Things To Do
Downtown San Juan & Los Rios Historic District
Explore local shops and restaurants in this charming town.
River Street Marketplace
Lively outdoor space to shop, eat, drink, and enjoy the sun.
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Historic landmark and museum featuring Spanish architecture, garden courtyards, and the iconic Great Stone Church ruins.
Salt Creek Beach
Our favorite beach to watch the sunset from the grassy hill. Also great for swimming and surfing. There is a large metered parking lot at street level. Walk down the hill for beach access.
Dana Strands Beach
One of our favorite beaches! There's a large free parking lot on the street level. Take the stairs down into the neighborhood for beach access.
San Clemente Pier
A great spot for swimming, surfing, fishing, or a walk along the beach trail. There is meter parking in the lot on the hill.
Victoria Beach
The best white sand beach with tidepools and a pirate tower. Park in the neighborhood on the hill across PCH.
Laguna Beach City Center & Main Beach
Downtown Laguna is full of boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Main Beach is home to the boardwalk and lifeguard tower. Walk north from Main Beach to Heisler Park for a panoramic view of the coast.
Drive along PCH
The drive on Pacific Coast Highway between Dana Point and Laguna Beach is scenic in and of itself.
Heritage Barbecue
Michelin Bib Gourmand BBQ spot right in downtown San Juan. Beware, the line gets long!
Albertaco's Mexican Food
Hole in the wall, no frills Mexican joint. Order the California burrito!
Avila's El Ranchito
Traditional Mexican restaurant in the heart of downtown San Clemente (also a location in Laguna Beach). Courtney ate here every week growing up.
Sol Agave
Modern Mexican restaurant in San Juan Capistrano with a killer spicy marg.
Banzai Bowls
The best açai bowl you'll ever have.
Swallow's Inn
For a cold beer and live music.
Mayfield
For orange wine or a cocktail.