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Things to do in San Diego

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Outdoor Activities

 
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Fun to walk or bike. Plenty of room for large parties and ir small picnics. Watch boaters, jet-skiers and paddle boarders while you relax.
Mission Bay Park | City of San Diego Official Website
 
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Thursdays (after 3pm). Nicely located in Newtopia Cider's parking lot, not too crowded.
Scripps ranch farmers market
 
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Whether you have a dog or not, you have to visit this beach located next to Naval Air Station North Island. You're at the beach, chilling with amazing dogs, with a gorgeous view of the Hotel Del and Point Loma.
Coronado Dog Beach
 
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Never knew this exhausted until recently. So much room for fur babies to play!
Dog Park | Poway, CA - Official Website
 
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High level views without flying!
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial | San Diego, CA
 
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Get up close to these adorable animals!🐾
Lions Tigers & Bears The San Diego Animal Sanctuary®
 
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Enjoy watching it live a little! Either way, it’s a fun experience.
Torrey Pines Gliderport

Local Food Recs:

 
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Long but fast line. It’s a must visit if you’ll be in the area. Bring your appetite for large portions. Eat inside or I recommend their outside patio across the walkway with stunning beach views.
KONO'S CAFE
 
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Delish! Bring your appetite! Long lines move quickly. Pancakes, eggs, and burritos my favorites
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Delicious and amazing oceanfront view. Bar is great if you can’t get reservations.
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
 
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The fish sandwich on sourdough is to die for!
Point Loma Seafoods - San Diego

Other Food & Drinks

 
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Stellar views on the rooftop downtown and great bar atmosphere.
Altitude Sky Lounge

Arts & Entertainment

 
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Watch a film and take in the gorgeous view of San Diego and Coronado. Bring a jacket! When the sun goes down it chills down
Rooftop Cinema Club DTLA
 
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Feels like a safari but without all the travel
Wildlife Safari
 
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Theme park and fun animal watching just minutes from the beach
Aquarium, Zoo & Theme Park in California - San Diego
 
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Enjoy a few hours on the water or even dinner. Sunset cruises are the best!
Hornblower Cruises and Events
 
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Try the audio tour 🎧
USS Midway Museum
 
Navy SEAL Museum San Diego | History of Naval Special Warfare

Hotels

 
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An island retreat. Visit if not staying here. You can rent water sports and enjoy a drink/appetizer while sitting steps from the water
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
 
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History and beauty right on the beach, lots of shops and restaurants, nice pool, and outstanding spa (with their own pool right on the beach).
Hotel del Coronado
 
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The water slides are the best!
Resort Hotel in Mission Bay San Diego with Water Slides