Guidebook for San Diego
Food Scene
Situated directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, this 30,000 square foot outdoor venue is the perfect place to soak up the San Diego sun. Grab lunch here on the beach side of the roller coaster. Dine on the sand & watch the boardwalk pass you by. Their unique environment features outdoor tiki bars, fire pits, cabanas and tropical palms which create the quintessential California beach experience. Relax in a cabana or take a seat at a beachfront bars, a perfect setting to enjoy our epic sunsets while you enjoy a cold beer and some delicious eats!
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Beach House Grill
3125 Ocean Front WalkSituated directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, this 30,000 square foot outdoor venue is the perfect place to soak up the San Diego sun. Grab lunch here on the beach side of the roller coaster. Dine on the sand & watch the boardwalk pass you by. Their unique environment features outdoor tiki bars, fire pits, cabanas and tropical palms which create the quintessential California beach experience. Relax in a cabana or take a seat at a beachfront bars, a perfect setting to enjoy our epic sunsets while you enjoy a cold beer and some delicious eats!
Tiki inspired cocktails and dishes based on Caribbean and Cuban flavors and ingredients, ranging from jerk chicken and curried coconut shrimp to a Cuban sandwich and citrus-marinated skirt steak. Miss B's also offers a brunch menu every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., which includes coconut-rum French toast, a Monte Cristo sandwich and a ropa vieja hash with braised beef, Jamaican beer cheese and chimichurri.
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Miss B's Coconut Club
3704 Mission BlvdTiki inspired cocktails and dishes based on Caribbean and Cuban flavors and ingredients, ranging from jerk chicken and curried coconut shrimp to a Cuban sandwich and citrus-marinated skirt steak. Miss B's also offers a brunch menu every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., which includes coconut-rum French toast, a Monte Cristo sandwich and a ropa vieja hash with braised beef, Jamaican beer cheese and chimichurri.
Great breakfast and lunch spot. Outdoor patio dining as well as indoor. This is the closest cafe to the cottage, only about 2-1/2 blocks away. (5 min walk)
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Olive Cafe
805 Santa Clara PlGreat breakfast and lunch spot. Outdoor patio dining as well as indoor. This is the closest cafe to the cottage, only about 2-1/2 blocks away. (5 min walk)
Local coffee house. We're not coffee drinkers but people swear by their coffee. 10 min walking distance (5 min biking) from the cottage.
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Better Buzz Coffee Roasters
3745 Mission BlvdLocal coffee house. We're not coffee drinkers but people swear by their coffee. 10 min walking distance (5 min biking) from the cottage.
Our closest Starbucks. 15 min walking distance (5 min biking) from guesthouse.
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Starbucks
4994 Newport AveOur closest Starbucks. 15 min walking distance (5 min biking) from guesthouse.
This is a popular breakfast/lunch spot within walking distance to the cottage. If you get there after 9 am expect to wait for a table. No wait at lunchtime. Get french toast! (10 min walk away.)
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The Mission Mission Beach. WE ARE TEMPORARILY CLOSED! PLEASE KEEP CHECKING! NORTH PARK AND SOMA OPEN FOR PATIO DINING! TAKEOUT AND DELIVERY!
3795 Mission BlvdThis is a popular breakfast/lunch spot within walking distance to the cottage. If you get there after 9 am expect to wait for a table. No wait at lunchtime. Get french toast! (10 min walk away.)
Cheap breakfast and the portion size is huge! If you get there after 9 am expect a line down the block and a wait of at least 30 minutes. But its all part of the scene! (20 min walk/10 min bike away.)
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Kono's Cafe
704 Garnet AveCheap breakfast and the portion size is huge! If you get there after 9 am expect a line down the block and a wait of at least 30 minutes. But its all part of the scene! (20 min walk/10 min bike away.)
This is a little dive of a Mexican food place that faces Mission Blvd. Eat there or take out. 15 min walking distance (5 min biking) from the cottage.
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La Playa Taco Shop
3973 Mission BlvdThis is a little dive of a Mexican food place that faces Mission Blvd. Eat there or take out. 15 min walking distance (5 min biking) from the cottage.
If you like curry this is the place. They have curry dishes from all around the world from Thailand to Malaysia to England. The price is about $10-12/plate. (Free st. parking on Garnet or 15 min bike)
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World Curry
1433 Garnet AveIf you like curry this is the place. They have curry dishes from all around the world from Thailand to Malaysia to England. The price is about $10-12/plate. (Free st. parking on Garnet or 15 min bike)
Go here if you want a nice meal out with a lovely ocean view! Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. Super cheap bar menu on weekdays. (15 min walk/5 min bike) Valet parking and free underground parking.
