Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in El Capitan Reservoir

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in El Capitan Reservoir

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
Balboa Park
Balboa Park
4.8 (56270 ratings)4.5 (11675 ratings)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more.
San Diego, CA, USA
ParkFun & GamesHistory museumPlaygroundsGardens
Mentioned by oldtown-inn.com
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"Comprising 1,200 acres in San Diego, Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States, and also one of the oldest. It features over 15 museums, meandering paths, overflowing gardens, green belts, several theaters, gift shops, restaurants, a carousel, mini railroad, and San Diego Zoo. Admittance to the park is free, as is access to the luscious gardens, trails, The Botanical Building, and Timken Art Museum."
Mentioned by planetware.com
San Diego with Kids: 8 Top Things to Do | PlanetWare
"Families appreciate the beauty and abundance of recreational opportunities at Balboa Park. This expansive outdoor space includes 17 museums, playgrounds, a swimming pool, and over a dozen different gardens. Many visitors come here to enjoy the Pepper Grove Playground, a large kids' recreation area with slides, swings, a jungle gym, sandbox, playing fields, and picnic tables."
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"This 1,400-acre site encompasses historical buildings, numerous museums, gardens, and green space. The park was created for the Panama California Exhibition of 1915-1916, and most of the buildings remain from that event. The predominant architecture is Spanish-style, with low-rise buildings that blend in with the natural surroundings."
Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Seaport Village
Seaport Village
4.6 (18125 ratings)4 (4366 ratings)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Shopping mallShoppingPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego
4.7 (2737 ratings)4.5 (1598 ratings)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMaritime museumOutdoor activity organiserShipsSpecialty Museums
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
4.7 (264 ratings)4.5 (184 ratings)
Open green space along the coast offering panoramic ocean views, including seals & sunsets.
92037 California, La Jolla, Coast Blvd, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Hosp Grove Park
Hosp Grove Park
4.4 (391 ratings)4 (27 ratings)
Winding through a eucalyptus tree grove, this trail with elevations of 100 feet offers ocean vistas.
Jefferson St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
ParkNature & ParksHiking Trails
Mentioned by Hidden San Diego
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"Hosp Grove was founded by a group of investors called The Hosp Eucalyptus Corp in 1908. They planted 219 acres of trees in this Carlsbad grove hoping they could be harvested & sold to the Santa Fe Railroad as railroad ties. Much of the grove has been sold off, but what remains are fun, forested trails with plenty of inclines and twists & turns."
Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
4.8 (655 ratings)4.5 (41 ratings)
Rose garden & wedding locale showcasing more than 100 varieties, with peak bloom in April & May.
2125 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
GardenNature & Parks
Old Cactus Garden (circa 1935)
Old Cactus Garden (circa 1935)
4.6 (80 ratings)
2150 Pan American Rd W, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Garden
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
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"Located in Balboa Park, this place deserves its own spot on my list of Instagrammable places in San Diego!. Cacti are super photo-worthy, and that San Diego sunshine will give you the perfect lighting for an epic photo. (PS. Check out this post on how to pose for Instagram photos!)"
Del Mar Plaza
Del Mar Plaza
4.5 (528 ratings)4 (11 ratings)
High-end, dog-friendly shopping plaza with specialty boutiques, gourmet restaurants & beauty salons.
1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA
Shopping mallSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by sandiego.org
Outlet Malls and Shopping Centers
"1555 Camino Del Mar Del Mar, CA 92014 858-847-2284 32 Stores Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM  Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM  Major Retailers: Specialty shops, Il Fornaio, Pacifica Del Mar, gourmet market"

Best Pastries in El Capitan Reservoir

Azucar
Azucar
4.8 (558 ratings)
A small, modern & sleek Cuban bakery serving pastries, Cuban coffee & traditional Cuban sandwiches.
4820 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
Pastry shopBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopDessert shopLunch restaurant
Dripz Coffee
Dripz Coffee
4.9 (24 ratings)
613 Pearl St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Coffee shopPastry shopTea house
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
La Jolla Happy Hour: 25 Best Bars and Restaurants to Try
"Time: Tuesday – Friday from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.Specials: $2 off of appetizers and other food and drink specialsOcean View: Panoramic ocean viewWhy Go: Counter-serve café serving mostly Italian cuisine adjacent to UCSD with views in addition to indoor and outdoor seatingNeighborhood: Torrey Pines/UCSDAddress: 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive, La Jolla, California 92037"
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
The Best Coffee Shops in La Jolla, CA
"It's always good, but the drinks are pretty inconsistent in quality. It seems like they always have new employees making the drinks different ways."
GelatoLove Carlsbad Village
GelatoLove Carlsbad Village
4.8 (313 ratings)
Bright ice cream shop serving gourmet gelato in eclectic flavors in modern digs with outside tables.
300 Carlsbad Village Dr #104, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Ice cream shopCoffee shopDessert shopFrozen dessert supplierPastry shop

