Activities

On the Water

Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Kayaks, sailboats, wakeboards, waterskis, stand up paddleboards and more! Rentals and classes.
1001 Santa Clara Place, 858-488-1000

Ride the Bahia Belle

Take a steamboat cruise across the bay. Nightly with bar and live music on board.
Catamaran Hotel, 858-488-1081

Belmont Park

Ride the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, mini-golf, rides, arcade, carousel and more. Free parking
3146 Mission Blvd, 858-228-9283

Parks & Playgrounds

Kate Sessions Park

Postcard-gorgeous sloping hill with views of downtown, dog friendly, with live music in the summer.

Scripps Park

Grassy coastal park in La Jolla. The most photographed spot in San Diego. Keep an eye out for seals. La Jolla Village.

Kellogg Park

Great playground steps from the sand. Large parking lot. Wide sidewalk and cute main street to stroll. La Jolla Shores.

Fanuel Park

Another nice area for kids, with playground and endless bay views. Mission Bay.

Shopping

PB Farmer's Market

Every Tuesday, 2 - 7 pm. Fresh fruit and vegetables, meats and cheeses, gifts and music.
Garnet and Bayard, 619-233-3901

La Jolla Farmer's Market

Every Sunday, 9 am - 1 pm. Best in the area, 150 vendors, playground, music.
Girard and Genter, 858-454-1699

Movie Theaters

AMC La Jolla 12

Large, comfortable, reclining chairs with moving armrests. Reserve in advance online.
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, 858-458-1098

The Lot La Jolla

Fancy pants luxury theater. They will serve you wine at your seat.
7611 Fay Ave, 858-777-0069

South Bay Drive In

A drive-in theater, its the real deal. Two movies per ticket. (25 min drive).
2170 Coronado Ave (Imperial Beach), 619-423-2727

And More...

Balboa Park museums & San Diego Zoo
Coronado Island and the famous Hotel Del
Del Mar Fairgrounds and Race Track
Gaslamp District / Downtown
La Jolla Cove and Shores
Little Italy restaurants and nightlife
Mexican culture and cuisine in Old Town
San Diego Padres at Petco Park
Whale Watching (December - April)
Safari Park / Wild Animal Park

Temecula Wine Country
More than 30 beautiful wineries to explore (60 miles)

Julian (65 miles)
Historic mining town and famous apple pies

Tijuana Mexico (30 miles)
Shopping, culture and adventure

Catalina Island (60 miles)
1 hour ferry from Dana Point

Disneyland (70 miles)
The happiest place on earth!

Los Angeles (120 miles)
Santa Monica, Hollywood, Universal Studios

Palm Springs (140 miles)
Relaxing desert escape for pools, spas, architecture, Joshua Tree National Park

Or turn off computer and go to the beach! Walk out the front door and turn left.