Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Pacific Beach

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions 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
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 San Diego 1 day itinerary
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"Adjacent to the Zoo is Balboa Park, one of San Diego's most beloved treasures. Known as the "Smithsonian of the West," Balboa Park is the largest cultural park in America and features 17 museums and performing arts venues as well as beautiful gardens, the lily pond and botanic building, concerts and a host of special events. Take a stroll down the main El Prado promenade, enjoy the gorgeous 1915 Spanish Colonial-revival style architecture, and grab a bite to eat and one of the many purveyors in the park."
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 10Best
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"With over 85 cultural and recreational facilities, Balboa Park is a must-see. It's probably best to start at the Visitor's Center for a map and events calendar, and to purchase a Balboa Park Explorer Pass, which provides entrance to most of park's attractions. The zoo is a big attraction, but there are also 16 museums, cultural centers, lawn bowling, a carousel, and a miniature railroad ride."
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
Hilliker's Ranch Fresh Eggs
Hilliker's Ranch Fresh Eggs
4.7 (66 ratings)5 (24 ratings)
11329 El Nopal, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
Egg supplierSights & LandmarksPoultry farmRanches
University of California San Diego
University of California San Diego
4.5 (879 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093, USA
UniversitySights & LandmarksEducational 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
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"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
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"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."
Spruce Street Suspension Bridge
Spruce Street Suspension Bridge
4.7 (1927 ratings)4.5 (43 ratings)
Built in 1912, this hidden suspension footbridge provides views of the serene valley below.
W Spruce St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksBridgeHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"Stretching for almost 400 feet across open air, the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge is the best way to give yourself a gut check in San Diego. Do you have what it takes to walk the entire length?. Can you handle the swaying motions and the howl of the wind as you travel so far above the ground?"
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
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"Locals love this hidden spot in the Banker’s Hill neighborhood. Spruce Street Bridge is 70-feet over the canyon below. This charming bridge has an intricate cable design and plenty of trees surrounding it, making it the perfect Instagram-worthy backdrop for your photos."
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
4.2 (975 ratings)4.5 (18 ratings)
Modern extended-stay hotel with a fire pit, a sand volleyball court & a pool, plus free breakfast.
8901 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
HotelSights & LandmarksIndoor lodgingPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Reservations.com
Top 20 best hotels in La Jolla, California
"Free Breakfast, Evening Receptions And Internet, Plus Fully Equipped Kitchens, Are On Offer At The Non-Smoking Residence Inn La Jolla, A Pet-Friendly Hotel Our Guests Rate One Of The Best In Town. The Two-Story, 228-Room Property Provides Accommodations With Fully Equipped Kitchens That Feature Microwaves And Refrigerators As Well As Dining And Seating Areas. Many Rooms Have Fireplaces, And All Have Access To Free Wired Internet Access And Flat-Panel Tvs."

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Pacific Beach

Village Pizzeria
Village Pizzeria
4.3 (916 ratings)
Beachside outpost of a local chain offers a large menu of Italian favorites, plus a covered patio.
1206 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantTakeout RestaurantPasta shopPizza deliveryPizza TakeoutRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"Happy hour was great, $2.50 for a slice of pizza the size of your head, the worker up front was really relaxed and the pizza there was great, a perfect spot..."
BAR by RED DOOR
BAR by RED DOOR
4.6 (29 ratings)
Chic watering hole offshoot of sister eatery The Red Door serving craft cocktails & small plates.
729 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Cocktail barSmall plates restaurant
Siamo Napoli Restaurant
Siamo Napoli Restaurant
4.8 (233 ratings)
3959 30th St STE 105, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
RestaurantItalian restaurantPizza restaurant

Best Bath Houses in Pacific Beach

Orchid Day Spa
Orchid Day Spa
4.7 (26 ratings)
1033 B Ave #103, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Day spaMassage therapist
Ayurvida Wellness and Clinic
Ayurvida Wellness and Clinic
5 (24 ratings)
1611 W Lewis St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Alternative medicine practitionerFacial spaHolistic medicine practitionerMassage therapistSkin care clinicWaxing hair removal service
Coconuts Hair Salon & Day Spa
Coconuts Hair Salon & Day Spa
4.4 (36 ratings)
8380 Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA
Hair salonBeauty salonFacial spaHair careMedical spaNail salon

Best Dessert in Pacific Beach

Cinnaholic
Cinnaholic
4.3 (91 ratings)
Destination for vegan cinnamon rolls customized with tons of different toppings & frosting flavors.
4652 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
BakeryCoffee shopDessert shopVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Spoon University
25 Epic Desserts in San Diego to Eat Before You Die
"This isn't your average cinnamon roll, in more ways than one. The cinnamon rolls are all DIY with frosting flavors like cake batter and coffee and toppings like cookie dough and Oreo cookies. The cinnamon rolls are also completely vegan."
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
Rudford's Restaurant
Rudford's Restaurant
4.4 (2683 ratings)
Circa-1949 spot with old-timey decor & booth seating serves classic diner fare around the clock.
2900 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
DinerAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeCoffee shopDessert restaurantNew American restaurant
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Best Diners in San Diego
"If Rudford's had chrome instead of stucco, it would be a genuine diner, because it has the bay windows and mid-century signage. In any case, it's a landmark (and just down the street from the Chicken Pie Shop). Basic comfort fare here, which gets mixed reviews."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
Here Are The Iconic Diners of San Diego
"Equally popular with the early bird special crowd and after-bar party goers; both sets agree that the biscuits and gravy and chicken fried steak at this 24-hour diner are first rate."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Pacific Beach

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Cute 2nd Floor Apartment - Private Balcony and Rooftop Deck, Near Beach
Apartment · 2 Guests · 2 Bedrooms
$825 /night*
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3.0 (1 review)
Best OCEANFRONT luxury condo
Condo · 6 Guests · 2 Bedrooms
$1800 /night*
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3.0 (166 reviews)
Rodeway Inn National City San Diego South
Motel
$72 /night
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