a shuttle to take you to the Manchester Grand Hyatt or to the hotel of your choice.
- Cloud 9 SuperShuttle
1-800-974-8885 - SOL Transportation
1-866-765-3177
- Cloud 9 SuperShuttle
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Accessible Van Rental
- Betterlife Mobility Center
1-800-400-4072
- Betterlife Mobility Center
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Paratransit – MTS Access –
Certification:
1-877-232-7433, www.adaride.comReservation:
1-888-517-9627 -
Public Transportation –
Orange Line trolley stops in front of the Manchester Grand Hyatt, which takes you to Gaslamp Quarter and the Horton Plaza. Contact San Diego MTS for the complete bus and trolley routs and services.
San Diego MTS (Public transit) –
Phone: 511 or 619-233-3004
Website: www.sdmts.com
Facebook: facebook.com/sdmts
Twitter: twitter.com/sdmts
- All buses and trolleys are wheelchair accessible.
- Service dog welcome!
- NO DISCOUNT for attendants.
- Ask the driver to call out your stop when you board a bus.
- If you are blind or visually impaired, stand on the pad with bumps located towards the front of the trolley station.
- When the trolley stops, press the button located near or on the door.
- There is a ticket vending machine at every trolley station with audio guide similar to ATM machine.
- If you are taking public transportation often, we recommend a Day Pass or 3-day Pass, which gives you unlimited use of both bus and trolley. Day Passes can be purchased from the ticket vending machine or from a bus driver or at the Transit Store on the corner of First Avenue and Broadway.
Download Activity Calendar and Trolley Signup
San Diego Activity Calendar for CSUN Conference Attendees
CSUN Old Town Trolley Transportation Signup
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