Things To Do
Balboa Park
Quintessential San Diego landmark. Lots of things to do within the park itself. Check out the Natural History Museum, the Art Museum, the Spanish Village Art Center, or the Botanical Building.
San Diego Zoo
Worth it. It's right next to Balboa Park so you could really hit two places in the same day! Treat yourself to a walking beer and say hello to the pandas for us.
South Park
Old stompin' grounds. Lots of cute little shops to poke your head into. Great food and drinks. Fernisde: Delish drinks, burgers & fries, other fun eats, solid HH Harland Brewing: Coffee, beer, bites Kindred: Suprisingly vegan, fun crafted cocktails Buona Forchetta: Italian, they also own the wine bar next door
Pacific Beach
Costa Brava: Great HH, tapas, vino, & sangria. Save room for desert or an espresso martini. Taco Surf: Mex food with solid burritos & surfboards on the ceiling.
India Street
India Street passes through Little Italy and hits the bottom of the Mission Hills area. It just also happens to have some of our favorite spots. Vino Carta: Bottle shop w/lil snacks, pop-up foods on certain days, great outdoor patio for people watching Blue Water Market Seafood and Grill: Best fish tacos (actually), fresh caught fish, homemade tortillas, mussels & frites, bisque in a bread bowl... you get it. Saffron Thai: Two words PEANUT. SAUCE. Great chicken skewers, fantastic curries, fried rice, the works. Gelato Vero: A 'hole in the wall' if you will. Been going strong since the 80's. A no nonsense establishment with great gelato, coffee, espresso, and other baked goods.
La Jolla
Torrey Pines: Slightly north of La Jolla, but gorgeous views of Pacific Ocean. Easy walking trails through chaparral that lead down to the beach. Birch Aquarium: Not the biggest aquarium but it's done well and it has a great view of the ocean. Copy and paste link for cuteness: https://aquarium.ucsd.edu/cams/penguin-cam La Jolla Cove: Lots of restaurants and shops in La Jolla. Some of the best coastal views, and if you walk over to the cove you can catch sea lions doing whatever it is sea lions do.
Liberty Station
Liberty Station used to serve as the Naval Training Center from the 20's to 90's but has since been transformed into a 361-acre, historic all-in-one hub featuring shopping, dining, art, and entertainment. Quick eats, and sit down restaurants...bottle shops, brews, vino, cocktails etc. There is something for everyone. Highly recommend Stone Brewing for food & drank. If sitting outside be prepared to hear the planes flying overhead!
Old Town
Old Town San Diego is the city’s historic birthplace—a compact, walkable neighborhood of restored adobes, museums, lively Mexican restaurants, artisan shops, and frequent cultural festivals. Old Town State Historic Park: Walk restored adobes and living‑history exhibits. Mexican dining and cantinas: Enjoy authentic food, festive patios, and margaritas. Artisan shops and markets: Browse handcrafted goods and souvenirs.