Out & About San Diego

Less than two hours south of LA is the 8th largest city in the USA, San Diego, a fusion of beautiful beaches, vibrant Mexican influence, world class attractions and 100 distinct neighbourhoods with a laid back local vibe.

San Diego is a dynamic, urban metropolis surrounded by 112 kilometres of beautiful beaches, swaying palms trees and year round near perfect weather. It’s home to sophisticated arts and dining, exciting nightlife and endless outdoor recreational activities. California was first discovered here in 1542 and with its rich Hispanic heritage. For two nation vacations, it's only a short, 30km day trip to the border into Mexico.

The real distinguishing factor is San Diego’s relaxed, comfortable Southern Californian lifestyle and vibe that embraces fun, creativity and a carefree attitude. “Happiness is Calling” in San Diego!

Outdoor Recreation

San Diego’s beautiful beaches range from the white sandy shores of Coronado Beach to Torrey Pines State Park, set against 30-foot sandstone cliffs. Surfing, swimming, kayaking, snorkelling, diving, paddle boarding, sailing and fishing are activities that can be enjoyed year-round.

Rolling hills, canyons, lakes, mountains and the vast Anza-Borrego Desert in the north and east of the city offer diverse outdoor recreation experiences. Some of these include hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, camping, 4-wheeling, paragliding and skydiving.

With 93 outstanding golf courses located in every conceivable setting, from the oceans to the mountains, the regions near perfect weather makes it a must for golfers.

Culinary and Craft Beer

San Diego’s 6,700 eateries range from award-winning fine dining to casual, surfside taco shops. The region's multicultural communities provide diverse cuisines from Afghan and Vietnamese to Lebanese and Ethiopian. Cali-Baja cuisine is a regional speciality and a local favourite is the fish taco.

San Diego is considered the ”Craft Beer Capital of the USA” and home to over 100 craft breweries. The beers are award-winning, beating traditional brewing countries like England, Germany and Belgium in world beer competitions.

Mexico

San Diego offers the visitors a chance to have a two-nation vacation and visit Tijuana, Mexico, located only 24kms from downtown. Tijuana bustles with activity day and night and offers duty-free shopping, authentic Mexican cuisine, rich arts and cultures and a glittering nightlife. Located further south, the Guadalupe Valley is home to Mexico’s beautiful wine country.

Attractions

• San Diego Zoo: A world famous 100-acre tropical garden that houses 4000 animals and 80 rare and exotic species including Giant Pandas from China. It is considered on of the five top zoos in the world.
• San Diego Safari Park: Located northeast of downtown, the San Diego Zoo Safari park is a 1,800-acre wildlife preserve where wild animals roam free over vast expanses as they would in their native habitats of Africa and Asia.
• SeaWorld San Diego: Located on the scenic Mission Bay, SeaWorld features six major shows, fun family attractions, thrilling rides and dozens of exhibits containing marine life from around the globe.
• Legoland California and Sea Life Aquarium: Legoland delivers 128 acres of fun, creativity, imagination and entertainment with more than 60 interactive attractions and rides geared to children 2-12. Sea Life Aquarium located at Legoland educates children about life under the sea.
• UUS Midway Museum: The Worlds mot visited ship museum, the USS Midway honours San Diego’s rich military history and features 29 resorted aircraft, flight simulators and a self-guided walking audio tour.
• Balboa Park: The largest urban cultural park in the USA, Balboa Park is home to San Diego Zoo, striking Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, beautiful gardens, 17 unique museums and popular outdoor recreation activities.
• Cabrillo National Monument: Set of the tip of Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument commemorates the discovery of California in 1542 and offers spectacular view of downtown, San Diego Bay and the entire region.
• Old Town San Diego: Dating back to the early 1800’s, Old Town San Diego is the first Spanish settlement on the West Coast of USA and features historic sites and buildings. It is a popular area for shopping, entertainment and restaurants serving Mexican cuisine.
• Shopping: San Diego is home to three popular outlet malls that offer great discounted savings. The Viejas Outlet Centres, The Carlsbad Premium Outlets in North County and the Las America’s Outlets which is on the border with Tijuana.

This road trip was provided by San Diego Tourism - The official travel resource for the San Diego Region.

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