Guidebook for San Diego
Sightseeing
Fiesta Island is an awesome place to go for a run or work out with the the calm waters of the bay to soothe your mind.
71 locals recommend
Fiesta Island Park
1590 E Mission Bay DrFiesta Island is an awesome place to go for a run or work out with the the calm waters of the bay to soothe your mind.
World Famous San Diego Zoo. Visit hundreds of the world's most exotic animals.
2510 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrWorld Famous San Diego Zoo. Visit hundreds of the world's most exotic animals.
The USS Midway Museum is a maritime museum located in downtown San Diego, California at Navy Pier. The museum consists of the aircraft carrier Midway
775 locals recommend
USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor DrThe USS Midway Museum is a maritime museum located in downtown San Diego, California at Navy Pier. The museum consists of the aircraft carrier Midway
The first of California's 21 Missions, San Diego de Alcala was founded in 1769 by Father Junipero Serra and remains an active catholic parish today!
61 locals recommend
Mission San Diego de Alcala
10818 San Diego Mission RoadThe first of California's 21 Missions, San Diego de Alcala was founded in 1769 by Father Junipero Serra and remains an active catholic parish today!
Sea of botanical beauty, visitors stroll among 50 acres of multi-colored Giant Tecolote Ranunculus blooms. The Flower Fields burst into a proverbial rainbow of color for six to eight weeks each spring
172 locals recommend
The Flower Fields
5704 Paseo Del NorteSea of botanical beauty, visitors stroll among 50 acres of multi-colored Giant Tecolote Ranunculus blooms. The Flower Fields burst into a proverbial rainbow of color for six to eight weeks each spring
From subtropical fruits to desert succulents, the San Diego Botanic Garden is a paradise one can explore year-round. 27 different gardens spanning 37 acres, including the Hamilton's Children Garden.
196 locals recommend
San Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens DrFrom subtropical fruits to desert succulents, the San Diego Botanic Garden is a paradise one can explore year-round. 27 different gardens spanning 37 acres, including the Hamilton's Children Garden.
Founded in the 1960s this place looks like it should be in some kind of futuristic movie. Super cool. Highly recommend to check it out!
24 locals recommend
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
10010 N Torrey Pines RdFounded in the 1960s this place looks like it should be in some kind of futuristic movie. Super cool. Highly recommend to check it out!
Built in 1932, the seawall sheltering the Children's Pool is an awesome spot for viewing harbor seals and sea lions.
108 locals recommend
Childrens Pool Beach
Built in 1932, the seawall sheltering the Children's Pool is an awesome spot for viewing harbor seals and sea lions.
Food Scene
This is one of our favorite restaurants. Located in the heart of mission hills this modern, California classic restaurant keeps drawing us back.
71 locals recommend
The Patio on Goldfinch
4020 Goldfinch StThis is one of our favorite restaurants. Located in the heart of mission hills this modern, California classic restaurant keeps drawing us back.
Steven used to live in Italy for several years and this caffe' is the next best thing to visiting a real caffe' in Italy. Make sure to order a double espresso!
124 locals recommend
Caffè Calabria
3933 30th StSteven used to live in Italy for several years and this caffe' is the next best thing to visiting a real caffe' in Italy. Make sure to order a double espresso!
THE place to be on Tuesday nights. Taco Tuesday specials include $2 tacos and $3 margaritas!
51 locals recommend
Camino Riviera
2400 India StTHE place to be on Tuesday nights. Taco Tuesday specials include $2 tacos and $3 margaritas!
Trendy and fancy restaurant & bar off of 5th and Market in the Gaslamp District! Have dinner here before you hit up the bars and clubs!
84 locals recommend
Searsucker San Diego
611 Fifth AveTrendy and fancy restaurant & bar off of 5th and Market in the Gaslamp District! Have dinner here before you hit up the bars and clubs!
Airbnb friendly restaurant! Tell the owner you are an Airbnb guest!
20 locals recommend
Chi Extraordinary Kitchen
2789 Adams AveAirbnb friendly restaurant! Tell the owner you are an Airbnb guest!
Ironside Fish & Oyster
1654 India StAwesome oysters cool decor!
The BEST fish sandwiches we have EVER tasted! You MUST go here for lunch or early dinner! But expect to wait a good amount to order because a line is usually out the door!
