Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Old Town

"Located in the southwest corner of San Diego, the Tijuana Estuary is a wetlands area with beach, dune, mudflat, salt marsh, riparian, coastal sage scrub, and upland habitats that are free to explore. Start at the Visitor Center to learn about the trails, flora and fauna (many are rare or endangered), and various things to do during your visit. Kids can earn junior rangers here and they offer a variety of environmental education resources online."

"At the southernmost tip of San Diego is one of the most serene places that few people know about. Where the Tijuana River meets the sea is where you’ll find the Tijuana Slough with over 2,000 acres of wetlands. Over 370 bird species have been observed there with 5 of them being endangered species that are regularly seen."

"Way down in sometimes-forgotten Imperial Beach is found a favorite landscape for many people in San Diego. This Tijuana Estuary is connected to some couple of parks. You are going to find amazing places such as Tijuana River County Open Space Reserve and Border Field State Park."

"Los Peñasquitos (“little cliffs”) is a great beginners’ trail for those who want to enjoy mountain-feel views without having to hire an expedition crew. There are two approaches (east and west), and the trailheads offer a trek of either 6.5, or 5.5 miles, respectively. The terrain is gradual and level, but the trails are surrounded by the sort of views that gave the area its name: scenic rocky outcroppings, and stony formations that ripple with rubble."

"From the Little Italy Mercato Farmer’s Market on Saturdays to some of the state’s best craft breweries and taco joints, San Diego has great food. Spots like Tribute Pizza and Galaxy Taco are family-friendly and tasty enough to satisfy everyone. Plant-based eatery Donna Jean is delicious, a major hit for our vegetarian family."

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"Before you start exploring, you may want to grab a quick bite at Tivoli Bar & Grill (see below). Afterwards, take yourself to the south east corner of the Gaslamp area and locate Petco Park (it’s kind of hard to miss). This giant baseball stadium is home to the San Diego Padres and, baseball fan or not (I’m not), is a pretty spectacular sight. If you’re in San Diego during the baseball season, tickets are affordable and make for a great night out."

"Just as its name implies, FLUXX nightclub's mood and motif are kept in a constant state of change designed to create a unique experience with every visit. The venue incorporates organic decor amidst bright, bold colors and playful design elements including a large-scale adult tree house, a 15-ft custom rope chandelier and eye-catching art. FLUXX is your excuse to revive your most stylish apparel as there is a dress code."

"Located in Downtown, FLUXX is San Diego’s top-notch dance club. Just as the name implies, FLUXX nightclub’s mood and theme are kept in a constant state of change designed to create a unique and wowing experience with every visit. The venue features an organic decor having bright, bold colors and playful design elements including a large-scale adult tree house, a 15-ft chandelier, and eye-popping art."

"It is a high-end dance club whose theme and vibe keep changing periodically to ensure that people have a unique and amazing experience every time they visit. The interior features a beautiful chandelier and an adult-size treehouse which even has its own bar!. They offer a VIP experience and also host private parties and craft beer festivals."

"One of them is neon signs, a trend we covered in our last blog post. People like taking photographs of words, and those pictures tend to do well on Instagram. Pair that with neon and a good pun, stir lightly, and wait for social media to ignite."

"This neighborhood hangout serves sweet and savory mini pies, coffee and craft beer all in one space. Cauldron Ice Cream – 4646 Convoy Street"

"Hanna’s Gourmet was originally a catering company that received so much acclaim that the owner decided to open a café, offering the general public a chance to sample the delicious cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday as well as a weekend brunch, the menus change frequently. If visiting for brunch, try the delicious eggs à la Marrakech baked in ground lamb infused with cinnamon, red pepper, and tomato sauce, topped with feta and mint."

"Since the start of the pandemic, Hanna’s Gourmet has been offering dinner solutions to enjoy at home and there are a few rotating options that can qualify as special occasion meals. Examples include white wine-braised chicken, mirin-glazed salmon and the restaurant’s famous carrot cake, available by the slice or whole. Weekly pickups are on Sundays."

"That’s what you’re going to get at this 15-seat yakitori restaurant in Clairemont and it’s going to be deliciously grilled. Along the way, you’ll drink plenty of cheap beer and get to know the strangers eating closely next to you. If you’re there late, those strangers will probably be some of San Diego’s best chefs as this is where they all wind down after long shifts at nearby restaurants."