Best Beach in Pacific Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned beaches in Pacific Beach from other articles such as Fodor's Choice, lyft.com, San Diego Beaches and Adventures.

Best Beach in Pacific Beach

La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Cove
4.8 (1188 ratings)4.5 (12342 ratings)
Popular with divers, this quaint beach houses permanent lifeguard stations, picnic tables & showers.
San Diego, CA 92037, USA
BeachOutdoor ActivitiesParks
Children's Pool La Jolla
Children's Pool La Jolla
4.7 (7037 ratings)
Protected sandy cove home to many adult harbor seals & their pups, open for swimming in summer.
834 Coast Blvd S, La Jolla, CA 92037
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La Jolla Shores Beach
La Jolla Shores Beach
4.7 (165 ratings)
This 1 mile long sand beach with permanent lifeguard stations offers gentle waves & scuba classes.
San Diego, CA 92037
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Windansea Beach
Windansea Beach
4.8 (201 ratings)4.5 (543 ratings)
This beach has been popular with surfers for decades & features an iconic palm-covered surf shack.
San Diego, CA 92037, USA
BeachOutdoor Activities
Black's Beach
Black's Beach
4.7 (420 ratings)4.5 (298 ratings)
Famed, scenic & clothing-optional beach beneath the bluffs of Torrey Pines.
California 92037, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Mentioned by California Beaches
Birch Aquarium at Scripps, La Jolla, CA
"The southern section of Black’s Beach, also known as Torrey Pines City Beach, is accessible through a gate at the intersection of Blackgold Road and La Jolla Farms Road."
Coronado Beach & Dog Park
Coronado Beach & Dog Park
4.7 (9795 ratings)4.5 (174 ratings)
Scenic white-sand beach offering tidepools, fire rings, a dog run, surfing, sunbathing & more.
Ocean Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Dog parkNature & ParksBeaches
South Casa Beach
South Casa Beach
4.8 (8 ratings)
San Diego, CA 92037, USA
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Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
10 Best Beaches in La Jolla for Families, Surfing, & More
"Why go: You’re at the Children’s Pool and would like to step out on the sand to explore a different beach. South Casa Beach is located directly south of the Children’s Pool (which is also referred to as Casa Beach). In fact, it’s just on the other side of the Children’s Pool lifeguard station, which also services South Casa Beach."
Mentioned by California Beaches
La Jolla Coast Walk Trail
"South Casa Beach is a small triangle-shaped cove just south of Children’s Pool Beach in La Jolla. Children’s Pool is also known as Casa Beach so this beach got the […]"
Boomer Beach
Boomer Beach
4.2 (61 ratings)
San Diego, CA 92037
Beach
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
10 Best Beaches in La Jolla for Families, Surfing, & More
"Why go: It’s popular for bodysurfing and views from the walkway above and adjacent to La Jolla Cove. Boomer Beach is located just to the west of Ellen Browning Scripps Park and south of the Cove. It’s one of the smaller, lesser known beaches in La Jolla, and its exposure to stronger ocean waves and currents makes it less popular than neighboring Cove."
Mentioned by California Beaches
La Jolla Coast Walk Trail
"Boomer Beach is located on the exposed western side of Ellen Browning Scripps Park in La Jolla. Because of exposure to the strong ocean waves it is less popular than […]"
Shell Beach
Shell Beach
4.4 (29 ratings)
San Diego, CA 92037
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Mentioned by Nothing Familiar
Secret Beaches of La Jolla California
"Swimming:YesSurfing: NoBoogie Boarding: NoBest For: Sunbathing and Swimming. Just past the sea lion’s you’ll find a small slice of sand called Shell Beach. Located right in the heart of La Jolla Village, this is an awesome place to spend some time in after watching the sea lions."
Mentioned by lyft.com
Top 8 Most Visited Beaches in La Jolla
"Shell Beach is a small beach in the La Jolla community of San Diego. The beach is accessed via a flight of concrete steps that start at the south end of Ellen Browning Scripps Park. Address:Coast Blvd, San Diego, CA 92037"
Mentioned by California Beaches
La Jolla Coast Walk Trail
"Shell Beach in La Jolla is located at the south end of Ellen Browning Scripps Park. At this spot there is long set of stairs that takes you from the […]"
La Jolla Shores Park
La Jolla Shores Park
4.7 (5516 ratings)4.5 (2606 ratings)
2-block space steps away from the sand & waves offers grassy area & playgrounds.
8300 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Top Best Restaurants in Pacific Beach

