looking for places to hang out with friends, family, or for a solo trip in san diego? check here! whether it is walking, shopping, eating, or sight-seeing, i got you covered! *these are all my personal favorites as a san diego native!*
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best hangout spot for ALL ages in san diego!! many food options, high end fashion (and fast fashion), their famous iceskating rink, cute and unique stores, and fun for everyone! definitely recommend to stop by the new uniqlo if you go!
Westfield UTC
La Jolla Cove is one of the BEST places in San Diego! Instead of your typical sandy beach, La Jolla cove offers beautiful coral reefs and swimming with the seals! For anyone looking for more adventure and fun rather than a normal beach day, this is f...
La Jolla Cove
if you are in san diego you NEED to stop by seaport village! located near downtown san diego, seaport is a small village area with amazing food and small shops! perfect if you love walking and window shopping, all while seeing the amazing view of cor...
Seaport Village
when in San Diego you HAVE to go to a padres game! what better way to soak up SD’s charm and sprit by attending one of their baseball teams game? Home to the SD Padres, Petco Park (residing in the wonderful downtown san diego) also hosts many other f...
Petco Park
my all-time FAVORITE farmers market here in san diego! Happening every Tuesday, located in Otay Ranch Mall, the farmers market is lively, fun, and great to be with friends! If you love trying food from different food from a variety of cultures this i...
Otay Ranch Farmers Market
A great mall to visit while in San Diego! Fashion Valley Mall is the hub for fashion (high-end luxury, and trending brands) here in SD! Very fun to walk around with friends, many unique and fun stores to visit, and great food options too!
Fashion Valley
one of the BEST beaches in san diego! lovely, long pier nice for walking, and many shops around the area! cute cafes, delicious ice cream, and an AMAZING gift shop across the street with artwork, decor, and crystals!! if you LOVE watching the sunset,...
Imperial Beach, CA | Official Website
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if you are looking for a beautiful, museum filled, family-friendly, and san diego native approved spot, you NEED to visit balboa park! this is the place where the majority of san diegans go for photo-ops, picnics with friends, and of course museum ho...
Balboa Park
over looking the beautiful oceans of la jolla, the museum of contemporary art san diego (mcasd) is a MUST visit! with affordable admission, a beautiful garden with a gorgeous water view, AND an amazing gift shop featuring artwork to purchase, i encou...
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
When in San Diego (undeniably one of the BEST near water cities in CA), Chula Vista Marina should be next on your travel list! With a gorgeous view and restaurant, you will surely enjoy spending time here; Especially if you enjoy chatting and sociali...
Chula Vista Marina
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the Birch Aquarium located in San Diego is a MUSTTT visit! for families and friends of all ages you will not regret stopping by, overlooking the GORGEOUS waters of La Jolla this is a great place for photos AND fun!
Birch Aquarium
if your in San Diego and interested in handpicking your OWN strawberries you NEED to check out Carlsbad Strawberry Company! When the strawberries are in season you can pick as much strawberries as you can (which are paid by the container size you cho...
Carlsbad Strawberry Company
a recently added place in san diego, round 1 has been a HIT where many people come with friends and family to play game, earn prizes, and socialize! located in plaza bonita mall, after your done earning prizes, you can stroll around the abundance of ...
Round1 Bowling & Arcade Westfield Plaza Bonita
a MUST visit amusement park in San Diego! full of activities and rides for any age and preference! for children there is an amazing kids area with a water area to play in, and small rides! while for those into excitement, there are HUGE rollercoaster...