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Top Attractions in San Diego

Top San Diego attractions for visitors and locals alike. These are the tops sights and must-dos when you are visiting San Diego.

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Top San Diego attractions for visitors and locals alike. These are the tops sights and must-dos when you are visiting San Diego.

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Carlsbad Flower Fields: 2023 Guide & Top Tips

March 29, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

70 million individual flowers bloom each season at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. 70 million! For over 60 years have the colorful Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers transformed the fields at Carlsbad Ranch in North San Diego County into a 55-acre ocean of colorful flowers. Visiting the Flower Fields in Carlsbad feels like walking through a Monet …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Carlsbad, San Diego Attractions, San Diego Date Ideas, San Diego for Locals, San Diego North County, Spring in San Diego

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Learn How To Surf: 10 Best Surf Camps & Surf Lessons In San Diego

March 28, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Are you looking to take San Diego surf lessons? You’ve come to the right place. San Diego is home to 70 miles of alluring coastline, offering a playground for those who want to take up surfing. I love living in San Diego and watching the surfers during high tide, but to be honest, I have …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego for Locals, San Diego Ocean & Bay, San Diego Outdoor Activities

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Best Spots to See the La Jolla Seals & Sea Lions

March 23, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

If you are planning a visit to La Jolla, you have probably seen pictures of the cute La Jolla seals and sea lions, right? They are one of the top “attractions” in La Jolla and definitely worth seeing. As a San Diego local, this is always a “must-do” on our itinerary, when we have friends …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Animals, La Jolla

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Complete Guide to Belmont Park San Diego: Fun for Kids of all Ages!

February 23, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

A quirky amusement from a bygone age, Belmont Park San Diego stands proudly on the sands of Mission Bay, overlooking both it and the Pacific Ocean. It harbors multiple rides and attractions, as well as a handful of eateries and seasonal events, all with an eye toward family fun. There is no entrance fee, but …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Family-Friendly

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Discover Chicano Park San Diego: Barrio Logan’s Cultural & Historical Landmark

March 7, 2023 By: Elaine Masters This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Chicano Park is the focal point of San Diego’s oldest Mexican-American neighborhood, Barrio Logan. The park lies where Interstate 5 and the Coronado Bridge meet and houses a massive collection of outdoor murals. See for yourself why this National Historic Landmark, just off the San Diego Bay, is a must-visit. Below is everything you need …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Historic Places in San Diego, San Diego for History Buffs, San Diego for Locals

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6 Thrilling Amusement Parks in San Diego for Families

February 23, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

You can’t visit San Diego without going to one of the many exciting theme parks. Hit new heights on one of SeaWorld’s many thrilling roller coasters or hop on the back of a truck and spot mysterious forms of wildlife at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. As San Diego locals, we often get asked …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego Attractions, San Diego With Kids

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Mardi Gras In San Diego: Best Parades, Parties, and Events

February 15, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

The wonderful festival of Mardi Gras is fast approaching, and San Diego is preparing for an action-packed few weeks filled with live music, food and drinks, and good times leading up to Fat Tuesday on February 21, 2023. It is definitely one of the top events in February in San Diego. Deciding what to do …

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Ocean Beach San Diego Guide – Best Restaurants, Things to Do & more

January 9, 2023 By: Hedge Metreyeon This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

A couple of minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there is a little beachfront known as the Hippie Beach of San Diego. This neighborhood is filled with small businesses, shops, and restaurants that have a very laid-back and chill vibe. Ocean Beach San Diego is a lovely place to spend the …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego Neighborhoods

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10 Exciting San Diego Tide Pools To Explore

December 20, 2022 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Who doesn’t love tide pooling? There’s something exciting about finding a shallow pool of coastal water filled with an abundance of sea and plant life plus other hidden treasures, when the tide rolls out. We’re so fortunate that San Diego tide pools are so plentiful and you can find them at many San Diego beaches. …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego Beaches, San Diego for Locals, San Diego With Kids

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San Diego Coaster – How to Explore San Diego by Train

March 2, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Need a unique, inexpensive escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Take the San Diego Coaster. Want to leave the quiet countryside to enjoy the city? Take the Coaster. Just looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway with friends, but gas prices have risen too high? Take the Coaster! Run by …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego for Locals, San Diego Travel Tips

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