Near It All Guidebook - San Diego
Drinks & Nightlife
Good food and people. Trendy spot. Tiki bar (False Idol) is straight ahead when you walk inside (must get on the list)
151 locals recommend
Craft & Commerce
675 W Beech StGood food and people. Trendy spot. Tiki bar (False Idol) is straight ahead when you walk inside (must get on the list)
Waterfront Bar & Grill
2044 Kettner BlvdOldest bar in San Diego (dive bar).
barleymash
600 Fifth AveTourist hot spot - often packed. DJ in the evening.
Seven Grand San Diego
3054 University AveGreat whiskey selection.
Kettner Exchange
2001 Kettner BlvdTrendy bar/nightclub.
Tiki bar within Craft and Commerce. Make a reservation or get on the list.
47 locals recommend
False Idol
675 W Beech StTiki bar within Craft and Commerce. Make a reservation or get on the list.
The Tipsy Crow
770 Fifth Ave3 levels of bars!
Sightseeing
Cabrillo National Monument Visitor Center
1800 Cabrillo Memorial DrGreat view of San Diego.
Arts & Culture
The San Diego Museum of Art
1450 El PradoGreat collection of natural history if you want to add this stop on your tour of Balboa Park! You can get an explorer pass that gives you access to multiple museums and spots in the park!
99 locals recommend
San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El PradoGreat collection of natural history if you want to add this stop on your tour of Balboa Park! You can get an explorer pass that gives you access to multiple museums and spots in the park!
Parks & Nature
Japanese Friendship Garden
2215 Pan American Rd EBeautiful Japanese garden with water features.
Meditation Gardens
215 W K StPretty garden with fantastic ocean cliff views.
Coronado Beach
One of the best beaches in the world. Has a dog beach section.
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadGreat hiking spot.
You'll need a permit (go online to reserve). On an Indian Reservation the trail ends at the punch bowl (waterfall with a basin).
22 locals recommend
Cedar Creek Falls Trailhead
15519 Thornbush RdYou'll need a permit (go online to reserve). On an Indian Reservation the trail ends at the punch bowl (waterfall with a basin).
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdCatch the sea lions and grab a kayak from a local rent shop.
Food Scene
Buona Forchetta - South Park
3001 Beech StGreat Italian.
Le Parfait Paris
555 G StFrench cafe.
URBN North Park
3085 University AvePizza and beer!
South Park
Walk to all the coffee spots, shops, and restaurants in South Park!
Best steak in San Diego and fantastic drinks. Make a reservation on OpenTable before going.
124 locals recommend
Born and Raised
1909 India StBest steak in San Diego and fantastic drinks. Make a reservation on OpenTable before going.
Rated one of the best food trucks in the U.S. I often get the beef shawarma.
9 locals recommend
Shawarma Guys
3012 Grape StreetRated one of the best food trucks in the U.S. I often get the beef shawarma.
North Italia
3715 Caminito CtGreat spot for a bite if after shopping at the mall.
Entertainment & Activities
Cinema Under The Stars
4040 Goldfinch StSan Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Dr