Over 33 beaches line the San Diego coastline, and by order of the county, all of them are open to the public year-round. For the best of the beaches in San Diego, try Mission Beach, Coronado Beach, or La Jolla. Mission Beach has whale watching, jogging, and the famous Belmont Park with its amusement park rides, and Coronado Beach is both beautiful and famous for being the site of where Marilyn Monroe shot her Some Like It Hot. La Jolla is actually a great day trip because it’s a charming little suburb of San Diego with great restaurants and area shopping, keeping you entertained for hours or days—whichever best suits you.
There’s the Coronado Summer Concert Series in Speckels Park, which hosts free concerts every Sunday evening throughout the season. The first and third Sundays also play host to local area artists who display and sell their work by the walkway.
Other great outdoor events in San Diego include the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in June, where thousands of runners unite in Balboa Park to run to various popular San Diego destinations and rock out while bands play at various points along the course. It’s some of the best fun under the southern Californian sun this side of the Mississippi, whether you’re into running or not.
Tours & Tickets
Skip the Line: USS Midway Museum
Experience life at sea without leaving port by visiting the USS Midway Museum, San Diego's newest visitor attraction. A visit to this historic naval aircraft ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: Flexible
San Diego Tour: Hop-on Hop-off Trolley
Discover San Diego at your leisure with a one-or two-day ticket on the Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: Varies
San Diego Harbor Cruise
Take a 1- or 2-hour relaxing harbor cruise through the bay of San Diego, featuring unforgettable views of San Diego's skyline. This fully narrated tour will ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: Varies
Small-Group San Diego Afternoon Sailing Excursion
Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour! This three-hour adventure on a Catalina-style sailboat is limited to just six people, allowing you a ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure
Experience the thrill of driving your own speed boat on a guided and narrated tour around San Diego's Harbor. You’ll navigate and captain your own speed boat ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise and Maritime Museum Entry
Jump on board the world-famous America sailing schooner for a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. The only whale-watching sailing trip in San ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
San Diego Champagne Brunch Cruise
There's no better way to relax and enjoy San Diego! Take in the sights, listen to relaxing music, linger in the sun and visit the captain. Indulge in a lavish ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina-style sailboat is limited ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
San Diego Food and Wine Cruise
Silently cruise the calm waters of Mission Bay aboard our luxurious and eco-friendly Duffy Electric Boat. On board guests enjoy a selection of artisan cheese ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Original Sea Cave Kayak Tour for Two
The Original Sea Cave Kayak Tour (90 Minutes in Length) offers unforgettable guided tours through the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. Each tour is lead by ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
