The Zoo was our first date! The SD Zoo is world renowned for it's conservation of species. It's a large beautiful space you can spend a whole day exploring.
La Jolla Cove is a popular beach area where you can watch sea lions, enjoy the coast, as well as eat, drink, and shop. This is the city where we got engaged!
Laguna Beach is a must-see if you're in Orange County. The views are spectacular and there is plenty to do and see for a fun beach afternoon. Parking can by tricky, so the earlier in the day you can arrive, the better. Have lunch at Las Brisas for delicious coastal mexican cuisine while you take in vistas of the ocean and the coast. Make reservations for dinner at Nick's for fantastic cocktails and locally famous food.
Visit Temecula for a quaint and vibrant downtown and over a dozen wineries to tour and taste. It can get warm in this area but it's conveniently located mid-way between Orange County and San Diego.