Things To Do
Balboa Park
Balboa Park is a 1,200-acre historic urban cultural park in San Diego, California. The park hosts various museums, theaters, restaurants, and the San Diego Zoo.
Birch Aquarium
Birch Aquarium at Scripps is the public exploration center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Birch Aquarium features the groundbreaking work of Scripps Oceanography.
Bird Rock
A cute little town connecting La Jolla and Pacific Beach, great for bike riding on the bike path and yummy restaurants. Fun fact, Mark met Maddie's parents for the first time in Bird Rock!
Bronx Pizza
High on Mark's list of stops during the trip to SD, reminds him of NEPS, IFYKYK ;)
Cantina Mayahuel
Authentic Mezcaleria y Tequilaria in North Park, San Diego
Coronado Island
A definite must if you want to go for a drive across the San Diego Bay Bridge or you can take the ferry! Definitely check out the historic Hotel Del for a drink on the beach.
El Pescador Fish Market
Local seafood spot in La Jolla ~ Great for lunch and dinner!
Gaslamp Quarter - The Historic Heart Of San Diego
The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively downtown neighborhood, known for its nightlife. Horton Plaza Park has grassy lawns, ice cream and coffee vendors, and an interactive fountain.
Harry's Coffee Shop
Maddie's family has been dining here for years. A La Jolla staple with incredible breakfast!! Try the Horchata Cold Brew ;)
il giardino di Lilli
Italian garden cafe and bakery located in the heart of La Jolla Village. Maddie's favorite Matcha and Espresso!!
La Clochette
This is one of the best cafes we used to walk to when we lived in North PB and they make the best almond croissant, Maddie's favorite!
La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Cove is a small cove with a beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla. The area is protected as part of a marine reserve and is popular with snorkelers, swimmers and scuba divers.
The Kitchen @mcasd
This has quickly become one of Maddie's families' favorite breakfast and brunch spots and even better it is right across the street from the church!
The Fishery
One of our all time favorite dinner spots in all of San Diego! Incredible cocktails and even better seafood!
Oltre Mare
One of our first regular date night spots, and maybe our favorite! BYOB (no corking fee), family owned, Italian with a simple yet delicious menu! Ask for Sarah :)
Paradisaea
A Michelin star dining experience in the heart of Bird Rock. Reservation recommended, but the bar is first come first serve.
Petco Park
If the Padres are still playing this season, definitely go check out a game. Such a beautiful field to enjoy a beer and a hot dog. Mark and Maddie have enjoyed so many dates here with each other and friends!
Pacific Beach
This is where Maddie met Mark and all the other Chatham hooligans maaany years ago. We continued to live here in a few different apartments before we made the move out east. There are a bunch of fun bars and restaurants to enjoy by day or night!
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is a wilderness island in an urban sea. This fragile environment is the home of our nation's rarest pine tree. We love to go for a fun and easy hike and then get lunch afterwards.
UCSD Scripps Pier
One of the popular surf spots and beaches around town. If you take a stroll north, past Scripps Pier, you'll see the spot where Mark popped the big question. And if you peek around the area, you might be able to spot the venue for the reception celebration!
USS Midway Museum
The USS Midway Museum is a historical naval aircraft carrier museum located in downtown. The ship houses an extensive collection of aircraft, many of which were built in Southern California.
Windansea Park
This is an iconic and special beach that Maddie grew up going to with family and friends for beach days and sunset dips. This is also one of Jet's favorite places ;)