Things To Do
Oceanside Pier
Oceanside Pier is the perfect place for a sunset stroll by the ocean or a great place to spend the afternoon. Be sure to stop by "The Top Gun House" for a photo op, the surf museum, just a few blocks from the pier, or visit the sea lions on Sea Lion Island. If you get hungry, the Toasted Gastrobrunch is a delicious place to eat. It offers outdoor seating with fireplaces and is about a 10-minute walk from the pier.
Amalfi Cucina Italiana - San Marcos
Amalfi Cucina is the perfect location for a lakeside, upscale Italian meal close to the venue. The Marina Bar & Kitchen, located downstairs, offers delicious burgers, pizza, and salad in a more casual lakeside environment.
Acento Coffee Roasters
If you venture south to Point Loma during your stay in San Diego, Acento is our favorite stop for handcrafted lattes and freshly roasted coffee beans!
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
The perfect stop for shopping! Be sure to visit the Windmill Food Hall inside of the Carlsbad Windmill for lots of unique food options.
Sunshine Mountain Vineyard
Savor the view, taste the perfection. Open Thursday–Sunday | 12 PM-7 PM Reservations Recommended For Groups of 5+!
Ortiz's Taco Shop
If you venture south into San Diego, Ortiz's has the best California burritos around!
Double Peak Trail Hike
Pizza Nova
Since 1990, Pizza Nova has been serving some of San Diego's best wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and salads. Mia and Eric love the Point Loma location and just discovered there is one in San Marcos, too.
Better Buzz Coffee
Better Buzz has been one of our family's favorite coffee shops in San Diego for years. The Best Drink ever is a must-try! You can also grab a quick bite, avocado toast, bagels, acai bowls, or pastries.
Draft Republic San Marcos
For a casual, tasty dining experience, visit Draft Republic. It offers a unique dining/entertainment experience. It has an 8 lane boutique bowling alley, state of the art Full Swing Golf Simulator, modern arcade, and over 30+ TV’s plus an LED video wall to watch all your favorite sports.
City of San Diego
If you are headed South to the city, there are endless things to do. Here are some of the top attractions; The San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park with many museums and gardens, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, the Historic USS Midway Museum (an aircraft carrier), Historic Old Town established in 1769 and is considered the birthplace of CA., the Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Belmont Historic Beachfront Amusement Park, Seaport Village, Petco Park, and SeaWorld. There is a lot of nature to explore as well, like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach Boardwalk, Shelter Island, La Jolla Coves, don't miss the Ca. Sea Lions, Cabrillo National Monument, Coronado Island, is a fun place to spend the afternoon. Happy Exploring :)
