Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Solana Beach

"Start the day in Balboa Park and try to get there early because this park is HUGE (and by huge I mean there is a freeway and several other roads running through it). Balboa park isn’t just green space, its packed with the best of San Diego’s museums and you’ll want to do some pre-planning to decide which museums you want to see in the time available (half a day). I’m a space and science nerd so I made a beeline for the Air and Space Museum."

"Not only does Timken Museum house American, French and Russian works of art, but it’s one of the most important Mid-Century buildings in San Diego. Find it in the Plaza de Panama. (Location: Balboa Park)"

"Balboa Park is one of the largest urban cultural parks in the United States. It has been home to a pair of world's fairs, and many of the buildings here were built for these expositions.[Learn more]"

"Formerly known as Giulio's of Pacific Beach, Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant has been providing guests with authentic, high-quality Italian food since 1961. The specialty here is the shrimp scampi, but the menu also offers a good assortment of delectable appetizers, freshly made salads, meat entrees, and other seafood dishes. There are also a number of specialty pasta dishes that the restaurant makes from scratch; gluten-free substitutions are offered for some of these dishes."

"Very very very pathetic experience with veg Biryani and gobhi Manchurian, we had ordered through Uber eat.. I would give -1 if option was there More reviews"

"Check the calendar for weekly live music performances from all genres and other regular events at Boar Cross'n!. They have theme parties, like Irish breakfast on Sunday mornings and happy hour all day on Wednesdays: you will never get bored at Boar Cross´n."

"The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa can be found in San Diego’s relaxed Pacific Beach neighborhood. This oceanfront resort is conveniently located near many of San Diego’s tourist attractions, like the city’s renowned zoo or Legoland California, but families who want to “get away from it all” will never have to leave the hotel for a true sun and surf vacation. Outdoor movies, an arcade filled with classic games, and exotic bird shows are some of the hotel’s many on-site attractions."

"This tropical-themed resort is great fun for children, who will love it for its tiki-inspired décor, large swimming pool and friendly exotic wildlife. Located on a lovely strip of beach on Mission Bay, close to the bustling Pacific Boardwalk, it’s a peaceful spot to experience the beauty of San Diego’s coastline."

"The Catamaran Spa is located in the extremely family-friendly Catamaran Resort on Mission Bay. The world-class spa has views of Mission Bay, including from the waterfront therapy pool. The vibe is South Pacific and Asian-inspired with treatments featuring exclusive marine and botanical-based products."

"San Diego's monument to sports and fitness, this 4,600-acre aquatic park has 27 miles of shoreline including 19 miles of sandy beaches."

"Located in Balboa Park, the Japanese Friendship Garden is a relaxing spot to spend an afternoon in San Diego. The garden was built to represent the friendship between San Diego and its sister city in Japan, Yokohama, and provides a unique and chilled out experience for visitors. Besides its zen atmosphere and impressive garden and architecture designs, the Japanese Friendship Garden hosts regular events throughout the year, such as yoga classes, meditation sessions, and the San Diego Sake Day."

"Feel the beauty of the waterfalls and greenery as you stroll the pathways of the Japanese Friendship Garden. Skip right past the entrance fee the third Tuesday of every month. As well, explore the Japanese rock garden and take in the current indoor display."

"The Garden originated as a teahouse during the 1915–16 Panama-California Exposition and now lies on two acres near the Spreckels Organ Pavilion."

"Within Old Town don’t miss Casa de Estudillo, which is one of the few original buildings (many are reproductions), Whaley House and Museum, which is believed to be haunted and Junípero Serra Museum, literally the place where California began. You can get more information here."

"Built in 1825 to house one of San Diego’s earliest families, the building is reputed to be haunted by the ghosts of prior residents."

"Previously owned and established by screen actor Leo Carrillo who portrayed the role of Pancho; Cisco’s sidekick in the western television show called “The Cisco Kid. This luscious 27-acre ranch is now owned and maintained by the City of Carlsbad and connects to the citywide trails system via the 4-mile long Rancho Carrillo trail."

"Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park was opened nearly two decades ago and was once a working ranch owned by the actor it’s named after. The park is part historic attraction and part preserved natural area. It comprises nearly 30 acres that include original adobe outbuildings, windmills, cultivated gardens, and ponds."

"Tucked away in an old undeveloped valley in southeast Carlsbad stands 27 acres of an old Spanish-style ranch currently under the property of Carlsbad City. Discovered in 1985, “Carlsbad’s Sleeping Beauty” serves as a Historical Landmark and is listed on the National Register of historic places."