Point Loma Guidebook
Sightseeing
Cabrillo National Monument is at the southern tip of the Point Loma Peninsula in San Diego, California, United States. It commemorates the landing of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at San Diego Bay on September 28, 1542.
238 locals recommend
Cabrillo National Monument
Cabrillo National Monument is at the southern tip of the Point Loma Peninsula in San Diego, California, United States. It commemorates the landing of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at San Diego Bay on September 28, 1542.
South of the OB Pier is Sunset Cliffs, one of the most photogenic sunset spots in all of San Diego. Between the cliffs, surf and sun, the photo opportunities are only limited by your imagination. In the photos, you’ll see our photo tour of a fabulous sunset on a high wave/ high tide day. The daytime blue fade to an orangey red sunset, and then the purples return once the sun drops over the horizon. Long story short, red is a short wavelength and purple is a long wavelength of light. The short wavelengths of light get scattered by the clouds and haze at sunset which creates which causes the orange, and red pallet. Once the sun sets over the horizon, only the longer purple wavelengths are able to bend around the curvature of the Earth.
580 locals recommend
Sunset Cliffs
South of the OB Pier is Sunset Cliffs, one of the most photogenic sunset spots in all of San Diego. Between the cliffs, surf and sun, the photo opportunities are only limited by your imagination. In the photos, you’ll see our photo tour of a fabulous sunset on a high wave/ high tide day. The daytime blue fade to an orangey red sunset, and then the purples return once the sun drops over the horizon. Long story short, red is a short wavelength and purple is a long wavelength of light. The short wavelengths of light get scattered by the clouds and haze at sunset which creates which causes the orange, and red pallet. Once the sun sets over the horizon, only the longer purple wavelengths are able to bend around the curvature of the Earth.
Long Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café, shop known for sunset views & sea lion sightings.
776 locals recommend
Ocean Beach
1850 Ocean Front StLong Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café, shop known for sunset views & sea lion sightings.
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is 2,000 acres of coastal state park located in the community of La Jolla, off North Torrey Pines Road. Although it is located within San Diego city limits, it remains one of the wildest stretches of land (8 km²) on the Southern California coast. The reserve consists of a plateau with cliffs that overlook Torrey Pines State Beach, and a lagoon that is vital to migrating seabirds.
1108 locals recommend
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadTorrey Pines State Natural Reserve is 2,000 acres of coastal state park located in the community of La Jolla, off North Torrey Pines Road. Although it is located within San Diego city limits, it remains one of the wildest stretches of land (8 km²) on the Southern California coast. The reserve consists of a plateau with cliffs that overlook Torrey Pines State Beach, and a lagoon that is vital to migrating seabirds.
Food scene
Sprawling Polynesian eatery known for its mai tai cocktails, seafood dishes & enchanting bay views.
106 locals recommend
Bali Hai Restaurant
2230 Shelter Island DrSprawling Polynesian eatery known for its mai tai cocktails, seafood dishes & enchanting bay views.
On San Diego's Shelter Island, offers tried and true SoCal recipes from acclaimed chef Reden Ramos.
12 locals recommend
Humphreys Restaurant
2241 Shelter Island DrOn San Diego's Shelter Island, offers tried and true SoCal recipes from acclaimed chef Reden Ramos.
Sitting quaintly on the marina this seafood-inspired eatery features mostly locally caught fish.
77 locals recommend
Mitch's Seafood
1403 Scott StSitting quaintly on the marina this seafood-inspired eatery features mostly locally caught fish.
Quaint place since 1998 with outdoor seating preparing homemade pasta & other select Italian dishes.
16 locals recommend
Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano
2833 Avenida De PortugalQuaint place since 1998 with outdoor seating preparing homemade pasta & other select Italian dishes.
Low-key joint serving traditional pies, pasta dishes, salads, calzones & Italian hot & cold subs.
Alfredo's Pizzeria
3022 Cañon StLow-key joint serving traditional pies, pasta dishes, salads, calzones & Italian hot & cold subs.
Laid-back bar offering many craft beers on tap, burgers & tacos, plus trivia & karaoke nights.
