Things To Do

Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar

- Beautiful views - Gives you an excuse to walk to the pier - Don't leave without ordering the Mudd Pie

Santa Catalina Island

Up for an adventure? Take a quick (1 hr 30 min) ferry to Catalina Island! Dana Point Harbor --> Avalon

River Street Marketplace

If you're an avid shopper - come here! Or if you want to kill some time and hangout, grab an app/drink and hang outdoors! Friday, May 22 - Salsa Dancing Event 6-9pm

River Street Ranch

For those with kids - go here! Feed the animals, train ride, pony ride, playground, etc.

Avenida Del Mar

DownTown San Clemente Ideal for a stroll, eating, and window shopping The Cellar: Wine and Apps Nick's: Fancy Dinner El Ranchito: Mexican Food & Margs Rare Society: Boujee Steak Dinner $$ BeachFire: Live Music South of Nicks: Higher End Mexican Nomads: Poke and Beer

"The Triangle"

Our dive bar scene, which we call the "triangle," near Avenida Del Mar. -Ole's -Goody's -Krazy Kooters Some other good bars in town outside of the triangle are Molly Bloom's Irish Bar and Los Molinos Brewery

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens

Great if you're a history buff. The founder of San Clemente, Ole Hanson, built this Spanish Colonial Revival home

Mission San Juan Capistrano

Dana Point Harbor

Shop, dine, or rent kayaks / stand-up paddleboards The harbor is also home to "Baby Beach," ideal for children Grab a Mai Tai at Wind & Sea restaurant! Ocean Institute - An ocean education center that offers Marine Science and Maritime History education (fun for kids)

Los Rios Street Historic District

Restaurant Recommendations: Trevor's At The Tracks (sit outside and watch the train pass right by the restaurant) El Adobe (Mexican) Selma's (Italian, deep dish pizza) The Tea House on Los Rios (tea & small bites, super cute atmosphere, gets busy may need to make reservations) Swallow's Inn (dive bar)