a guide for your trip to beautiful San Diego. This guide is great for those with toddlers & teenagers, there truly is something for everyone.
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parks, hikes & playgrounds
restaurants
stay & rental
things to do
parks, hikes & playgrounds
When in San Diego - go to the highest point in the city ⛰️
Cowles Mountain Trail, California - San Diego
you can park close to see the view or do the mild 45 minute hike along the cliffs
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park | Ocean Beach San Diego ...
right by the beach, public bathrooms are available too
Maruta Gardner Playground
the park is huge, loaded with museums and things for the kids nearby. the zoo is located nearby
Balboa Park
mission beach is where we always end up hanging out for a day, lots of free parking, grills, playgrounds, and rentals for paddle boards nearby
Guide to Mission Beach Beaches | San Diego
fun for all ages, at least ride the Ferris wheel & the ocean views
Belmont Park
in the La Jolla area
Children's Pool | City of San Diego Official Website
restaurants
a must stop are these authentic paletas, we go so many and they were all 10/10. The kids had fun with the toppings too
Holy Paleta
get this fish tacos, that’s truly all you need
TJ Oyster Bar
Located in La Jolla, a hidden gem loved by locals
Caroline's Seaside Cafe by Giuseppe
a must stop after spending the day in old town
Cafe Coyote
a beach side casual dining, great for kids with hard games & picnic tables
BEACH HOUSE A restaurant in mission beach
eat right by the water, a night view may get some awesome waves crashing
The Marine Room
I feel like everywhere I searched, this was
Recommended, delicious
Tacos El Gordo
a little pricey but delicious
Flap Your Jacks
so cute & fun for the kids! even go just for a banana split if you’re not feeling the menu
Corvette Diner
stay & rental
there is a free shuttle that will take you to enterprise as it is not walking distance from airport
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
find a cute beach side stay to truly immerse yourself in San Diego life
San Diego Vacation Rentals & Homes - California, United States
more affordable options
Find hotels in Downtown San Diego from $113
sometimes turo is more affordable and you get to choose your car! the process is smooth
SD All-Star Turo Rental Car
stay & play, cool rooms & lots of building areas on property
LEGOLAND California
free shuttle from airport, not walkable but easy to find
Hertz Car Rental - San Diego - San Diego International Airport (SAN)
one of San Diego’s most famous hotels, stay just for a night at least and enjoy the property
Hotel del Coronado | San Diego's Legendary Beach Resort
La Jolla is hands down one of the most beautiful areas within San Diego. Stay here and don’t leave the area as you have everything you need
Stay in La Jolla
things to do
great for the smaller crowd, plenty to do!
Sesame Place San Diego
take a break from the sun and let their minds take over
The New Children’s Museum
don’t yell at me but … we repeatedly choose legoland over the mouse. We all have so much fun and there truly is something for all ages and heights. The water park is a must
LEGOLAND California
after the zoo, walk to the balboa park train for a cheap quick relaxing ride
San Diego Zoo
they were out of town during our last visit but usually able to score some cheap tickets for a fun family night
See the San Diego Padres
another beautiful spot to explore
San Diego Botanic Garden
a lot more walking and not as shaded as the zoo, but gives you a more in-habitat natural view of the animals
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
lots of rental areas along the public beach
Mission Bay Stand up Paddle San Diego | Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board ...
snorkel with leopard sharks and see the famous caves
La Jolla Shores Snorkel Tour
there is so much wildlife, rent a jet ski and explore the blue beaches
Jet Ski, Kayak, more Water Sports
I prefer a sunset time, best deals I found were on Groupon. Dolphins pods are super common too
Whale Watching in San Diego
located near La Jolla, this course has unbeatable views
