Welcome to San Diego

California's Beach City

Where blue skies and friendly locals create a welcoming vibe

Beachside attitude, Big city excitement

With near perfect weather year-round, 70 miles of spectacular coastline, world-class attractions and a thriving urban core, complete with a sophisticated art, dining and nightlife scene, San Diego has earned the name California’s beach city.

Explore San Diego’s diverse coastal, urban and inland neighborhoods, each with its own flavor. Don’t miss sampling the areas signature Cali Baja cuisine or tasting one of the hundreds of craft beers and wines bottled in the region.

After a day at the beach or other outdoor adventure, head to the party downtown at one of the sizzling nightclubs or rooftop bars. If art and culture is your passion, you’ll find an exciting hub of creativity in San Diego. Often referred to as the “Smithsonian of the West,” Balboa Park features 17 museums, numerous galleries and performing arts venues as well as the San Diego Zoo.

It’s hard to find a better destination for families. Whether you love engaging with animals or thrill rides, building sandcastles or beach bonfires, there’s plenty to entertain the entire family from sun up to sun down.

Happiness is calling from San Diego, it’s time to answer the call and start planning your vacation now.

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25 Fun & Free things to do

Having fun in San Diego doesn't require a lot of money. Here's a list of fun things to do that requires no money at all.

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Find Your Perfect Beach

From surf centric to family friendly, from boardwalks to bonfires, find your perfect beach experience in San Diego.

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Balboa Park, The Cultural Heart of San Diego

Just minutes from downtown, explore the history, legacy, and future of this ever changing, always amazing cultural park.

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7 Things to Do Along Scenic California Highway 101

A favorite drive for locals and visitors alike, US Route 101, aka the Pacific Coast Highway, runs through San Diego beach towns along 70 miles of winding coastline from La Jolla to Oceanside.

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Ultimate Night Downtown

This Ultimate Night Downtown will guide a reader from happy hour to dinner, then maybe a craft cocktail lounge, a rooftop bar and finally a pulsing nightclub.

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Must-See California Theme Parks & Attractions

San Diego is packed with great things to see and do including these top theme parks and attractions.

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Extreme Sailing Series

Oct 18 - Oct 21, 2018

Escape to San Diego to be part of the ultimate Stadium Racing championship, the Extreme Sailing Series™.

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USA Ultimate National Championships

Oct 18 - Oct 21, 2018

The USA Ultimate National Championships represent the pinnacle of elite ultimate in North America and crowns champions in three divisions: men’s, mixed and women’s.

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2018 Guild Fest

Nov 3, 2018

Guild Fest is back for another year! Join the San Diego Brewers Guild and more than 60 independent breweries for 2018 Guild Fest, taking place at a new location— Embarcadero South in Downtown San Diego.

This annual event celebrates SD Beer Week and the independent brewing community that makes it all possible. The official kick-off party to San Diego Beer Week, Guild Fest will showcase new, exciting features, including delicious craft beer from San Diego and beyond, a pre-party harbor cruise, and more! Buy your tickets today and help raise funds for I Love a Clean San Diego and the San Diego Brewers Guild.

Boarding for the VIP Cruise will be just steps away from Guild Fest at Flagship Cruises & Events, Fifth Avenue Landing, 600 Convention Way, West Gate, San Diego, CA 92101

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Balboa Park December Nights

Dec 7 - Dec 8, 2018

Balboa Park December Nights brings families and friends together to spread holiday joy and kick-off the "most wonderful time of the year" with lights and more!

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Balboa Park, The Cultural Heart of San Diego

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Ultimate Night Downtown

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Extreme Sailing Series

Oct 18 - Oct 21, 2018

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USA Ultimate National Championships

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2018 Guild Fest

Nov 3, 2018

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Balboa Park December Nights

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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

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Book your next meeting or event at the Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Bayside valued at $10,000 and receive a Complimentary One-Night Stay and Two tickets to a San Diego Museum of your choice. ...

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130th Anniversary Offer

Hotel del Coronado

Valid: Jun 7 - ongoing

Join us in celebrating our 130th anniversary! Receive a $130 resort credit with any two-night stay in 2018. Stay a little longer and enjoy a $65 resort credit for each additional night. ...

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Surfing & Stand Up Paddleboard

Rob Machado

Surf-Scene Specialist

Australian-born, California-raised, pro surfer Rob Machado has spent most of his life atop a surfboard. Still one of surfing’s most iconic and beloved figures, he never strays too far from his favorite San Diego swells.

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Must-See California Theme Parks & Attractions

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San Diego is packed with great things to see and do including these top theme parks and attractions.

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Chef Brian Malarkey Interview

One of San Diego's Star Chefs

July 2010 Q&A with Brian Malarkey, executive chef of Searsucker, and as seen on TV as a contestant on Bravo’s Emmy-nominated series, Top Chef 3 Miami or hosting TLC’s Mega Bites and Kick Off Cook Off.

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Action Sports

A Brief History of Surf and Skate in San Diego

The Early Days of Boarding

Surfing and skating are both beloved sports on an international scale, but the action sports world wouldn’t be what it is today if it weren’t for San Diego. And San Diego wouldn’t be the same without surfing and skating. It’s a lifestyle that can be felt as much as experienced in this destination. It’s how San Diego rolls, and it’s been that way for a long, long time.

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Visitor planning guide

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