Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Hillcrest

We've collected top 10 mentioned concerts and shows in Hillcrest from other articles such as Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, New York Times' 36 hours column, Free Fun Guides.

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Hillcrest

La Jolla Playhouse
La Jolla Playhouse
4.8 (346 ratings)4.5 (194 ratings)
Famous professional, non-profit theater producing classic & modern plays & musicals.
2910 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsArts organizationAuditoriumNon-profit organizationTheaters
Lamb's Players Theatre
Lamb's Players Theatre
4.8 (383 ratings)4.5 (175 ratings)
This iconic theater hosts 5 productions each year on an intimate 350-seat stage.
1142 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Coronado Playhouse
Coronado Playhouse
4.6 (140 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings)
Local theater venue featuring classic & modern plays & musicals on a small, cabaret-style stage.
1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Balboa Theatre
Balboa Theatre
4.7 (1075 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings)
Restored 1924 movie palace presents concerts, plays & other live performances in 1,300-seat theater.
868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Spreckels Theatre
Spreckels Theatre
4.5 (473 ratings)4 (36 ratings)
Classic, early-20th-century theatrical venue hosting ballets, musicals, comedians & symphonies.
121 Broadway #600, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsAuditoriumTheaters
The Old Globe
The Old Globe
4.8 (908 ratings)4.5 (490 ratings)
Longtime theater with shows ranging from Shakespeare & classic musicals to first-run new plays.
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsEvent venueTheaters
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
4.7 (698 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Home to the world's largest outdoor pipe organ, this venue hosts year-round concerts & other events.
2125 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"The 2,400-bench-seat pavilion, dedicated in 1915 by sugar magnates John D. and Adolph B. Spreckels, holds the 4,518-pipe Spreckels Organ,…"
The Observatory North Park
The Observatory North Park
4.5 (2092 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Restored circa-1939 theater has a red-decked cathedral hall for live music, plays, films & more.
2891 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Live music venueConcerts & ShowsConcert hallEvent venuePerforming arts theaterTheaters
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
4.4 (7 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
Library devoted to music & art-book collections, with a school of the arts for concerts & classes.
1008 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
LibraryConcerts & ShowsArt schoolTheaters

Popular Gardens in Hillcrest

Japanese Friendship Garden
Japanese Friendship Garden
4.6 (4829 ratings)4 (284 ratings)
Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, a teahouse, garden tours & more.
2215 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Non-profit organizationNature & ParksCultural centerGardenHistorical landmark
Mentioned by y Travel Blog
16 Awesome (& Free) Things to do in San Diego With Kids
"There is an extra fee to enter the Japanese Friendship Garden, which is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. There’s an upper and lower strolling path where you can see koi pond, landscaped gardens and a Zen garden viewing deck. It’s a very tranquil space."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
Just the Ticket! Free Museum Days for Families
"Feel the beauty of the waterfalls and greenery as you stroll the pathways of the Japanese Friendship Garden. Skip right past the entrance fee the third Tuesday of every month. As well, explore the Japanese rock garden and take in the current indoor display."
Botanical Building
Botanical Building
4.7 (3699 ratings)4.5 (997 ratings)
Domed building from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition & a garden with more than 2,000 plants.
1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Study humankind at the San Diego Museum of Man, marvel at aeronautic engineering in the San Diego Air and Space Museum, then catch your breath in the Botanical Building. Head up to North Park for happy hour at Polite Provisions; its beautiful cocktail lounge may hook you up with some small plates if you’re hungry. Save the appetite, though—North Park’s Restaurant Row is nearby."
Meditation Gardens
Meditation Gardens
4.9 (540 ratings)5 (479 ratings)
These tranquil gardens at a meditation center feature koi ponds, benches & sweeping ocean views.
215 W K St, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
Meditation centerNature & ParksGardens

Cheap Places to Eat in Hillcrest

Domino's Pizza
Domino's Pizza
3.8 (459 ratings)
Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizzas & a variety of other dishes & sides.
1350 Sixth Ave STE 185, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Pizza deliveryDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza restaurantPizza Takeout
Panera Bread
Panera Bread
4.2 (637 ratings)
Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
225 Broadway Cir Suite 160, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopDelivery serviceTakeout RestaurantSalad shopSandwich shopSoup restaurant
Donut Panic
Donut Panic
4.1 (227 ratings)
Indie donut & bagel shop, with a regular weekly schedule of vegan & non-vegan days.
6171 Mission Gorge Rd #113, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
Donut shopBagel shopBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopTakeout RestaurantSandwich shopTea storeVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 of San Diego's Best Damn Donut Shops by Neighborhood
"A photo posted by Donut Panic (@donutpanicsd) on Jan 11, 2017 at 6:16am PST. “Donut Panic”about eating amazing donuts from this little shop on Mission Gorge Road because they are organic and in San Diego, we love the organic, healthy options – even when it comes to eating donuts!. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and weekends, Donut Panic offers 100% vegan donuts and bagels, and during the rest of the week they have traditional desserts and old fashioned donuts."
Mentioned by Spoon University
5 San Diego Donut Shops To Try Right Now
"Besides a clever name, Donut Panic is also great at glazed donuts. Along with traditional donuts, they offer vegan creations such as chocolate espresso almond, Earl Grey, maple bacon glaze, and even rosewater cardamom. Baker Linda Dami combines potato flakes mixed with flour, soy milk, sugar, salt, oil, and yeast."

Best Shopping Malls in Hillcrest Area

Clothing Outlets
Clothing Outlets
4.6 (9 ratings)
1640 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Shopping mall
Del Mar Highlands Town Center
Del Mar Highlands Town Center
4.4 (2146 ratings)
Chic open-air complex of stores & casual eateries, with an outdoor fireplace & seasonal live music.
12925 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130, USA
Shopping mall
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
Soak Up the Fun at These Splash Pads & San Diego Water Parks
"Little guppies can splash about this fountain found on the lower level at Del Mar Highlands Town Center. Grab a cup of coffee or delicious frozen yogurt and sit down at the nearby seating to enjoy the kid fun; don't worry seating is outside of the splash zone!. Even more, when done you can check out One Paseo across the street with cute shops and good eats."
Mentioned by govisitsandiego.com
The Best San Diego Malls and Shopping Centers
"In the northern San Diego suburb of Del Mar is the Del Mar Highlands Town Center. It’s located on Del Mar Heights Road, just off of the 5 freeway. The mall is roughly a 30-minute drive north of downtown San Diego."
Mentioned by sandiego.org
Outlet Malls and Shopping Centers
"12925 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 858-793-5757 Hours vary by retailer Major Retailers: Searsucker, Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Ralphs, Jimbo's, Mendocino Farms and specialty shops"

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