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World Famous
711 Pacific Beach DrGo here if you want a nice meal out with a lovely ocean view! Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. Super cheap bar menu on weekdays. (15 min walk/5 min bike) Valet parking and free underground parking.
Our favorite sushi place. If you go on a Monday or Tuesday they offer 1/2 off sushi rolls all day. (Free parking on Garnet or 15 min bike ride.)
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Kato Sushi
980 Garnet AveOur favorite sushi place. If you go on a Monday or Tuesday they offer 1/2 off sushi rolls all day. (Free parking on Garnet or 15 min bike ride.)
Cozy little Thai restaurant with all the usual thai dishes. (20 min walk/10 min bike.)
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Coconut Thai Asian Bistro
4150 Mission BlvdCozy little Thai restaurant with all the usual thai dishes. (20 min walk/10 min bike.)
Extremely popular ice cream place. Expect a line out the door most nights. Custom ice cream sandwiches with your choice of ice cream and fresh baked cookies or brownies. (20 min walk/10 min bike)
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The Baked Bear
4516 Mission BlvdExtremely popular ice cream place. Expect a line out the door most nights. Custom ice cream sandwiches with your choice of ice cream and fresh baked cookies or brownies. (20 min walk/10 min bike)
EVERY TUESDAY, 2 pm - 7 pm
on Bayard Street at Garnet.
Fruits, vegetables and farm-fresh eggs; fresh baked bread and pastries, fish, meat, cheese, & fresh flowers. Live music & craftspeople.
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Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers' Market
901 Hornblend StEVERY TUESDAY, 2 pm - 7 pm
on Bayard Street at Garnet.
Fruits, vegetables and farm-fresh eggs; fresh baked bread and pastries, fish, meat, cheese, & fresh flowers. Live music & craftspeople.
Pizza by the slice or the whole pie. It's walking distance to the cottage or they deliver. Indoor & outdoor seating. (10 min walk)
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Rosaria Pizza
3741 Mission BlvdPizza by the slice or the whole pie. It's walking distance to the cottage or they deliver. Indoor & outdoor seating. (10 min walk)
These sandwiches are huge! We recommend the pastrami. They stack the meat on super high. You can definitely share one of these sandwiches. 5 min walking distance (2 min biking) from the cottage.
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Rubicon Deli - Mission Beach
3819 Mission BlvdThese sandwiches are huge! We recommend the pastrami. They stack the meat on super high. You can definitely share one of these sandwiches. 5 min walking distance (2 min biking) from the cottage.
This is exactly what you think it is - the national chain diner. But its one of the only restaurants in the area open 24 hours.
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Denny's
800 Garnet AveThis is exactly what you think it is - the national chain diner. But its one of the only restaurants in the area open 24 hours.
Specializing in breakfast food all day long and typical American lunch/dinner food. Specialize in waffles, crepes, and pancakes. Open 6am-10pm weekdays and 24 hours weekends (10 min bike/20 min walk.)
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IHOP
856 Grand AveSpecializing in breakfast food all day long and typical American lunch/dinner food. Specialize in waffles, crepes, and pancakes. Open 6am-10pm weekdays and 24 hours weekends (10 min bike/20 min walk.)
This place is where the locals go for brunch. Covered outdoor seating. Amazing stuffed french toast. (10 min away by car.)
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Fig Tree Cafe Pacific Beach
5119 Cass StThis place is where the locals go for brunch. Covered outdoor seating. Amazing stuffed french toast. (10 min away by car.)
A popular coffee bar / breakfast cafe. (10 min walk/5 min bike)
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Swell Coffee Co.
3833 Mission BlvdA popular coffee bar / breakfast cafe. (10 min walk/5 min bike)
If you want a nice upscale restaurant with a lovely view of Mission Bay for Brunch or dinner, this is where we recommend.
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Oceana Coastal Kitchen
3999 Mission BlvdIf you want a nice upscale restaurant with a lovely view of Mission Bay for Brunch or dinner, this is where we recommend.
If you want an outdoor ocean front brunch experience this place is about a 15 minute walk from the cottage. In the afternoon and evenings this becomes a noisy bar.
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Baja Beach Cafe
701 Thomas AveIf you want an outdoor ocean front brunch experience this place is about a 15 minute walk from the cottage. In the afternoon and evenings this becomes a noisy bar.