Bootlegger
Bootlegger
4.3 (690 ratings)
Airy hangout with speakeasy touches offers craft cocktails, creative comfort grub, DJs & sports TV.
804 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Bar & grillAmerican restaurantBarNight clubRestaurantSports bar
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Places To Go Dancing In San Diego
"Bootlegger is known for its happy hour, craft cocktails, and weekend entertainment that will keep you wanting more. Located in East Village, this unique pub offers the perfect blend of fun and casual. Grab your friends, coworkers, and dates and get ready for an exciting night."
BO-beau kitchen + bar
BO-beau kitchen + bar
4.6 (554 ratings)
French bistro with a covered patio serving creative fare & mussels galore in a rustic-chic setting.
4996 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Pacific Beach

Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
4.8 (1815 ratings)4.5 (959 ratings)
Interpretive center commemorating a group of Mormons in the Army during the Mexican-American War.
2510 Juan St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistorical societyReligious organizationTourist information centerHistoric Sites
Fletcher Cove Beach Park
Fletcher Cove Beach Park
4.8 (2039 ratings)4.5 (183 ratings)
Picturesque park with a viewing deck, grassy area & playground, plus tables & a basketball court.
111 S Sierra Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075, USA
ParkNature & ParksPublic beach
Mentioned by Your North County
Best Beaches in San Diego North County (Guide) | YNC
"If you want something simple, straightforward, and kid-friendly, this small Solana Beach spot sports a nice grassy area, and also has a playground for kids who get bored of swimming. Fletcher Cove also has picnic tables, bathroom facilities, and a beach wash station. This beach is best for walking, playing (there’s a basketball court, too) and boogie or body boarding, but if you’re looking to lounge on the sand all day, try somewhere else because the sand is limited here and sometimes completely swallowed by high tides."
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
15 Best Beaches in San Diego: A Local's Guide from North to South
"The main beach in Solana Beach is Fletcher Cove, aka “Pillbox” (because a WWII gunnery installation is there), located where Lomas Santa Fe Boulevard meets the coast and just across Highway 101 from the Solana Beach train station. There are public restrooms and showers, as well as picnic tables and a basketball court on the bluffs above the beach. Lifeguards are on duty from 8 a.m."
Mission Beach Boardwalk | Ocean Front Walk
Mission Beach Boardwalk | Ocean Front Walk
4.7 (3083 ratings)4.5 (702 ratings)
Longtime beachfront boardwalk featuring shops, an old-school amusement park & ocean activities.
W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
PromenadeSights & LandmarksPublic beachHistoric Walking AreasJogging Paths & TracksBiking Trails
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego Itinerary – What to See and Do
"Get your stomach rollercoaster-ready or if you’re still feeling the heat of your Ocean Beach tacos, just take a nice long stroll along the Boardwalk. Looking for a SIM Card in the USA?. If you’re visiting from overseas and want to pick up a SIM Card for calls and data while you’re away, I highly recommend TelAway. The number of SIM companies to choose from is baffling but Telaway arranged my SIM card very quickly, the set up was non-existent (put it into your unlocked phone and you’re up and running) and included so much data (UNLIMITED!) I could even stream Netflix on long train journeys."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"The cement pathway lining the sand from the southern end of Mission Beach north to Pacific Beach is always bustling with activity. Cyclists…"

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Pacific Beach

Windansea Beach
Windansea Beach
4.8 (201 ratings)4.5 (543 ratings)
This beach has been popular with surfers for decades & features an iconic palm-covered surf shack.
San Diego, CA 92037, USA
BeachOutdoor Activities
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
4.1 (97 ratings)4 (61 ratings)
Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.
410 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Sparks Gallery
The Best San Diego Museums [2021
"Throughout the year’s many historical figures have visited the William Heath Davis House. As visitors tour the house, they will see each room is dedicated to a different period in the house’s history, and most of it was restored to its 1850’s glory. Rumor also has it that this house hosts its own ghostly visitors as well."
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
3.6 (5 ratings)
This chain scoops ice cream & frozen yogurt (including fat-free options) in a variety of flavors.
4475 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
9 San Diego Dessert Shops Offering Delivery & Pick-Up
"With walk-up spots in Del Mar and Carlsbad, and curbside delivery in Encinitas, you can get a Handel’s cone to enjoy. From chocolate chip cookie dough to birthday cake, we love all the creative flavors. Further, you can order a scoop to support a local first responder and Handel’s will match your scoop."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
The Best Ice Cream Shops in San Diego
"Check out this scoop shop in Carlsbad Village and Del Mar Highlands too. Grab a giant scoop for your whole brood, after the beach, dining or visiting the Wednesday Farmer's Market. What's more, you'll get to choose from over 32 flavors."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Pacific Beach

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Whiting Oasis
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Ocean Breeze 1 Apts
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