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in El Capitan Reservoir

Mot'to Japanese Grill
Mot'to Japanese Grill
4.4 (229 ratings)
Health-focused Japanese menu featuring sushi, bento boxes, & poke options with outdoor seating.
5600 Paseo Del Norte #115A, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Japanese restaurant
Himitsu
Himitsu
4.6 (192 ratings)
Snug spot doling out nigiri sushi & Japanese small plates prepped by a Sushi Ota alum.
1030 Torrey Pines Rd G, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Japanese restaurant
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"Himitsu offers highly authentic Japanese cuisine in the form of traditional nigiri sushi and tapas-like plates. Executive chef Mitsu Aihara has been crafting sushi for a long time, including at the award-winning Sushi Ota, and only opened this restaurant after receiving a blessing from his mentor, so he’s serious about the quality of his food. The dishes rotate on a weekly basis depending on what seafood is the best and freshest on the market at the time."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
Where To Eat And Drink In San Diego - San Diego
"We all have dreams and while some aren’t attainable - we’re looking at you actual hoverboard - others are, like eating high-quality sushi on a plant-lined patio. For those with more realistic dreams, head to Himitsu in La Jolla. This sushi place routinely flies in ingredients like sea urchin from Hokkaido and king salmon from New Zealand, along with serving less traditional dishes like Baja-style tostadas."
Mentioned by Things To Do
Best Asian food near La Jolla, San Diego, California
"1030 Torrey Pines Rd Ste G, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037-4425Japanese, Sushi, AsianDinner, LunchReservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Takeout+1 858-263-4463http://www.himitsusd.com"
J BOX
J BOX
4.3 (48 ratings)
Counter-service Japanese cafe putting healthful spins on sushi rolls, donburi & bento boxes.
5814 Van Allen Way Ste135, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Korean restaurantAsian restaurantCatererJapanese restaurantSeafood restaurantSushi restaurant

Best Buffet (Seafood, Chinese, etc) in El Capitan Reservoir

100's seafood grill buffet
100's seafood grill buffet
4.3 (2214 ratings)
Roomy destination for all-you-can-eat Asian seafood, including sushi, hibachi fare & desserts.
2828 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Buffet restaurantChinese restaurantCrab houseJapanese restaurantJapanese steakhouseMongolian barbecue restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSteak houseSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Brunch Buffet Spots In San Diego, California
"A post shared by JSMedina (@kulokoy) on Mar 17, 2019 at 8:26pm PDT. At this all-you-can-eat buffet, your food choices are more than you can try in one outing (so come back soon!) Chow down on a large selection of seafood, including crab legs, shrimp and scallops and serve yourself a side of sushi to go with it. End your meal with a delightful dessert such as crème brûlée, cheesecake or perhaps some Italian gelato."
Himalayan Palace Restaurant
Himalayan Palace Restaurant
4.6 (203 ratings)
3760 Sports Arena Blvd #5, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Indian restaurantBuffet restaurantNepalese restaurantNorth Eastern Indian restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Bricks Family Restaurant
Bricks Family Restaurant
4.1 (256 ratings)
Colorful eatery in the Legoland Hotel with a playful vibe & buffet offerings for breakfast & dinner.
5885 The Crossings Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Buffet restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
Top 10 Kid-Friendly Restaurants In Carlsbad, California - Updated 2021
"Conveniently located at the LEGOLAND Hotel, this colorful eatery is made to attract the kids and young-at-heart. If you’re lucky, you might even spot LEGOLAND Hotel Heroes (character mascots) — superb for photo-taking opportunities. Open daily for breakfast, they also offer dinner buffets and “Just for Kids Buffet” as well."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near El Capitan Reservoir

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