Upscale, ocean view located at the Tower23 Hotel, just 1 block north of the pier. 10 min bike/20 bike/ or 3 hrs of complimentary valet parking when dining there.
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JRDN Restaurant
723 Felspar StUpscale, ocean view located at the Tower23 Hotel, just 1 block north of the pier. 10 min bike/20 bike/ or 3 hrs of complimentary valet parking when dining there.
Oscars Mexican Seafood
703 Turquoise StThe best Fish Tacos in the area.
Choose between canolis, tiramisu, brownies, lemon bars, granola bars, macaroons, cinnamon rolls, bread loaves, and more, all made from scratch and in-house.
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Olive Baking Company
735 Santa Clara PlChoose between canolis, tiramisu, brownies, lemon bars, granola bars, macaroons, cinnamon rolls, bread loaves, and more, all made from scratch and in-house.
Entertainment & Activities
Amusement park with the Big Dipper Roller Coaster. No admission cost, just pay per ride. Arcade, midway game, rock climbing wall, zip line, bumper cars, mini golf, and more. (15 min walk/5 min bike)
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Belmont Park
3146 Mission BlvdAmusement park with the Big Dipper Roller Coaster. No admission cost, just pay per ride. Arcade, midway game, rock climbing wall, zip line, bumper cars, mini golf, and more. (15 min walk/5 min bike)
Its only 2 miles away from the cottage. If you want to avoid the outrageous parking fees you can ride the bikes there or take the 8 bus which you can get on at Mission Blvd & San Juan (1 block away)
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SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.Its only 2 miles away from the cottage. If you want to avoid the outrageous parking fees you can ride the bikes there or take the 8 bus which you can get on at Mission Blvd & San Juan (1 block away)
Rent sailboats, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, jet skis, water skis and boats, and so much more. Rentals are by the hour or by the day. Located less than 5 min walk away at Santa Clara Point.
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Mission Bay Aquatic Center
1001 Santa Clara PlRent sailboats, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, jet skis, water skis and boats, and so much more. Rentals are by the hour or by the day. Located less than 5 min walk away at Santa Clara Point.
They offer all the same aquatic equipment rentals as the Mission Bay Aquatic Center plus a few more like Jet Packs. Also hourly and daily rentals. Located less than 5 min walk away at Santa Clara Pt.
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Mission Bay Sportcenter
1010 Santa Clara PlThey offer all the same aquatic equipment rentals as the Mission Bay Aquatic Center plus a few more like Jet Packs. Also hourly and daily rentals. Located less than 5 min walk away at Santa Clara Pt.
Rent wetsuits, surfboards, boogie boards, bikes, and just about anything else you can think of. Its just 2-1/2 blocks from the cottage. 3 min walk.
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Cheap Rentals
3689 Mission BlvdRent wetsuits, surfboards, boogie boards, bikes, and just about anything else you can think of. Its just 2-1/2 blocks from the cottage. 3 min walk.
The owner Rick and his staff have been giving surf lessons for many years right out front of our house. They are very focused on teaching you to surf. (5 min walk)
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Surfari Surf School
3740 Mission BlvdThe owner Rick and his staff have been giving surf lessons for many years right out front of our house. They are very focused on teaching you to surf. (5 min walk)
If the kids want to go to a pool take them here. Day passes for pool & water slides. It is a tropical resort pool deck with a day spa. (15 min bike ride or free parking on street in front.)
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Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa And Marina
1441 Quivira RdIf the kids want to go to a pool take them here. Day passes for pool & water slides. It is a tropical resort pool deck with a day spa. (15 min bike ride or free parking on street in front.)
Go for a bike ride down the bayside boardwalk to the Bahia hotel (10 min) & see the seal exhibit they have in front of the hotel. Its free. Also offer a nightly steam ship cruise on the bay for $10.
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Bahia Resort Hotel
998 W Mission Bay DrGo for a bike ride down the bayside boardwalk to the Bahia hotel (10 min) & see the seal exhibit they have in front of the hotel. Its free. Also offer a nightly steam ship cruise on the bay for $10.
