San Diego offers a wide variety of attractions, including: 

  • Beaches: Coronado Beach, La Jolla Shores, Pacific Beach 
  • Attractions: San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, USS Midway Museum, and SeaWorld San Diego are nearby.  

While you’re in California, you can check out other attractions within driving distance, like the beautiful wineries in Temecula Valley (approximately one hour north), Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (20-30 minutes north) featuring costal views, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing, and Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (one hour east) boasting beautiful views, forests, and meadows. Tijuana, Mexico, is only 30 minutes south, so bring your passport to explore Mexican culture, cuisine, and shopping.  

Bring the kids, or be a kid at heart, and hit Disneyland (about two hours north), LEGOLAND California (35 minutes north), or Knott’s Berry Farm (90 minutes north).  

  • Neighborhoods: Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Old Town San Diego 
  • Cultural and Historical  Sites: Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, USS Midway Museum, Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery 
  • Outdoor Activities: Hiking, surfing, sailing