I’m in San Diego for 2 more full days with my adult daughter. She’s been here for 4 days at a conference and has already been to the Gas Light Quarter and run every day through Balboa Park. We’re now in La Jolla and have done the cliff walk and will go to the Safari Park. Any other ideas? We like being outside and are fit. We also like museums and history.
Thanks!
Posted by
Colorado Springs
3010 posts
If the weather is sunny maybe drive over the bridge and visit the Hotel Del Coronado, have lunch, and perhaps a walk (or run) along one of the prettiest stretches of beach that you'll ever see.
Posted by
Twin Cities, Minnesota
2014 posts
I agree with Coronado, but also just a walk around the museum and conservatory area of Balboa Park is great. There are so many things to do in Balboa Park and the buildings left over from the 1915 Panama Canal Exhibition are wonderful. I prefer the zoo to the Safari Park, but that is partly because the botanical collection is unmatched. I also would recommend going to Shelter Island or Mission Bay and walking there.
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You haven’t gone to the zoo? Oh man, the zoo is absolutely incredible. That was my favorite day there. Going out to Point Loma is pretty cool too. Mostly driving, but an amazing view. Midway Museum is great, even if it’s not quite your thing it’s a unique experience.
Posted by
San Diego
22 posts
If you are active I strongly suggesting hiking Torrey Pines. You can park at the beach and hike up ans see tremendous views.
Posted by
Portland, OR
378 posts
All of the above are great suggestions! I love the zoo and you will definitely get some walking in there. Or Coronado Island - make sure to go through the hotel. Lots of choices.
Posted by
Barcelona + Sweden
4184 posts
You could visit the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in La Jolla. It's really nice as it's perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean. The interactive aquarium showcases sea life from a variety of marine ecosystems from around the world.
Posted by
OP
1608 posts
I knew I can count on this forum for great suggestions. Thank you for great ideas!
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15794 posts
If you have a car, Mission San Juan Capistrano is the most beautiful of all the California missions, in my opinion.
Posted by
Washington DC Region, USA
7054 posts
Old Town San Diego Historic Park - great combination of history, food, entertainment in a compact space
http://www.oldtownsandiegoguide.com/history.html
Torrey Pines State Reserve is also gorgeous to hike.
https://torreypine.org/reserveinfo/
Posted by
Placentia, CA
1076 posts
If you have an extra hour, drive out to Point Loma for a great view of San Diego, the harbor with it’s Naval Base, and the Pacific Ocean. You are higher than the jets flying into Lindberg Field Airport.