Voted Number 1 Zoo in the World, you will encounter rare and endangered animals in a lush and natural setting. More than 4,000 animals representing 800 species live in this state-of-the-art zoo, including some that are rarely seen at other zoos. Admire the animals and go in-depth during daily keeper talks and guided bus tours. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo. Read more about San Diego Zoo 2018 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/San-Diego-Zoo/d736-3097ZOO_TR?pub=vcps
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Zoológico de San Diego
2920 Zoo DrVoted Number 1 Zoo in the World, you will encounter rare and endangered animals in a lush and natural setting. More than 4,000 animals representing 800 species live in this state-of-the-art zoo, including some that are rarely seen at other zoos. Admire the animals and go in-depth during daily keeper talks and guided bus tours. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo. Read more about San Diego Zoo 2018 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/San-Diego-Zoo/d736-3097ZOO_TR?pub=vcps
The renowned San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents more than 3,500 animals roaming in large enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. Go on a safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself, with exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna.
Read more about San Diego 30-Minute Zoo Safari Park Tram Tour 2018 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/San-Diego-Zoo-Safari-Park/d736-3097WAP_TR?pub=vcps
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Parque Safari del Zoológico de San Diego
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdThe renowned San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents more than 3,500 animals roaming in large enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. Go on a safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself, with exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna.
Read more about San Diego 30-Minute Zoo Safari Park Tram Tour 2018 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/San-Diego-Zoo-Safari-Park/d736-3097WAP_TR?pub=vcps
This whale watching tour never goes out of season! Not only will the friendly crew provide you with sightings of beautiful whales & dolphins, but you’ll also get an educational experience where you can learn about these animals that visit the ocean near San Diego harbor. The on-staff marine biologists will, of course, have a bunch of cool whale facts to tell you on your cruise.
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San Diego Whale Watch
1617 Quivira RdThis whale watching tour never goes out of season! Not only will the friendly crew provide you with sightings of beautiful whales & dolphins, but you’ll also get an educational experience where you can learn about these animals that visit the ocean near San Diego harbor. The on-staff marine biologists will, of course, have a bunch of cool whale facts to tell you on your cruise.
Take a cruise on the Bahia Belle Sternwheeler Paddleboat at night. The Bahia Belle is a beautiful old 3 story Mississippi style paddleboat that cruises Mission Bay. $10/person. Boards hourly in the evenings starting at 6 pm on weekends and daily during the summer.
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Bahia Belle Cruises
998 W Mission Bay DrTake a cruise on the Bahia Belle Sternwheeler Paddleboat at night. The Bahia Belle is a beautiful old 3 story Mississippi style paddleboat that cruises Mission Bay. $10/person. Boards hourly in the evenings starting at 6 pm on weekends and daily during the summer.
It's a bird - it's a plane - it's a person hovering over Mission Bay? That's right! The Jetlev jetpack uses water propulsion to lift you up to 30 ft above the water!
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Jetpack America - San Diego
1010 Santa Clara PlIt's a bird - it's a plane - it's a person hovering over Mission Bay? That's right! The Jetlev jetpack uses water propulsion to lift you up to 30 ft above the water!
Petco Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent, it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of our region. Innovative design features evoke the timeless traditions of baseball in an intimate setting, with state-of-the-art fan amenities to suit every taste and budget.
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Petco Park
100 Park BlvdPetco Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent, it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of our region. Innovative design features evoke the timeless traditions of baseball in an intimate setting, with state-of-the-art fan amenities to suit every taste and budget.
Essentials
Closest laundromat. They offer drop-off service and an affordable rate per pound if you don't feel like waiting around to get your laundry done. (10 min walk/5 min bike)
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Beach Laundromat
3817 Mission BlvdClosest laundromat. They offer drop-off service and an affordable rate per pound if you don't feel like waiting around to get your laundry done. (10 min walk/5 min bike)
The liquor stores around here are also convenience stores so you can also get basic groceries and necessities here if in a pinch. They are open all day and late at night. (10 min walk/5 min bike ride)
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Hub Liquor
3757 Mission BlvdThe liquor stores around here are also convenience stores so you can also get basic groceries and necessities here if in a pinch. They are open all day and late at night. (10 min walk/5 min bike ride)
This is the closest full grocery store. They have a pharmacy and ATM inside. Free underground parking.
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Ralphs
8657 Villa La Jolla DrThis is the closest full grocery store. They have a pharmacy and ATM inside. Free underground parking.
This is the local health food store. It's way cheaper than Whole Foods Market and even cheaper than Trader Joe's. Big produce section, fresh meats, deli counter, and lots of vitamins and supplements.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
1260 Garnet AveThis is the local health food store. It's way cheaper than Whole Foods Market and even cheaper than Trader Joe's. Big produce section, fresh meats, deli counter, and lots of vitamins and supplements.
