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Where to go when you don’t want to stay at home..

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As a millennial mom, I try to make my kids go out as much as possible like I did when I was a kid. Here are some of the places to take them when you all need to get out of the house.
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Outdoor Activities

 
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There’s a play area, an area for scooter, walk way, and the sea breeze.
Sweetwater Park
 
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So much options so expect a lot of traffic. Also parking in Little Italy is a bit challenging so come in early - they have it every Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
 
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This is a family friendly hike, very beginner friendly too. They also have plenty play areas in case the kids need to burn more energy.
San Dieguito County Park
 
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We love this playground! Also a trail if you want to bring a bike or a scooter. Parking might be challenging on weekends but we try to go here on the weekdays with our picnic blanket and we are all set.
Tecolote Shores North | City of San Diego Official Website
 
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This is a bit of a drive from our home about 20-30 mins depending on traffic but we love going here on the weekends. They also have a little playground and basketball court.
Fletcher Cove | Solana Beach
 
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Probably one of my favorite spots in San Diego!
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park | Ocean Beach San Diego ...
 
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This iconic botanical garden in Balboa Park recently just re-opened. It is a very touristy area but its pretty quiet during the weekdays
Botanical Building

Restaurants

 
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Yummy pizza with a side of vibe!
Pizza Kaiju
 
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This place is always packed and there will be lines but its worth the wait!
PHO 7 COW
 
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My favorite poke spot in San Diego
POKE ETC - Updated February 2026 - 1631 Photos & 955 Reviews
 
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Best carne asada I’ve ever had
Tacos El Gordo

Other Food & Drinks

 
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Love this small coffee shop near the house.
6 GRADOS COFFEE - 2335 Reo Dr, San Diego, California
 
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The pandan coffee with the smash burger!
Friends of Friends
 
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One of my favorite coffee shop in San Diego, you can’t go wrong with their orange creme latte
Provecho! Coffee Co.

Arts & Entertainment

 
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We’ve been to this museum a lot of times. My kids love it there so much.
San Diego Natural History Museum
 
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You can’t go to San Diego and not make a stop here?!
San Diego Zoo