Scott's Guidebook
Fairgrounds
Check out the fairgrounds as there are always new events going on such as horse races, concerts and fairs.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Food scene
A small local place for breakfast food within walking distance. A local hangout spot.
68 locals recommend
Pipes Cafe
121 Liverpool DrA small local place for breakfast food within walking distance. A local hangout spot.
A local boutique grocery store that has lots of fresh and unique food options. A bit on the pricey side but they have lots of prepared meal options in the deli area. Known for their famous meat, Cardiff crack, which is mouth watering seasoned tri-tip steak. You can order it pre-cooked outside in front of the grocery store, hot and ready on a sandwich bun.
176 locals recommend
Cardiff Seaside Market
2087 San Elijo AveA local boutique grocery store that has lots of fresh and unique food options. A bit on the pricey side but they have lots of prepared meal options in the deli area. Known for their famous meat, Cardiff crack, which is mouth watering seasoned tri-tip steak. You can order it pre-cooked outside in front of the grocery store, hot and ready on a sandwich bun.
Small breakfast and lunch cafe with beautiful ocean views and fair prices. Food is fresh and delicious!
36 locals recommend
Naked Cafe
106 S Sierra AveSmall breakfast and lunch cafe with beautiful ocean views and fair prices. Food is fresh and delicious!
JoJo's Creamery
937 S Coast Hwy 101Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream
90 N Coast Hwy 101A fancy restaurant on the beach within walking distance from the house!
121 locals recommend
Pacific Coast Grill
2526 S Coast Hwy 101A fancy restaurant on the beach within walking distance from the house!
Historic cute coffee and breakfast cafe that used to be a train station. Grab a cup of coffee and walk on Neptune street for ocean views in the fancy neighborhood.
111 locals recommend
Pannikin Coffee & Tea
510 N Coast Hwy 101Historic cute coffee and breakfast cafe that used to be a train station. Grab a cup of coffee and walk on Neptune street for ocean views in the fancy neighborhood.
The Taco Stand
642 S Coast Hwy 101Campfire
2725 State StHerb & Sea
131 W D StNectarine Grove
948 N Coast Hwy 101Jake's Del Mar
1660 Coast BlvdViewpoint Brewing Company
2201 San Dieguito Dr
101 Diner
552 S Coast Hwy 101Sightseeing
Torrey Pines Gliderport
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic DrRight across the street is the coastal rail trail, a local favorite paved walking path that follows the coast and railroad for unblocked ocean views. Head south and you’ll end up in Cardiff or head north and you’ll be in Encinitas. Each are an easy 10-15 minute walk. A local favorite during sunsets.
8 locals recommend
Coastal Rail Trail
Coastal Rail TrailRight across the street is the coastal rail trail, a local favorite paved walking path that follows the coast and railroad for unblocked ocean views. Head south and you’ll end up in Cardiff or head north and you’ll be in Encinitas. Each are an easy 10-15 minute walk. A local favorite during sunsets.
About 30 min drive from the house in a quiet neighborhood, you can park at the top and either just enjoy the ocean views from up high or hike on the trail. Have a picnic. The area closes at sunset. Great for viewing sunsets!
45 locals recommend
Double Peak Park
900 Double Peak DrAbout 30 min drive from the house in a quiet neighborhood, you can park at the top and either just enjoy the ocean views from up high or hike on the trail. Have a picnic. The area closes at sunset. Great for viewing sunsets!
Seal Rock
Children's Pool Observation WalkwayWatch the seals lay out on the rocks!
Explore the La Jolla sea caves by kayak, get some sun, exercise and wind in your hair!
109 locals recommend
La Jolla Kayak
2199 Avenida De La PlayaExplore the La Jolla sea caves by kayak, get some sun, exercise and wind in your hair!
Potato Chip Rock
A simple hike for all ages!
A scenic little walk to the hidden swing for great views of La Jolla!
10 locals recommend
Hidden Swing
2555 Ruette NiceA scenic little walk to the hidden swing for great views of La Jolla!
Moonlight Beach
400 B StSan Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens DrWalking distance from the house, walk north and cross under the railroad and you’ll be steps from the little park where you can watch local surfers!
44 locals recommend
Swamis Seaside Park
1298 S Coast Hwy 101Walking distance from the house, walk north and cross under the railroad and you’ll be steps from the little park where you can watch local surfers!
I am told the best time of year is April to view the flowers. Book tickets online!
172 locals recommend
The Flower Fields
5704 Paseo Del NorteI am told the best time of year is April to view the flowers. Book tickets online!
Annie's Canyon Trail
2550 Solana Hills TrailGeisel Library
9500 Gilman DrTorrey Pines State Beach
Events
Always a new band coming to town to play in this cozy bar, just a quick 5 min drive from the house in Solana beach.
271 locals recommend
Belly Up
143 S Cedros AveAlways a new band coming to town to play in this cozy bar, just a quick 5 min drive from the house in Solana beach.
There are private fire pits on the beach, first come first serve. Great for watching the sunset on the beach with an open fire. Bring some food to cook over the fire! S’mores!
71 locals recommend
Fiesta Island Park
1590 E Mission Bay DrThere are private fire pits on the beach, first come first serve. Great for watching the sunset on the beach with an open fire. Bring some food to cook over the fire! S’mores!
Every Sunday enjoy the farmers market located about 2 miles down the road, head north!
59 locals recommend
Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union StEvery Sunday enjoy the farmers market located about 2 miles down the road, head north!
Just a quick 5 min drive from the home, get your sweat on and play pickleball with a friend!
Bobby Riggs Racket & Paddle
875 Santa Fe DrJust a quick 5 min drive from the home, get your sweat on and play pickleball with a friend!
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrSeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.La Paloma Theatre
471 S Coast Hwy 101Get there early as parking is limited, or you can walk there from my house!
59 locals recommend
Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union StGet there early as parking is limited, or you can walk there from my house!
One Paseo
3725 Paseo Pl