40 locals recommend
Harbor Town Pub
1125 Rosecrans StLaid-back bar offering many craft beers on tap, burgers & tacos, plus trivia & karaoke nights.
Some of the best pizza and homemade pasta you can eat outside of Italy. It's popular, they don't take reservations. Locals only tip: Call ahead and ask to put your name on the list and ask how long the wait is and then get to the restaurant 10-15 minutes before the table is going to be ready. Saves a lot of wait time! Or, put your name on the list and walk over to Hamilton's bar for a pint of San Diego's finest microbrews.
317 locals recommend
Buona Forchetta - South Park
3001 Beech StSome of the best pizza and homemade pasta you can eat outside of Italy. It's popular, they don't take reservations. Locals only tip: Call ahead and ask to put your name on the list and ask how long the wait is and then get to the restaurant 10-15 minutes before the table is going to be ready. Saves a lot of wait time! Or, put your name on the list and walk over to Hamilton's bar for a pint of San Diego's finest microbrews.
Neighborhoods
Mission Beach is a laid-back neighborhood whose namesake sands attract surfers, sunbathers and volleyball players. A paved path curls around Mission Bay, a popular spot for water sports. Belmont Park is a small amusement park with a wooden roller coaster built in 1925, while SeaWorld San Diego has marine shows and up-close views of orcas and dolphins. Mission Boulevard is lined with casual cafes and eateries.
554 locals recommend
Mission Beach
3000 Mission BoulevardMission Beach is a laid-back neighborhood whose namesake sands attract surfers, sunbathers and volleyball players. A paved path curls around Mission Bay, a popular spot for water sports. Belmont Park is a small amusement park with a wooden roller coaster built in 1925, while SeaWorld San Diego has marine shows and up-close views of orcas and dolphins. Mission Boulevard is lined with casual cafes and eateries.
Pacific Beach is a relaxed neighborhood by the beach, popular with sunbathers and surfers. Trendy hotel bars and casual cafes line the boardwalk, while Mission Boulevard and the surrounding streets are dotted with women’s clothing boutiques, yoga studios and casual drinking spots that draw a young, bar-hopping crowd. Inland, the grassy slope of Kate Sessions Park has sweeping views of the city and San Diego Bay.
700 locals recommend
Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach is a relaxed neighborhood by the beach, popular with sunbathers and surfers. Trendy hotel bars and casual cafes line the boardwalk, while Mission Boulevard and the surrounding streets are dotted with women’s clothing boutiques, yoga studios and casual drinking spots that draw a young, bar-hopping crowd. Inland, the grassy slope of Kate Sessions Park has sweeping views of the city and San Diego Bay.
Ocean Beach is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood, with a classic SoCal beach vibe. Surfers and sunbathers fill the namesake beach, while Ocean Beach Pier is a popular local fishing spot with sweeping views. Nearby, Newport Avenue is lined with antiques shops, beachwear and surf boutiques, organic groceries, taquerias and brewpubs. The Ocean Beach Farmers Market features live music.
776 locals recommend
Ocean Beach
1850 Ocean Front StOcean Beach is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood, with a classic SoCal beach vibe. Surfers and sunbathers fill the namesake beach, while Ocean Beach Pier is a popular local fishing spot with sweeping views. Nearby, Newport Avenue is lined with antiques shops, beachwear and surf boutiques, organic groceries, taquerias and brewpubs. The Ocean Beach Farmers Market features live music.
Drinks & Nightlife
Want to go to one of the coolest Whiskey Bars in the US? Check out Seven grand and try their whiskey sour.
133 locals recommend
Seven Grand San Diego
3054 University AveWant to go to one of the coolest Whiskey Bars in the US? Check out Seven grand and try their whiskey sour.
Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th StCool spot located in East Village Downtown with a greta layout and lots to do. With a lots of space and tons of TVs, its ideal to catch a game while throwing back a few drinks and snacks with friends during a sports event. There are also all sorts of things to do for free or a nominal fee. From arcade games, to bowling, to darts and karaoke, there is something to do for everyone The prices on food and drink are reasonable too! Overall a cool and relaxed environment with a friendly and welcoming staff.
24 locals recommend
Punch Bowl Social San Diego
1485 E StCool spot located in East Village Downtown with a greta layout and lots to do. With a lots of space and tons of TVs, its ideal to catch a game while throwing back a few drinks and snacks with friends during a sports event. There are also all sorts of things to do for free or a nominal fee. From arcade games, to bowling, to darts and karaoke, there is something to do for everyone The prices on food and drink are reasonable too! Overall a cool and relaxed environment with a friendly and welcoming staff.
Entertainment and Activities
The San Diego Zoo is world famous for not only its exhibits but also for its contributions to the natural world. The Zoo, located adjacent to downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, is 100 acres in size. It is well known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters and is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants. It is viewed in several ways, first and foremost by walking along pathways, into aviaries, and through bioclimatic zones. There is a 35-minute Guided Bus Tour that gives a good overview of the Zoo.
2510 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrThe San Diego Zoo is world famous for not only its exhibits but also for its contributions to the natural world. The Zoo, located adjacent to downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, is 100 acres in size. It is well known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters and is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants. It is viewed in several ways, first and foremost by walking along pathways, into aviaries, and through bioclimatic zones. There is a 35-minute Guided Bus Tour that gives a good overview of the Zoo.
Somewhat of a hidden gem. This is a great place to spend a couple hours in an amazing location with an amazing view.
366 locals recommend
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition WaySomewhat of a hidden gem. This is a great place to spend a couple hours in an amazing location with an amazing view.
There are many amazing breweries just 10 minutes away in North Park. Some of my favorite are Mike Hess and Belching Beaver. The food scene and nightlife is amazing in North park.
439 locals recommend
North Park
There are many amazing breweries just 10 minutes away in North Park. Some of my favorite are Mike Hess and Belching Beaver. The food scene and nightlife is amazing in North park.
Witness the living legacy of California's birthplace in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Its many preserved historic buildings and museums commemorate the early days of the town of San Diego from the period 1820 to 1870, allowing you to visit California's history firsthand.
1070 locals recommend
Old Town
Witness the living legacy of California's birthplace in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Its many preserved historic buildings and museums commemorate the early days of the town of San Diego from the period 1820 to 1870, allowing you to visit California's history firsthand.
The city’s culture hub, Downtown encompasses the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with a lively dining and bar scene, and Little Italy, lined with trattorias. Performing arts venues include the grand Civic Theatre for opera and bands. On the bayfront, there are tall ships at the Maritime Museum and vintage planes on the USS Midway, plus shops at Seaport Village. The Museum of Contemporary Art has 20th-century works.
253 locals recommend
Downtown San Diego
1409 Fourth AvenueThe city’s culture hub, Downtown encompasses the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with a lively dining and bar scene, and Little Italy, lined with trattorias. Performing arts venues include the grand Civic Theatre for opera and bands. On the bayfront, there are tall ships at the Maritime Museum and vintage planes on the USS Midway, plus shops at Seaport Village. The Museum of Contemporary Art has 20th-century works.
Our luxury day spa in San Diego offers a prestige level of treatments and products that are tailored to your individual needs. We are a nationally certified Acne Clinic, a certified Green Company, and our spa menu features everything from facials, oxygen treatments, chemical peels, diamond tip microdermabrasion, massage, LED Lightstim, waxing, and more!
11 locals recommend
Spa Kingston
2230 Fifth AveOur luxury day spa in San Diego offers a prestige level of treatments and products that are tailored to your individual needs. We are a nationally certified Acne Clinic, a certified Green Company, and our spa menu features everything from facials, oxygen treatments, chemical peels, diamond tip microdermabrasion, massage, LED Lightstim, waxing, and more!