Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Hillcrest

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Hillcrest

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 San Diego 1 day itinerary
1 Day San Diego Itinerary for First Timers
"Movie theaters include the Gaslamp Stadium 15 and the UA Horton Plaza; and if it's baseball season, you can catch a Padre game at the spectacular Petco Park. Book a trip today and make your first visit to San Diego a memorable one!. Beaches, parks, countless shopping and dining options, and a buzzing nightlife scene, what more could you ask for!"
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Must-Visit Attractions in San Diego
"The San Diego Padres play at Petco Park, which you can find downtown. Thanks to the year-round sun, a ball game is usually a good excuse to sit outside at any point in the season. If baseball isn’t your thing, though, the stadium also hosts a variety of other sports and concerts."
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 Tripster Travel Guide
15 Absolutely Free Things to Do in San Diego
"Trek through the history of California’s birthplace at Old Town, San Diego’s first downtown. There is a distinct feeling of Old Mexico within this 6-block, 12-acre park, with historical sites covering shops, restaurants, museums, preserved adobe buildings and more. It’s easily one of the most authentic free things to do in San Diego."
Mentioned by y Travel Blog
16 Awesome (& Free) Things to do in San Diego With Kids
"Looking for historic places to visit in San Diego with kids?. Old Town is one of the top San Diego points of interest. San Diego County is not just about the amazing beaches and delicious food."
Mission Bay
Mission Bay
4.5 (555 ratings)
Centered on its namesake waterway, the Mission Bay neighborhood is more than 50% water and known for SeaWorld, which has rides, aquariums, and animal shows. A huge manmade water sports zone, popular for sailing and kitesurfing, occupies the western bay. Stand-up paddleboarders ply the calm waters off Fiesta Island, a peninsular park with a long beach. To the north, salt marsh preserves attract wading birds.
San Diego, CA, USA
Nature & ParksBeaches
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"San Diego's monument to sports and fitness, this 4,600-acre aquatic park has 27 miles of shoreline including 19 miles of sandy beaches."
Resurrection Lutheran Church
Resurrection Lutheran Church
5 (5 ratings)3 (1 ratings)
1111 5th St, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
ChurchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
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]"
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."
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
4.8 (1815 ratings)4.5 (959 ratings)
Interpretive center commemorating a group of Mormons in the Army during the Mexican-American War.
2510 Juan St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistorical societyReligious organizationTourist information centerHistoric Sites

Best Cookies in Hillcrest

Sprinkles La Jolla
Sprinkles La Jolla
4.2 (232 ratings)
8855 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
BakeryCake shopCookie shopDessert shop
Uncle Biffs California Killer Cookies
Uncle Biffs California Killer Cookies
4.5 (200 ratings)
Using natural ingredients, this bakery prepares gourmet cookies in over a dozen flavors.
650 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Cookie shopFood manufacturer
Mentioned by hoodline.com
San Diego's top 5 bakeries, ranked
"Finally, over in Hillcrest, check out Uncle Biff's Killer Cookies, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 738 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bakery at 650 University Ave. (between Sixth and Seventh avenues). This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor."
The Good Stuff Cookie Co
The Good Stuff Cookie Co
4.3 (27 ratings)
5725 Kearny Villa Rd Suite H, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
Cookie shop
Mentioned by Spoon University
25 Epic Desserts in San Diego to Eat Before You Die
"Located in Downtown San Diego, this cookie shop is doing something new. All their cookies are cheesecake-filled and sold in mason jars. They can pack all three of their top sellers, Original Cheesecake, Chocolate Cheesecake, and Snickerdoodle Cheesecake, into one mason jar."

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Hillcrest

Liberty Call Distilling
Liberty Call Distilling
4.9 (25 ratings)5 (4 ratings)
1985 National Ave Suite 1131, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
RestaurantFood & DrinkBreweryBrewpubBrunch restaurantCocktail barDistilleryTapas barWine bar
Burning Beard Brewing Co.
Burning Beard Brewing Co.
4.7 (250 ratings)4.5 (4 ratings)
785 Vernon Way, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
BreweryFood & Drink
Bay City Brewing Co Tasting Room
Bay City Brewing Co Tasting Room
4.8 (10 ratings)
627 Eighth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by The Dana on Mission Bay Blog
The Best Breweries in San Diego | The Dana on Mission Bay
"First established in 1912, Bay City can count itself among the city’s oldest continuously operating beer centers. With a mix of always-on-tap beers and “brand-new today” creations, there’s always something new to try here. And if you like what you’re drinking, Bay City also offers six-packs and growlers to go."

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Hillcrest

Duffs Doggz
Duffs Doggz
4.7 (374 ratings)
Hot dog stand with a menu of classic & vegetarian options, plus sidewalk seating.
12047 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
Fast food restaurant
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat Good Fast Food in San Diego, CA
"The guy who just took my order was so rude, idk if it was cause I'm Hispanic but he was so nice to everyone else there asking about their day, but w..."
Carl's Jr.
Carl's Jr.
3.7 (602 ratings)
Fast-food chain known for its variety of piled-high burgers & meal combos, plus shakes.
3381 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Fast food restaurantHamburger restaurant
McDonald's
McDonald's
3.5 (541 ratings)
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
North Island Naval Air Station, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Fast food restaurantBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopHamburger restaurantRestaurantSandwich shop

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Hillcrest

Ocean Breeze 2 Apts
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$285 /night
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista, an IHG Hotel
Hotel
$244 /night
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4.0 (1241 reviews)
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
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$109 /night
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