Pharmacy/Convenience store. Open until midnight. They sell sunscreen and beach supplies year round as well as basic groceries. (20 min walk/10 min bike)
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CVS
1792 Garnet AvePharmacy/Convenience store. Open until midnight. They sell sunscreen and beach supplies year round as well as basic groceries. (20 min walk/10 min bike)
The only local convenience store open 24 hours. (15 min walk/5 min bike)
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7-Eleven
6953 La Jolla BlvdThe only local convenience store open 24 hours. (15 min walk/5 min bike)
If you break a nail and need to get it fixed or if its time for a pedicure this is the closest nail salon. (5 min walk)
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Mission Hair and Nails
3786 Mission BlvdIf you break a nail and need to get it fixed or if its time for a pedicure this is the closest nail salon. (5 min walk)
This is the nearest spa, which offers a beautiful view. They offer facials, exfoliating, body wraps, manicures, etc. It is just 10-15 minute walk from the cottage or 5 minute bike ride.
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Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
3999 Mission BlvdThis is the nearest spa, which offers a beautiful view. They offer facials, exfoliating, body wraps, manicures, etc. It is just 10-15 minute walk from the cottage or 5 minute bike ride.
This grocery store is super popular for convenient prepared food. They have great prepared salads and food that you just heat up. It's very affordable & everything is delicious.
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Trader Joe's
1640 Garnet AveThis grocery store is super popular for convenient prepared food. They have great prepared salads and food that you just heat up. It's very affordable & everything is delicious.
If you are sick or get injured while on vacation you can go here to get treated. There is rarely a wait and they take most insurances as well as cash pay.
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Marque Urgent Care
4490 Fanuel StIf you are sick or get injured while on vacation you can go here to get treated. There is rarely a wait and they take most insurances as well as cash pay.
Arts & Culture
Great little library with A/C, WiFi, and computers. (15 min bike ride away.)
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Pacific Beach Taylor Branch Library
4275 Cass StGreat little library with A/C, WiFi, and computers. (15 min bike ride away.)
Take a trip through American naval history with admission to the USS Midway Museum in San Diego. This enormous ship, known as the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century, now offers a range of interactive exhibits, a self-guided audio tour and numerous restored aircraft across its 4-acre (1.6-hectare) flight deck and sections below. It’s an essential piece of San Diego’s, and America’s, military history.
Read more about Skip the Line: USS Midway Museum 2018 - San Diego at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/USS-Midway-Museum/d736-5160USS?pub=vcps
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USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor DrTake a trip through American naval history with admission to the USS Midway Museum in San Diego. This enormous ship, known as the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century, now offers a range of interactive exhibits, a self-guided audio tour and numerous restored aircraft across its 4-acre (1.6-hectare) flight deck and sections below. It’s an essential piece of San Diego’s, and America’s, military history.
Read more about Skip the Line: USS Midway Museum 2018 - San Diego at: https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Diego/USS-Midway-Museum/d736-5160USS?pub=vcps
Drinks & Nightlife
Local bar. Great lunch and dinner menu. They have delicious tacos. It's a great place to watch a game or go out for Trivia Night. (5 min walk)
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Guava Beach Bar & Grill
3714 Mission BlvdLocal bar. Great lunch and dinner menu. They have delicious tacos. It's a great place to watch a game or go out for Trivia Night. (5 min walk)
If you are in your 20's and looking for a scene this is it. It gets packed. It's called "The Local" but we suspect its mostly out of towners. You might spot your neighbors from Arizona here. Ha!
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The Local Pacific Beach
809 Thomas AveIf you are in your 20's and looking for a scene this is it. It gets packed. It's called "The Local" but we suspect its mostly out of towners. You might spot your neighbors from Arizona here. Ha!
Local Sports Bar. If there is a game you want to see this is the place to go. It's huge and has tons of screens. This is a 15 min walk or 5-10 bike ride from the guest house.
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Miller's Field
4465 Mission BoulevardLocal Sports Bar. If there is a game you want to see this is the place to go. It's huge and has tons of screens. This is a 15 min walk or 5-10 bike ride from the guest house.
Sightseeing
This is a historic state park, restored to resemble the old west when San Diego was first settled. There are wood sidewalks and dirt roads. Within the official park there are shopkeepers dressed in traditional period clothing. Check out the Mormon Battalion Museum for a free guided tour. Surrounding the park there are a lot of very popular Mexican restaurants and shops selling Mexican souvenirs (no need to travel to Tijuana.)
