Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Sunset Cliffs

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Sunset Cliffs

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 Trip101
10 Best Romantic Places in San Diego, California - Updated 2021
"A post shared by Daniel Deming (@grubyoface619) on May 10, 2016 at 9:44pm PDT. Wander through the attractions in Balboa Park before you make your way to The Prado. This full-service restaurant is perfect for a relaxing dinner where you can spend quality time together."
Mentioned by Anaheim 7 days itinerary
Sunny Fun One Week Southern California Itinerary + Disneyland
"It’s located in Balboa Park which also features a lot of great museums, such as the Science Center and Natural History Museum. If you have little kids you can also consider visiting the carousel and miniature railroad."
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
Coronado tidelands park
Coronado tidelands park
4.7 (42 ratings)4.5 (42 ratings)
2000 Mullinex Dr, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by California Beaches
San Diego Zoo, San Diego, CA
"Tidelands Park is a Coronado city park with sports fields, a skate park, and a sandy beach on San Diego Bay. It is located next to the San Diego-Coronado Bridge […]"
Oma's Family Farm
Oma's Family Farm
4.6 (51 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
14950 El Monte Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
FarmSights & LandmarksChristmas tree farmEducation centerPumpkin patchWedding venue
Old Town
Old Town
4.5 (1550 ratings)
Known as the state's birthplace, this colorful area has a range of historic buildings & attractions.
San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Sights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego
"Day 2: Old Town, The Midway & Coronado [Skip to Page] Day 3: La Jolla, the beaches, Cabrillo Point & Point Loma [Skip to Page]"
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
4.7 (1132 ratings)4.5 (350 ratings)
Visitors can explore the grounds of this 18th-century, still-active mission, the state's first.
10818 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
MissionSights & LandmarksAttraction
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"It's hard to imagine how remote California's earliest mission must have once been; these days, however, it's accessible by major freeways…"
San Diego Bay
San Diego Bay
4.7 (392 ratings)4.5 (806 ratings)
Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves.
California
BaySights & LandmarksHistoric Walking Areas

Popular Gardens in Sunset Cliffs

Amistad Park
Amistad Park
4.5 (8658 ratings)4 (17 ratings)
Sizable park featuring a manmade lake with boat rides, an open-air theater & areas for exercising.
Blvd. Alberto Limón Padilla 600, Mesa de Otay, 22510 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesGardensZoos
San Diego Zoo Terrace Lagoon
San Diego Zoo Terrace Lagoon
Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Garden
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 La Jolla Mom
100 FREE Things to Do in San Diego, CA: Fun Museums, Attractions, Tours & More
"The lath building was built for the 1915-1916 Exposition and now houses over 2100 tropical plants and palms (I recommend it if you like orchids). It is open every day except for Thursdays and one of the most photographed spots in San Diego. You can picnic on the grassy areas in front of it, too."

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Sunset Cliffs

Lane Field Park
Lane Field Park
4.7 (144 ratings)
1009 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Park
Mentioned by SAN DIEGO FOOD MARKETS
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"A beautiful street food market located opposite the Bay in downtown San Diego. Showcasing 25+ of San Diego's best street food vendors, with delicious drinks, coffee, desserts and craft stalls. Relax in a beautiful outdoor environment and enjoy the sunshine and great vibe."
Heritage County Park
Heritage County Park
4.5 (109 ratings)
Charming county park featuring several restored Victorian homes & the city's first synagogue.
2454 Heritage Park Row, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Park
Palm Trees Garden
Palm Trees Garden
401 K St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Park
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
49 Most Instagrammable Places in San Diego in 2021
"Ocean Beach is a thriving seaside beach community with plenty of charm. Watching the sunset over the water at Ocean Beach is a spectacular sight to see. It is also the perfect time to take those spectacular, perfectly-lit “golden hour” shots along the beach’s palm tree-lined road."

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Sunset Cliffs

Wok Bar / P - Kup
Wok Bar / P - Kup
3 (9 ratings)
7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd suite 404, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
RestaurantChinese restaurantSichuan restaurant
Joyee's Dumpling House
Joyee's Dumpling House
3.5 (50 ratings)
7330 Clairemont Mesa Blvd a110, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
Chinese restaurant
Dragon Chinese Cuisine
Dragon Chinese Cuisine
3.8 (162 ratings)
Basic Chinese eatery featuring chow mein, egg foo yong & kung pao fish.
2169 Fenton Pkwy UNIT 102, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Chinese restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Sunset Cliffs

Coastal-Chic Home with Patio on Coronado Island
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$277 /night
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4.6 (261 reviews)
Tower 23 Hotel
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$299 /night
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4.7 (322 reviews)
Samesun Ocean Beach
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$41 /night
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