Best Rated Movie Theaters in San Diego

We've collected top 10 mentioned theaters in San Diego from other articles such as Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, New York Times' 36 hours column, Marc Lyman.

Best Rated Movie Theaters in San Diego

La Jolla Playhouse
La Jolla Playhouse
4.8 (346 ratings)4.5 (194 ratings)
Famous professional, non-profit theater producing classic & modern plays & musicals.
2910 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsArts organizationAuditoriumNon-profit organizationTheaters
Lamb's Players Theatre
Lamb's Players Theatre
4.8 (383 ratings)4.5 (175 ratings)
This iconic theater hosts 5 productions each year on an intimate 350-seat stage.
1142 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Coronado Playhouse
Coronado Playhouse
4.6 (140 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings)
Local theater venue featuring classic & modern plays & musicals on a small, cabaret-style stage.
1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Balboa Theatre
Balboa Theatre
4.7 (1075 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings)
Restored 1924 movie palace presents concerts, plays & other live performances in 1,300-seat theater.
868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Spreckels Theatre
Spreckels Theatre
4.5 (473 ratings)4 (36 ratings)
Classic, early-20th-century theatrical venue hosting ballets, musicals, comedians & symphonies.
121 Broadway #600, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsAuditoriumTheaters
The Old Globe
The Old Globe
4.8 (908 ratings)4.5 (490 ratings)
Longtime theater with shows ranging from Shakespeare & classic musicals to first-run new plays.
1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsEvent venueTheaters
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Spreckels Organ Pavilion
4.7 (698 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Home to the world's largest outdoor pipe organ, this venue hosts year-round concerts & other events.
2125 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"The 2,400-bench-seat pavilion, dedicated in 1915 by sugar magnates John D. and Adolph B. Spreckels, holds the 4,518-pipe Spreckels Organ,…"
The Observatory North Park
The Observatory North Park
4.5 (2092 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Restored circa-1939 theater has a red-decked cathedral hall for live music, plays, films & more.
2891 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Live music venueConcerts & ShowsConcert hallEvent venuePerforming arts theaterTheaters
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
4.4 (7 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
Library devoted to music & art-book collections, with a school of the arts for concerts & classes.
1008 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
LibraryConcerts & ShowsArt schoolTheaters

Top Rated Parks to Visit in San Diego

Centennial Park
Centennial Park
4.8 (1503 ratings)4.5 (40 ratings)
Sweeping panoramas from an expansive lawn with benches, a rose garden & a small beach.
1101 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Spanish Landing Park
Spanish Landing Park
4.6 (782 ratings)4 (21 ratings)
Waterfront park boasting retro picnic pavilions, paths & a playground, plus a bell tower.
3900 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
100 FREE Things to Do in San Diego, CA: Fun Museums, Attractions, Tours & More
"You can take a break here on a layover or if staying at one of the San Diego Airport hotels because this fun area is across the street from the airport. You’ll find a small sandy beach (the only along the bay), picnic tables, public art, a play structure, and panoramic views. (Location: Downtown)"
Mentioned by California Beaches
San Diego Zoo, San Diego, CA
"Spanish Landing Park is a long narrow park along busy North Harbor Drive in San Diego. This park is near San Diego International Airport and the Harbor Island Marina."
Palm Trees Garden
Palm Trees Garden
401 K St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Park
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
49 Most Instagrammable Places in San Diego in 2021
"Ocean Beach is a thriving seaside beach community with plenty of charm. Watching the sunset over the water at Ocean Beach is a spectacular sight to see. It is also the perfect time to take those spectacular, perfectly-lit “golden hour” shots along the beach’s palm tree-lined road."

Best Family Restaurants in San Diego

Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's The Steakhouse
4.5 (699 ratings)
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
285 J St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantFamily restaurantSteak house
Brothers Family Restaurant
Brothers Family Restaurant
4.7 (407 ratings)
Diner-style spot offering breakfast & old-school American entrees like prime rib & breaded veal.
5150 Waring Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
RestaurantFamily restaurant
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Best Diners in San Diego
"Brothers Family Restaurant, located in decidedly middle-class Allied Gardens, is the type of diner that every neighborhood should be required to have. It's a place that serves up straightforward comfort food - nothing fancy, just good, homestyle stuff. There's nothing fancy about it - people just love it, from seniors to families, everyone is happy."
Bambino's Pizza & Deli 3 (Federal Blvd)
Bambino's Pizza & Deli 3 (Federal Blvd)
4.5 (291 ratings)
Local chain pizzeria offering pies, calzones & pasta plus American classics like chicken wings.
6230 Federal Blvd, San Diego, CA 92114, USA
Pizza restaurantBeer storeChicken wings restaurantDeliFamily restaurantItalian restaurantDelivery RestaurantPasta shop

Best Gelato in San Diego

The Cravory
The Cravory
4.4 (227 ratings)
Cookies in creative, ever-changing flavors are sold in a chic space with a bright, white vibe.
3960 W Point Loma Blvd Unit M, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Cookie shopCatererCorporate gift supplierDessert shopIce cream shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by There San Diego
11 Places In San Diego To Take A Date With A Sweet Tooth
"The Cravory specializes in amazingly sweet and unique cookies. They have two shops in San Diego, one in Point Loma and the other in Carlsbad but they also sell at local farmer’s markets. Just some of their cookie flavors include “Pancakes and Bacon,” “Rosemary Balsamic” and “Chocolate Truffle.” Get some to-go for the perfect take-home dessert and enjoy with your date along with some warm, liquored-up coffee or a White Russian for a sweet night cap."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
9 San Diego Dessert Shops Offering Delivery & Pick-Up
"Your fam will love digging in to The Cravory's April cookie flavors from circus animal and caramel churro to chocolate velvet and oatmeal chocolate chip. Customize your order with a mix and match box for pick-up. Even more, try the Take and Bake chocolate chip cookies to make fresh at home."
JoJo's Creamery
JoJo's Creamery
4.6 (255 ratings)
937 S Coast Hwy 101 Suite 106, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
Ice cream shopCookie shopDessert shop
Mentioned by There San Diego
9 Locally-Owned Shops Serving Up Crazy Good Ice Cream In San Diego
"Ice cream and cookies are the specialties at this mother-daughter owned Encinitas spot. Made from organic dairy from Straus Family Creamery, JoJo’s creates out-of-this-world flavors such as bananas foster, cayenne sea salt, and peanut butter honeycomb. For those with allergies, JoJo’s offers several dairy-free flavors and gluten-free cookies and waffle cones."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
Where to Eat Ice Cream in San Diego Right Now
"Lick into a scoop of artisanal ice cream at this family-run shop in Encinitas’ Lumberyard Shopping Center where everything — from the caramel to the cookie dough — is made from scratch. All the 14+ flavors use organic, local ingredients. The shop also offers non-dairy options using coconut and cashew milk, plus gluten-free waffle cones."
Sundae's at the Del
Sundae's at the Del
4.1 (29 ratings)
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Ice cream shop

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