Plan Your Trip

  1. Three people in casual summer clothing and roller derby gear stand on a boardwalk at sunset, holding helmets and wearing knee and elbow pads.
    San Diego's healthy SoCal lifestyle keeps you active during the day, so you look fabulous at night. With 70 miles of beautiful coastline, and diverse terrain, San Diego offers outdoor recreation galore, from swimming at one of the world's most beautiful gay beaches to kayaking along La Jolla Cove to...
  2. Two men sit on blue chairs at an outdoor lounge, smiling and holding drinks, with trees and a view of the ocean in the background.
    Hillcrest has always been known for good food. The epicenter of the LGBTQ+ community could arguably be considered San Diego's first foodie neighborhood. Before the tide of craft breweries, artisanal doughnuts and design-conscious bistros, the area offered a wide variety of tastes, cultures and price points. Hillcrest — along with...
  3. Six people stand on a grassy bluff at the Torrey Pines Gliderport in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego, facing the ocean with arms raised as they watch a paraglider flying over the water under a clear blue sky.
    We’ve asked some of the most respected local experts from key communities here to share their passions and picks and offer deep dives into the best of San Diego.
  4. Discover San Diego's Holiday Spirit
    Start a new holiday tradition the whole family can enjoy! San Diego has got you covered with holiday parades both on and off the water, plus colorful light displays and festivals full of good food, music and much more. So head to San Diego this season, where you're sure to...
  5. Happy couple walking across a sky bridge at the San Diego International Airport
    Flying into San Diego, passengers are treated to stunning views of Balboa Park, Downtown and San Diego Bay on their descent to San Diego International Airport. The main gateway for travelers coming to San Diego, the airport is conveniently located just minutes from Downtown and serviced by nearly 20 major...
  6. Crowds at the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park enjoying the Noel Noel concert during a night under the skies of San Diego
    As fall turns to winter, we’re setting our sights on holiday fun, San Diego-style. San Diego's arts and culture groups offer scores of holiday-themed activities and events that celebrate all San Diego has to offer during November and December.
  7. Holiday and Christmas Pop-Up Bars in San Diego
    'Tis the season to put on your flip-flops and Santa hat before heading to these Christmas pop-up bars to celebrate the holidays with over-the-top decorations, cocktails named after your favorite Christmas characters and plenty of festive fun.
  8. Historic Santa Fe Depot with Spanish-style architecture in front of modern high-rise buildings and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
    Travelers along the West Coast and beyond can book a seat or berth on a Pacific Surfliner train and enjoy great coastal views and a relaxing ride. While in San Diego, you can also use the region's San Diego Trolley, SPRINTER and COASTER trains to explore the region by rail.
  9. Día de los Muertos
    Honor lost loved ones and immerse yourself in traditional and authentic Mexican Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations throughout San Diego.