Leisure Travelers

  1. A vintage wood-paneled station wagon is parked in front of the California Surf Museum building on a sunny day.
    Founded in 1986, California Surf Museum: The First 25 Years is a brief look at where the museum started and its growth through the past 25 years, showcasing some special donations, including the popular Plastic Fantastic as seen on The American Pickers. The California Surf Museum's history is defined by...
  2. Several people sit at tables and barstools inside a modern bar with a well-lit counter, large liquor display, and television screens above the bar.
    Find the best in Gaslamp District bars here at San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter. Latitude Lounge is a welcoming watering hole frequented by – and named by – residents of Downtown San Diego. A locals' favorite among bars in the Gaslamp, Latitude Lounge offers an inviting atmosphere and an array...
  3. Aerial view of a large resort hotel with a central pool, surrounded by landscaped gardens, adjacent to a green golf course with sand bunkers and trees.
    Escape to Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines overlooking the world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course & Pacific Ocean. Relax in your coastal designed room while taking in the beauty that is La Jolla. All guest rooms feature a private balcony or patio with expansive views of the legendary Torrey Pines Golf...
  4. A large, historic two-story house with brick and stucco exterior, several windows, green awnings, and a well-kept lawn in front.
    If a historic resource in San Diego is threatened with destruction, who do you call? The obvious answer is Save Our Heritage Organisation (SOHO). The reason is that SOHO is the most successful advocate for historical preservation in the San Diego region. Since 1969 SOHO has grown from a small...
  5. White two-story building with green trim and arched windows, landscaped garden, and a sign reading "1906 Lodge" near the entrance.
    1906 Lodge has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Hotels For Romance in The U.S. and won Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2020. The 1906 Lodge sits just across the bay from San Diego and has a peacefulness and splendor you'll be craving for years to come...
  6. A brightly lit urban building stands at a street corner at dusk as cars create light trails; high-rise buildings and a colorful sunset sky are visible in the background.
    Extend your experience and explore like a local Our central location invites you to explore Downtown's historic Gaslamp Quarter and the surrounding neighborhoods to get a true feel for what San Diego has to offer. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, our friendly and accommodating staff is ready...
  7. A waterfront restaurant table is set with blue napkins, glassware, and a flower centerpiece, overlooking a marina with numerous docked boats.
    Step into the Blue Wave Bar & Grill at the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina, and celebrate a taste of what makes San Diego, California, a coastal paradise. The Blue Wave Bar & Grill, in the heart of San Diego's Hawaiian Isle, offers panoramic marina and hillside...
  8. A whale breaches near a tour boat filled with people watching, with a coastal town and hills in the background.
    Year around whale watching cruises view many varieties of whales including the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length (during the summer and fall months), finback whales, grey whales (winter and spring months), minke whales, humpback whales, several types of dolphin, seals and all sorts of other...
  9. A large group of people gathered outside Fullbrook Winery Café at The Epicure and Culinary Center, with modern architecture and outdoor lighting.
    With the warmth of a wine cellar and the urban energy of downtown, the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center is San Diego's premier food and wine destination venue. Whether you're planning a private dinner or reception, team building activity, group presentation or business meeting, our team of wine and...
  10. An empty, white room with large windows offering a panoramic ocean view, palm trees, and clear blue sky outside.
    The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) invites all audiences to experience our world, our region, and ourselves through the prism of contemporary art. Explore our collection galleries and the special exhibition For Dear Life: Art, Medicine, and Disability through February 2, 2025. You may also enjoy the museum's...