Mychelle's Guidebook
Sightseeing
There is so much culture to experience and see at Balboa Park from museums, art, and gardens to restaurants, festivals, and outdoor concerts. It’s right next to the San Diego Zoo and there are many free things to do and see there.
3290 locals recommend
Balboa Park
There is so much culture to experience and see at Balboa Park from museums, art, and gardens to restaurants, festivals, and outdoor concerts. It’s right next to the San Diego Zoo and there are many free things to do and see there.
Sunset Cliffs
Great place to catch a beautiful sunset in San Diego!
Breathtaking views of San Diego and a veteran memorial on top of the mountain. You can see downtown, the beaches, and the mountains. Great place to catch a sunrise or sunset.
270 locals recommend
Soledad Mountain
Breathtaking views of San Diego and a veteran memorial on top of the mountain. You can see downtown, the beaches, and the mountains. Great place to catch a sunrise or sunset.
J Street
J StreetNice park with views of the bay. You can fish off the pier or take a nice stroll.
Old Town is a historical district rich in culture, activities for all ages, and unique dining and shopping experiences.
1070 locals recommend
Old Town
Old Town is a historical district rich in culture, activities for all ages, and unique dining and shopping experiences.
Food scene
TJ Oyster Bar
4410 Bonita RoadGreat smoked tuna fries and tacos! Good local happy hour spot.
Holy Paleta
4230 Bonita RdSuper close by. A new local favorite to get trendy popsicles!
This is a hidden gem in Bonita. Really authentic, delicious Mexican food and a cute restaurant. Great margaritas!
9 locals recommend
Murrieta's Mexican Restaurant
5170 Bonita RdThis is a hidden gem in Bonita. Really authentic, delicious Mexican food and a cute restaurant. Great margaritas!
Super close and yummy breakfast and brunch spot (but they also serve lunch and dinner). Tasty omelettes, pancakes, salads, wraps and more!
7 locals recommend
Franco's Flapjack Family Restaurant
4164 Bonita RdSuper close and yummy breakfast and brunch spot (but they also serve lunch and dinner). Tasty omelettes, pancakes, salads, wraps and more!
Shopping
Great place to souvenir and vintage shop and eat! Best fish tacos at the end of the street (South Beach Bar - not kid friendly) and waffle ice cream sandwiches right next door.
11 locals recommend
Newport Avenue
Newport AvenueGreat place to souvenir and vintage shop and eat! Best fish tacos at the end of the street (South Beach Bar - not kid friendly) and waffle ice cream sandwiches right next door.
Las Americas Premium Outlets
4211 Camino De La PlazaGreat deals if you’re a shopper!
Night Life
The place to experience night life in San Diego. Lots of vibrant bars, clubs, restaurants and shops ready to welcome you to San Diego.
1208 locals recommend
Gaslamp Quarter
The place to experience night life in San Diego. Lots of vibrant bars, clubs, restaurants and shops ready to welcome you to San Diego.
Kid Friendly
Great place for school aged children. Lots of hands on, educational activities and experiences to stimulate your child’s senses.
115 locals recommend
The New Children’s Museum
200 W Island AveGreat place for school aged children. Lots of hands on, educational activities and experiences to stimulate your child’s senses.
Play City
871 Showroom PlFun, clean indoor playground for the littles!
Sesame Place San Diego
2052 Entertainment CircleSuper local water park, fun for all ages!