Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Cardiff State Beach

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Cardiff State Beach

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
Petco Park
Petco Park
4.7 (13150 ratings)4.5 (4116 ratings)
Opened in 2004, this prominent outdoor stadium features seasonal sporting events & concerts.
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksEvent venueArenas & StadiumsSports Complexes
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
50 Best Things to Do in San Diego (California
"Right in downtown San Diego, the state-of-the-art Petco Park is lauded as one of Major League Baseball’s best stadiums. In the stands you’ll get incredible vistas of the Sand Diego skyline and San Diego Bay at one of 81 regular season games (more if the Padres have a successful season). Petco Park opened in 2004, before which the San Diego Padres had to share the Jack Murphy Stadium with NFL’s Chargers."
Mentioned by 10Best
10 Best Things to Do with Kids in San Diego
"If it's major league baseball time, why not grab some tickets to a Padres home game at PETCO Park, when they're in town. Not only does PETCO Park have the best sight lines in baseball, there's also great views of San Diego from some parts of the park. Innovative design features provide an a intimate environment for viewing sports and there are also state-of-the-art amenities to suit fans of any budget."
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4.6 (19180 ratings)4.5 (5262 ratings)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
State parkSights & LandmarksParkHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in California
"This park has an excellent history museum in the Robinson-Rose House at the southern end of the plaza. You’ll also find a diorama depicting the original pueblo at the park’s visitor center, where you can pick up a copy of the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park Tour Guide & Brief History ($3), or a presentation tour (free) at 11am and 2pm daily. Personal tours cost $10 and depart at 11:30am and 1pm."
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Spend a long morning in Old Town State Historic Park, exploring the adobe buildings and browsing the many gift shops. You’ll be tempted to sit down for a Mexican lunch at one of the tourist restaurants, but save your appetite for a more genuine experience at El Indio, just up the street in Mission Hills."
San Diego Botanic Garden
San Diego Botanic Garden
4.7 (2003 ratings)4.5 (486 ratings)
Large botanical garden with vistas & four miles of trails featuring flowering trees, palms & bamboo.
300 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksAmusement parkChildren's museumGardenGift shopHiking areaMuseumParkPlaygroundRecreation center
Mentioned by 710 Beach Rentals
The Top 5 San Diego Nature Attractions | Attractions Around San Diego | 710B
"Peaceful, aromatic, and oh so colorful, the San Diego Botanic Gardens are where we go when we just need some time to ourselves. Stroll through gardens in different stages of bloom, admiring the beauty that surrounds you as you feel your mind quiet down. Open every day from 9-5 (closed on Christmas!), you can’t have the same experience twice!"
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4.5 (4476 ratings)4.5 (1771 ratings)
Interactive tide pools & exhibitions for all things under the sea in an oceanside building.
2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
AquariumNature & ParksNatural History Museums
Lake Hodges Bridge
Lake Hodges Bridge
4.7 (11 ratings)4 (58 ratings)
San Diego, CA 92127, USA
BridgeSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lifetime Smiles
Hiking in the Escondido Area
"This beautiful bridge connects two sections of the Lake Hodges hiking trails which allow hikers to access either side of the lake. There is a desolate terrain with a very few houses overlooking the awesome canyon. The area attracts mountain bikers as well as mountain hikers."
Old Poway Park
Old Poway Park
4.8 (719 ratings)4.5 (116 ratings)
Bustling park offers a Saturday farmer’s market, vintage train rides, a museum & historic buildings.
14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA
ParkNature & ParksFarmers' marketHistorical society
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
4.7 (437 ratings)4.5 (44 ratings)
Preserve (name means "little cliffs") has trails across 3,500+ acres of Peñasquitos & Lopez canyons.
12020 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksCanyonsNature & Wildlife AreasState Parks
Mentioned by Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Beginner Hikes in San Diego
"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."

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Cardiff State Beach

Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
4.6 (360 ratings)
Long-standing upscale eatery known for a welcoming vibe & Californian fare with Continental touches.
956 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Californian restaurantAmerican restaurantBarFine dining restaurantFrench restaurantItalian restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
15 Essential San Diego Lunch Restaurants
"Reservations are recommended at this decades-old power lunch spot in the Gaslamp, famed for it’s continental flair and welcoming ambiance. In addition to the eatery's signature mussel bisque you can also fill up on gourmet sandwiches, soups and salads for around $8-$14. Larger entrées include wild mushroom risotto and a petite filet mignon."
Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
Best Restaurants in San Diego by Neighborhood - The Ultimate Foodie Guide
"956 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA(619) 231-6771Reserve a Table at Dobson’s Here$$$ | Historic | Reservations Recommended. Dobson’s Bar and Restaurant is an institution. Right in the heart of downtown, next to Horton Plaza, Dobson’s has been open since the early 80s."
Bronx Pizza
Bronx Pizza
4.7 (3467 ratings)
A simple menu of thin-crust pies & calzones lures longtime fans to this no-frills, cash-only joint.
111 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantRestaurant
Mamma Rosa Italian Restaurant
Mamma Rosa Italian Restaurant
4.8 (501 ratings)
Cozy mom-&-pop trattoria serving traditional Italian fare & wines by the bottle or the glass.
1773 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Italian restaurantPizza restaurant

Top Best Restaurants in Cardiff State Beach

Cute Cakes Bakery & Cafe
Cute Cakes Bakery & Cafe
4.5 (486 ratings)
345 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
BakeryCafeCake shopCoffee shopCupcake shopRestaurant
The Rabbit Hole
The Rabbit Hole
4.4 (990 ratings)
Upscale pub food & craft cocktails are served in a trendy setting with rabbit art & exposed beams.
3377 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
RestaurantBar
Encinitas Cafe
Encinitas Cafe
4.7 (526 ratings)
Old-fashioned diner with sidewalk seats for omelets, grilled sandwiches & down-home American mains.
531 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
CafeInternet cafeRestaurant
Mentioned by Your North County
20+ Diners in San Diego North County (Master List) | YNC
"The owners of Encinitas Cafe want to make sure you feel at home at their diner. They serve down-home classics like omelets, grilled sandwiches, and chicken-fried steak with top notch hospitality. Although the cafe has been a local favorite since 1989, there’s been a diner running at this location since the 1930’s."

Cheap Places to Eat in Cardiff State Beach

Minh Ky Restaurant
Minh Ky Restaurant
4.5 (488 ratings)
Compact eatery whipping up traditional Chinese specialties in spartan surroundings.
4644 El Cajon Blvd #101, San Diego, CA 92115, USA
Chinese restaurantChinese takeawayRestaurant
Mentioned by There San Diego
The Top Ten Chinese Takeout Restaurants In San Diego
"This hole-in-the-wall City Heights restaurant proves that looks can be deceiving. The food, which includes an assortment of egg noodle soups, rice noodle soups and practically any other Chinese dish you could imagine, is highly recommended by regulars. There are so many menu options that you could try something different every time and never run out of options or combinations!"
Asia Wok Chinese Food
Asia Wok Chinese Food
4.2 (427 ratings)
Open, sunlit counter serve for familiar Chinese dishes, stir-fries & some Japanese items.
342 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA 92114, USA
Chinese restaurant
Landon's: East Meets West
Landon's: East Meets West
4.4 (330 ratings)
1020 W San Marcos Blvd Suite 138, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA
New American restaurantFusion restaurantIndian restaurantPizza restaurantRestaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Cardiff State Beach

West Inn & Suites
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$303 /night
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4.5 (64 reviews)
Park Hyatt Aviara
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$635 /night
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4.3 (225 reviews)
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel
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$170 /night
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