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Barrio Antiguo de San Diego
4002 Wallace StThis is a historic state park, restored to resemble the old west when San Diego was first settled. There are wood sidewalks and dirt roads. Within the official park there are shopkeepers dressed in traditional period clothing. Check out the Mormon Battalion Museum for a free guided tour. Surrounding the park there are a lot of very popular Mexican restaurants and shops selling Mexican souvenirs (no need to travel to Tijuana.)
The pier is open to the public and you can walk out and get a great view of the beach areas and plenty of fresh air. The unique part is it has cottages that are available for rent right on the pier.
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Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages
4500 Ocean BlvdThe pier is open to the public and you can walk out and get a great view of the beach areas and plenty of fresh air. The unique part is it has cottages that are available for rent right on the pier.
Spectacular viewpoint on the top peak of La Jolla. You'll need a car to get here or take an Uber. Bring your camera or your binoculars. It's just a few miles up the road, driving through the ritzy neighborhoods of the wealthy of La Jolla.
Soledad Mountain Road
Soledad Mountain RoadSpectacular viewpoint on the top peak of La Jolla. You'll need a car to get here or take an Uber. Bring your camera or your binoculars. It's just a few miles up the road, driving through the ritzy neighborhoods of the wealthy of La Jolla.
This is a scenic lookout spot where you can watch the seals sunning on the shore.
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Childrens Pool Beach
This is a scenic lookout spot where you can watch the seals sunning on the shore.
The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively downtown neighborhood, known for its nightlife. Clubs, dive bars and cocktail lounges draw a young crowd, while the Spreckels and Balboa theaters have diverse programs of music, comedy and drama. There's a mix of chain and independent restaurants in the area, with many global options. Horton Plaza Park has grassy lawns, ice cream and coffee vendors, and an interactive fountain.
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Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively downtown neighborhood, known for its nightlife. Clubs, dive bars and cocktail lounges draw a young crowd, while the Spreckels and Balboa theaters have diverse programs of music, comedy and drama. There's a mix of chain and independent restaurants in the area, with many global options. Horton Plaza Park has grassy lawns, ice cream and coffee vendors, and an interactive fountain.
Parks & Nature
This is a state park with some great trail for hiking. Pick up a trail map at the entry booth. Many of the hikes just take an hour and offer breath taking views of the ocean and cliffs.
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Reserva Estatal de Torrey Pines
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadThis is a state park with some great trail for hiking. Pick up a trail map at the entry booth. Many of the hikes just take an hour and offer breath taking views of the ocean and cliffs.
Where culture, science, and nature collide, Balboa Park is home to more than 16 museums, multiple performing arts venues, lovely gardens, trails, and many other creative and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions among its 1,200 beautiful and lushly planted acres, there is something for everyone.
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Parque Balboa
Where culture, science, and nature collide, Balboa Park is home to more than 16 museums, multiple performing arts venues, lovely gardens, trails, and many other creative and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions among its 1,200 beautiful and lushly planted acres, there is something for everyone.
From its breathtaking sunsets and majestic sea lions to seaside restaurants and kids activities, this beautiful setting offers a slice of the elegant yet laid back La Jolla lifestyle for all to enjoy.
Take ocean adventures to the next level with guided tours or private classes from experienced locals. Snorkeling or Scuba Diving is a great opportunity for those of any experience level.
Kayak La Jolla and the 7 Caves! Explore beautiful sea cliffs and caves filled with marine life. Paddle to Sunny Jim’s Cave, the Arch Cave, the Clams’ Cave and other sea caves for amazing close-ups of sandstone formations. Witness sea lions, garibaldi, leopard sharks and shovelnose guitarfish.
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La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdFrom its breathtaking sunsets and majestic sea lions to seaside restaurants and kids activities, this beautiful setting offers a slice of the elegant yet laid back La Jolla lifestyle for all to enjoy.
Take ocean adventures to the next level with guided tours or private classes from experienced locals. Snorkeling or Scuba Diving is a great opportunity for those of any experience level.
Kayak La Jolla and the 7 Caves! Explore beautiful sea cliffs and caves filled with marine life. Paddle to Sunny Jim’s Cave, the Arch Cave, the Clams’ Cave and other sea caves for amazing close-ups of sandstone formations. Witness sea lions, garibaldi, leopard sharks and shovelnose guitarfish.