In Your Spare Time
San Clemente Pier
Walk the stunning beach, grab a slice of pizza and ice cream and enjoy a beautiful sunset. OR grab a cup of coffee from Bear Coast and enjoy the sunrise. Whatever floats your boat.
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
A beautiful historic property overlooking the ocean with gardens, coastal views, and plenty of photo-worthy spots. It’s a great place to spend an hour exploring and taking in a little bit of San Clemente’s history.
Avenida Del Mar
Take a stroll through the heart of downtown San Clemente! Avenida Del Mar is lined with local boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and shops and leads right down toward the pier. It’s the perfect area to grab a coffee, do a little shopping, or stop for lunch while exploring town.
San Clemente Beach Trail
One of the best ways to take in the San Clemente coastline! This scenic trail runs along the beach with beautiful ocean views and plenty of spots to stop along the way. Perfect for a morning walk, an easy stroll, or grabbing a coffee and enjoying some fresh ocean air.
Hidden House Coffee
One of our favorite spots! Grab a coffee at Hidden House and take a stroll down historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. It’s a charming little area with historic homes, shops, restaurants, and plenty to explore. A perfect stop for a slow morning during the weekend.
BeachFire Bar & Grill
A fun spot right on Avenida Del Mar for lunch, dinner, or drinks! BeachFire has a laid-back coastal atmosphere, great food and cocktails, and live music. It’s a great place to stop while exploring downtown San Clemente.
The Bagel Shack
One of our favorite spots for a quick breakfast! Stop by for a fresh bagel, breakfast sandwich, and coffee before heading out to explore San Clemente. Perfect for an easy morning or grabbing something to-go before the beach.