Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Del Mar Heights

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Del Mar Heights

La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Cove
4.8 (1188 ratings)4.5 (12342 ratings)
Popular with divers, this quaint beach houses permanent lifeguard stations, picnic tables & showers.
San Diego, CA 92037, USA
BeachOutdoor ActivitiesParks
Balboa Park
Balboa Park
4.8 (56270 ratings)4.5 (11675 ratings)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more.
San Diego, CA, USA
ParkFun & GamesHistory museumPlaygroundsGardens
Mentioned by UpgradedPoints.com
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"Balboa Park is more than just a green space in the city — it’s a cultural oasis — home to more than 17 museums, theaters, and the famous San Diego Zoo. There are several playgrounds and a miniature railroad to keep the kids entertained, and various restaurants and cafes to grab a bite to eat. The iconic botanical building is a lovely visit with thousands of plants and a lilypond."
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
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"Balboa Park is one of the most Instagrammable parks in San Diego!. While you’re there, don’t miss the lily pond!. This reflection pool is not your average little lily pond."
Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Seaport Village
Seaport Village
4.6 (18125 ratings)4 (4366 ratings)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Shopping mallShoppingPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego
4.7 (2737 ratings)4.5 (1598 ratings)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMaritime museumOutdoor activity organiserShipsSpecialty Museums
Stagecoach Community Park
Stagecoach Community Park
4.6 (285 ratings)4.5 (13 ratings)
28-acre town park offering a community center, playground & the ruins of a former stagecoach stop.
3420 Camino De Los Coches, Carlsbad, CA 92009, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Lindo Lake County Park
Lindo Lake County Park
4.4 (1223 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
12660 Lindo Ln, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Poinsettia Park
Poinsettia Park
4.6 (669 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings)
A park with a public tennis complex, athletic fields, grassy areas for picnics & a playground.
6600 Hidden Valley Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Early morning tennis at this spectacular 3 tiered tennis complex in Carlsbad. Now it's time for some real work @ Relevance 360 then Jim Crowley and I may take a hike or hang out!. Poinsettia Community Park truly has something the entire family can enjoy!"
Mt. Helix Park
Mt. Helix Park
4.8 (1211 ratings)4.5 (128 ratings)
High point offering views of San Diego, with a large amphitheater hosting plays, lectures & events.
4905 Mt Helix Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
South Embarcadero Park
South Embarcadero Park
4.6 (1490 ratings)4 (6 ratings)
Waterfront public park features fishing piers, bike paths, basketball courts & a concession stand.
200 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"A visit to the San Diego Harbor is not complete without a stroll through the Embarcadero Marina Park. Surrounded by the bay on three sides, the Embarcadero Marina provides an authentic San Diego experience complete with scenic views and fresh sea air. Visitors also get a chance to discover the loyalty and courage of many of our Naval Military personnel through various memorials and statues including the Aircraft Carrier Memorial, The Homecoming Statue, and the USS San Diego Memorial."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
15 Absolutely Free Things to Do in San Diego
"During the summer season, a variety of venues host free concerts from local, regional, and national artists. From the Coronado Summer Concerts in the Park to the La Jolla Concert by the Sea, there is an event planned for every week of the summer. At these free concerts, guests are invited to bring their own food, beverages, chairs, and towels for the ultimate concert experience."
Mentioned by Mapcarta
Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center
"Embarcadero Marina Park South is a park in San Diego, in the U.S. state of California. Embarcadero Marina Park South is situated 1 km northeast of Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center. Photo: jimmyweee, CC BY 2.0."

Cheap Places to Eat in Del Mar Heights

KFC
KFC
3.5 (217 ratings)
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides.
745 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
Chicken restaurantFast food restaurant
Killer Pizza From Mars
Killer Pizza From Mars
4.6 (263 ratings)
1040 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026, USA
Pizza restaurant
Roma Pizza & Grill
Roma Pizza & Grill
2.9 (66 ratings)
Family-run counter serve making pizzas & subs in standard surroundings with limited seating.
3081 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantDelivery Restaurant

Best Pastries in Del Mar Heights

Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
4.5 (394 ratings)
Quaint bakeshop featuring sweet treats & a selection of sandwiches & light meals to go.
7660 Fay Ave Suite I, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Brunch restaurantBakeryBreakfast restaurantCake shopCoffee shopCookie shopLunch restaurantPastry shopPie shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
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"7660 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037(858) 274-1733Save Your Seat ASAP$$ | Bakery | Brunch Restaurant. This awesome spot is home to Food Network’s Chef Maeve. She won Holiday Baking Championship and has been featured on other Food Network shows."
Lani Coffee
Lani Coffee
4.5 (293 ratings)
Mainland outpost of Hawaiian coffee stalwart for espresso drinks, tea & smoothies in a cheery space.
101 Market St #100, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCake shopHawaiian restaurantJuice shopTakeout RestaurantPastry shop
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
4.5 (1751 ratings)
A branch of the LA chain offering creative plant-based fare, juices, beer & wine in hip, clean digs.
1980 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Vegan restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopHealth food restaurantJuice shopPastry shopRestaurantVegetarian restaurant

Best Hiking Trails near Del Mar Heights

Kit Carson Park
Kit Carson Park
4.6 (2024 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings)
Park with many hiking trails, 3 ponds & several sports fields, plus a 5-acre arboretum.
3333 Bear Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
ParkFun & GamesDisc golf coursePlaygroundsGardensNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Mentioned by lyft.com
Top 7 Most Visited Parks in Escondido
"The park was named after Christopher (Kit) Carson, the famous scout who guided Captain John C. Fremont over the Sierra Nevada Mountains during a government exploration expedition. The City of Escondido acquired the land for its largest regional park from the City of San Diego in 1967. Address:3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025"
Hosp Grove Park
Hosp Grove Park
4.4 (391 ratings)4 (27 ratings)
Winding through a eucalyptus tree grove, this trail with elevations of 100 feet offers ocean vistas.
Jefferson St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
ParkNature & ParksHiking Trails
Mentioned by Hidden San Diego
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"Hosp Grove was founded by a group of investors called The Hosp Eucalyptus Corp in 1908. They planted 219 acres of trees in this Carlsbad grove hoping they could be harvested & sold to the Santa Fe Railroad as railroad ties. Much of the grove has been sold off, but what remains are fun, forested trails with plenty of inclines and twists & turns."
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
4.7 (684 ratings)4.5 (26 ratings)
Wild 700-acre canyon habitat for myriad flora & fauna, with hiking trails & guided tours.
16275 Espola Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Hiking areaNature & ParksHiking Trails

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Del Mar Heights

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