100 locals recommend
Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill
3667 India StThe BEST fish sandwiches we have EVER tasted! You MUST go here for lunch or early dinner! But expect to wait a good amount to order because a line is usually out the door!
Arts & Culture
Here for a concert or to see the Chargers dominate? Just a few minutes drive from our place.
76 locals recommend
SDCCU Stadium
9449 Friars RdHere for a concert or to see the Chargers dominate? Just a few minutes drive from our place.
World famous Sea World is just a couple miles from our home. Orcas? Dolphins? Sharks? YES!
1754 locals recommend
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.World famous Sea World is just a couple miles from our home. Orcas? Dolphins? Sharks? YES!
Petco Park
100 Park BlvdWatch the San Diego Padres hit some home runs at PETCO Park!
From festival foods to garden exhibits, from farm animals to exhilarating rides and challenging contests, the San Diego County Fair draws over one million people to this fun, 24-day fair each summer!
22 locals recommend
San Diego County Fair
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdFrom festival foods to garden exhibits, from farm animals to exhilarating rides and challenging contests, the San Diego County Fair draws over one million people to this fun, 24-day fair each summer!
Architect Carleton Winslow designed the Foreign Arts Building for the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition. Also, known as the House of Hospitality, the Spanish Renaissance style.
House of Hospitality
1549 El PradoArchitect Carleton Winslow designed the Foreign Arts Building for the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition. Also, known as the House of Hospitality, the Spanish Renaissance style.
Founded in 1889, Bernardo Winery is the oldest operating winery in the state. The winery not only bottles some of the finest regional vintages, but also includes the Village Shops.
44 locals recommend
Bernardo Winery
13330 Paseo Del Verano NorteFounded in 1889, Bernardo Winery is the oldest operating winery in the state. The winery not only bottles some of the finest regional vintages, but also includes the Village Shops.
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, the San Diego Polo Club is 60-acres of thundering equine excitement. The world class facility was founded in 1986 and includes five polo fields, riding trails, etc..
7 locals recommend
San Diego Polo Club
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, the San Diego Polo Club is 60-acres of thundering equine excitement. The world class facility was founded in 1986 and includes five polo fields, riding trails, etc..
Located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this world-class American thoroughbred race track opened in 1937. Opening day features the famous hat contest and the season continues with exciting horse racing!
185 locals recommend
Del Mar Racing
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdLocated at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this world-class American thoroughbred race track opened in 1937. Opening day features the famous hat contest and the season continues with exciting horse racing!
Shopping
San Diego's premier shopping experience. Come here to shop, dine, or catch a flick! Everything is at Fashion Valley Mall. The best thing about Fashion Valley? You can walk there from our condo!
833 locals recommend
Fashion Valley
7007 Friars RdSan Diego's premier shopping experience. Come here to shop, dine, or catch a flick! Everything is at Fashion Valley Mall. The best thing about Fashion Valley? You can walk there from our condo!
Drinks & Nightlife
Gaslamp quarter is San Diego's nightlife. If you are looking for the night club/bar scene then go to Gaslamp.
1208 locals recommend
Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp quarter is San Diego's nightlife. If you are looking for the night club/bar scene then go to Gaslamp.
World Famous San Diego Brewery. Try the Jalapeno Sculpin!
31 locals recommend
Ballast Point - Home Brew Mart
5401 Linda Vista RdWorld Famous San Diego Brewery. Try the Jalapeno Sculpin!
Bub's At The Ballpark
715 J StFun bar!
Entertainment & Activities
Legoland is an interactive theme park where the beloved building block toys come to life. Kids of all ages can enjoy a waterpark and an aquarium, as well as rides and attractions.
1249 locals recommend
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrLegoland is an interactive theme park where the beloved building block toys come to life. Kids of all ages can enjoy a waterpark and an aquarium, as well as rides and attractions.
With its Victorian charm and bright red rooftops, the Hotel Del Coronado first opened in 1888 and has hosted many American presidents, Hollywood stars, and notable guests.
17 locals recommend
1500 Orange Ave
1500 Orange AvenueWith its Victorian charm and bright red rooftops, the Hotel Del Coronado first opened in 1888 and has hosted many American presidents, Hollywood stars, and notable guests.
Everything Else
Del Mar
Del Mar is the best place in San Diego to surf.