Jen & Corey
Things To Do
Balboa Park
Balboa Park is on of our top 5 places to visit! It is huge and has over 17 museums just to begin. Put on your walking shoes for this one and free concerts in the Spreckles Organ Pavilion and live jazz at Panama 66.
U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Museum
The U.S.S Midway aircraft carrier is a site to see even if you don't have time to tour the carrier. It is located along the Broadway Pier area and I suggest getting some local fish with a gorgeous view at the Fish Market Restaurant!
Hotel del Coronado
We absolutely exploring the Hotel Del! Built in 1888, it is the second largest wooden structure in the United States and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977 and a California Historical Landmark in 1970. When it opened in 1888, it was the largest resort hotel in the world. It has hosted presidents, royalty, and celebrities through the years. The hotel has been featured in numerous movies and books. Be sure to search out the history of the ghost of Kate Morgan!
San Diego Farmers Markets
SoCal Farmers Markets are such an experience and we have many here (one each day of the week). Our favorites are the following - Ocean Beach (weds night), Little Italy (Saturdays) and Hillcrest (Sundays). So many samples of local flavors to try such as fruits, nuts, veggies, honey, chocolate, cheese and so on!
Liberty Station NTC Park
Liberty Station is an array of fun shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, grocery stores, parks, walking trails and the newest addition, the public market. It is rich with history since it used to be the Naval Training Center!
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Historic buildings include a schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, San Diego's first newspaper office, a cigar and pipe store, houses and gardens, and a stable with a carriage collection. There are also stores, with local artisans demonstrating their craft. There is no charge to enter the state park or any of its museums.
Seaport Village
Seaport Village is a collection of over seventy free-standing one-of-a-kind shops, galleries, and restaurants comprising a waterfront village on the San Diego Bay
Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively downtown neighborhood, known for its nightlife. Clubs, dive bars and cocktail lounges draw a young crowd, while the Spreckels and Balboa theaters have diverse programs of music, comedy and drama. It includes 94 historic buildings, most of which were constructed in the Victorian Era, and are still in use with active tenants.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood, with a classic SoCal beach vibe. Surfers and sunbathers fill the namesake beach, while Ocean Beach Pier is a popular local fishing spot with sweeping views. Nearby, Newport Avenue is lined with antiques shops, beachwear and surf boutiques, organic groceries, taquerias and brewpubs. The Ocean Beach Farmers Market features live music.