Best of El Centro, CA
Most populous city below sea level
About El Centro
El Centro serves as the county seat of Imperial County and the principal city of the El Centro metropolitan area in southeastern California. Located just under 20 miles from Mexicali, it anchors the Southern California Border Region within the Imperial Valley. It holds the distinction of being the most populous U.S. city to lie entirely below sea level.
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Antojitos Como en Casa
Antojitos Como en Casa is a Mexican restaurant located at 425 Desert Gardens Drive.
View details →Best Hotels in El Centro
14 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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TownePlace Suites El Centro
TownePlace Suites El Centro is a hotel located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Travelodge El Centro
Travelodge El Centro is a hotel located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Hampton Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites offers comfortable accommodations in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in El Centro
31 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Antojitos Como en Casa
Antojitos Como en Casa is a Mexican restaurant located at 425 Desert Gardens Drive.
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Exotic Thai Bistro
Exotic Thai Bistro offers authentic Thai cuisine in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Tacos Marlyn
Tacos Marlyn is a Mexican restaurant located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Flautas & Sopes
Flautas & Sopes offers traditional Mexican dishes in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Fortune Garden
Fortune Garden serves traditional Chinese dishes in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Las Palmitas Taco Shop
Las Palmitas Taco Shop is a Mexican restaurant located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Lettys Casita
Lettys Casita is a Mexican restaurant located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in El Centro
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Willies Donuts
Willies Donuts is a café located on South 4th Street that specializes in donuts.
Best Bars & Nightlife in El Centro
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in El Centro
1 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
Best Shops in El Centro
21 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in El Centro
23 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Debbie J Pittman Park
Debbie J Pittman Park is a green area located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood.
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Emerson Park
Emerson Park is a public park located in the McCabe Ranch neighborhood. It offers open green space for walking, jogging and family recreation.
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Estancia Park
Estancia Park offers an open green space for walking and relaxation in the McCabe Ranch area.
Nearby cities to explore
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