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San Diego recommendations from a Local
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As a true local that was born and raised in San Diego these are some of my top recommendations for places to go, things to do and so much more!
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Botanical Gardens
 
Farmers Markets
 
Best Beaches
 
Hikes
 
Sunset Spots
 
Coffee Shops

Botanical Gardens

If you love beautiful gardens you wont want to miss these spots in San Diego

 
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This botanical garden is so dreamy and has a play area for kids too
San Diego Botanic Garden
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It’s beautiful all year but going in early spring when the cherry blossoms are blooming is next level 😍
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum
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It's so pretty here!!
The Flower Fields
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Farmers Markets

 
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My favorite Sunday morning farmers market!
La Jolla Open Aire Farmers Market
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Located in Old Poway park so perfect to bring the kids. Saturday Mornings
Poway Farmers Market
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This farmers market always has the best food vendors
Farmer's Markets in Encinitas
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This market feels more like a festival with local bands playing live music weekly
Ocean Beach Farmers Market
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Best Beaches

The Best Beaches in San Diego 

 
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The big grass area at the top is the perfect picnic spot!
Law Street Beach
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This is my favorite beach to bring my dogs! They even have a dog washing station!
Coronado Dog Beach
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One of my favorite beaches in North county San Diego. This one has a playground and bathrooms
Moonlight State Beach park
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This may be the most beautiful beach in San Diego. The waves can be rough here though, be cautious if you're not a confident swimmer
Windansea Beach
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Scripps Pier is just north of La Jolla shores and generally less crowded. It's also a perfect spot for taking family photos
UCSD Scripps Pier
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The best family friendly beach. The waves are always super calm, there are bathrooms, a playground and tons of restaurants in walking distance.
La Jolla Shores Beach
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This beach has a super fun lagoon that acts like a natural lazy river
San Elijo State Beach
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Hikes

The best hikes in San Diego 

 
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Perfect for springtime hikes
Mission Trails Regional Park
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A classic hike! It’s a bit of an incline and a few miles long! Bring lots of water too it gets hot
Potato Chip Rock
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Do not attempt this hike with kids. Also wear shoes with good footing
Ho Chi Minh Trail - Beach Access
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The most breathtaking hiking trails
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - California State Parks
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Sunset Spots

The best places to catch the sunset in San Diego

 
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One of my favorite sunset spots! Watching the flyers is always super cool too
Torrey Pines Gliderport
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I mean this place is called sunset cliffs for a reason. It truly the best place to view the sunset
Sunset Cliffs
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The best views of San Diego!
Kate Sessions Memorial Park
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The coastal walk trail in La Jolla is the perfect spot to catch the sunset.
Coastal Walk Trail
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I love coming here during the summer when they have live music playing as well.
Coronado Ferry Landing
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Spend the day shopping, grab a bite to eat and catch the sunset
Seaport Village
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Coffee Shops

 
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The Banderia Plate is a must try! Also if you want somthing sweet, to skip the magic bars
Pannikin Coffee & Tea
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The Hawaiian Creme Brulee latte is next level!
Lemon Grove Coffee
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Cutest little hole in the wall coffee shop right on the beach
Pacific Bean Coffee
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Super cute coffee shop right at the bay with a park for the kids across the street
Superbloom Coffee & Juice
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Located in Liberty Station. Great coffee, and a full bar as well
Moniker Coffee Co
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This one is a hidden gem, tucked away in Old Town San Diego
Garden Coffee
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Great place to grab a coffee or bite to eat
Crown Point Coffee
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First off the aestetices of this place are so cute, secondly the horchata lattee is so freaking good!
The Grounds Bean Bar
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The best coffee in east county. The spicy chai is my favorite seasonal drink
Gladly Coffee
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If you're looking for a good local chain coffee shop, better buzz is it! Their Acai bowls are top notch and the “ best drink” is really the best
Better Buzz Coffee
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Favorite Local Restaurants

A few of my favorite locally owned restaurants at in San Diego

 
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You haven't had an acai bowl until you've had one from rum jungle.
Rum Jungle Cafe
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Walk up pizza spot in La Jolla shores. Perfect for grabbing pizza and heading to the beach to see the sunset
House of Pizza
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Trust me its worth waiting in line for. Konos is a true local favorite
Kono's Cafe
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The only place to get true Hawaiian food in San Diego.
Leilani's Cafe
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Delicious authentic Mexican food
Barra Barra
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Literally the best place to grab a burrito before you head to the beach
Taco Surf PB
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The cutest breakfast spot. The eggs Benedict is my go to
Fig Tree Cafe
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Fantastic Food!
Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant
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If you're in Coronado you have to stop at Claytons
Clayton's Coffee Shop
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Every local knows about Mr. Frostie's its the OG ice cream spot!
Mr. Frostie
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Perfect date night spot
Extraordinary Desserts
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This is technically a grocery store but they have the best Deli
Mona Lisa Italian Foods
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The absolute best sandwich joint!
Chris Liquor & Deli Store
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