Whether you're shopping for yourself or hoping to bring home a special gift for a loved one, San Diego has you covered. The key is to find those unique items that create lasting memories. Check out these 12 hidden gems to achieve exactly that!

San Diego's not just about the beaches (as beautiful as they are): We've got big-time sports, too! Check out what makes the city such a prime-time player in baseball, soccer, hoops and a whole lot more.

Along La Jolla's rocky points and reefs in the space of a few short miles, you'll encounter peaceful bays and pounding surf, offshore kelp and near shore tide pools, sea caves and seal rookeries, sparkling azure water and gleaming white beaches.

There's a good reason why La Jolla is known as "The Jewel" of San Diego. From its gleaming beaches to its bistros and boutiques, La Jolla is most certainly a gem. There is a lot to experience in this coastal urban oasis, from the seafloor to the waves, caves, streets, and eats; it's a don't miss San Diego neighborhood.