Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Pacific Beach

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Pacific Beach

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
Petco Park
Petco Park
4.7 (13150 ratings)4.5 (4116 ratings)
Opened in 2004, this prominent outdoor stadium features seasonal sporting events & concerts.
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksEvent venueArenas & StadiumsSports Complexes
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
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"PETCO Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent, it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of our region. Innovative design features evoke the timeless traditions of baseball in an intimate setting, with state-of-the-art fan amenities to suit every taste and budget."
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4.6 (19180 ratings)4.5 (5262 ratings)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
State parkSights & LandmarksParkHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Attractions of America
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"There are numerous historic buildings located in this area, dating back to the early 1800s. It was the first European settlement in California. One notable building is Whaley House which Travel Channel named as the most haunted house in America."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"The six square blocks on the site of San Diego's original pueblo are the heart of Old Town. Most of the 20 historic buildings preserved…"
Coronado Bridge
Coronado Bridge
4.6 (504 ratings)4.5 (5404 ratings)
Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships.
CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
BridgeSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by theoutbound.com
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"Built in 1967, this historic San Diego bridge offers a great perspective for sunrise shots. It's no Golden Gate Bridge, but in the early morning hours, this bridge really stands out as something unique. The perspective of this shot was taken on the Coronado-side of the bridge near the Coronado Tidelands Park."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The San Diego-Coronado Bridge is a five-lane bridge that, when completed in 1969, connected San Diego to Coronado. It is 11,179 feet (3,407 meters) long. Below the bridge in Barrio Logan is Chicano Park, which features over 70 Chicano art murals."
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
4.5 (132 ratings)4.5 (214 ratings)
Acclaimed scientific-research center also noted for its striking architectural design, with tours.
10010 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Research instituteSights & LandmarksResearch foundationScience academyArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
4.1 (97 ratings)4 (61 ratings)
Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.
410 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
San Diego Architecture
"With its unassuming yellow paint and perfectly square foundation, the William Heath Davis House bears the distinct honor of being the oldest building in San Diego. Erected in 1850, this historic saltbox-style home now serves as a museum, transporting everyone who steps through its doors back in time to the Victorian era of yore. While it once was the home of one of our earliest settlers, William Heath Davis himself, it now affords its visitors a glimpse into our past."
Mentioned by Sparks Gallery
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"Throughout the year’s many historical figures have visited the William Heath Davis House. As visitors tour the house, they will see each room is dedicated to a different period in the house’s history, and most of it was restored to its 1850’s glory. Rumor also has it that this house hosts its own ghostly visitors as well."
Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
4.5 (1155 ratings)
Pacific Beach is a relaxed neighborhood by the beach, popular with sunbathers and surfers. Trendy hotel bars and casual cafes line the boardwalk, while Mission Boulevard and the surrounding streets are dotted with women’s clothing boutiques, yoga studios and casual drinking spots that draw a young, bar-hopping crowd. Inland, the grassy slope of Kate Sessions Park has sweeping views of the city and San Diego Bay.
San Diego, CA, USA
Nature & ParksBeaches
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
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"Head even further north from Mission Beach and you’ll arrive at Pacific Beach. Known among the locals as P.B., if you’re looking for the stereotype of Californian beach life, you’re going to find it here. If you’re looking for a place to have a go at surfing, many newbies start out in the white water around P.B."
St Agnes Catholic Church
St Agnes Catholic Church
4.8 (58 ratings)5 (4 ratings)
1140 Evergreen St, San Diego, CA 92106, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Pacific Beach

Quiero Tacos
Quiero Tacos
4.6 (5 ratings)
879 W Harbor Dr Suite W14-E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Taco restaurantBreakfast restaurantMexican restaurantRestaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Grants Coffee Room
Grants Coffee Room
4.4 (208 ratings)
Serving a menu of breakfast fare & deli sandwiches, this corner shop carries beer, wine & groceries.
2953 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantDeliMarketPastry shopSandwich shop
The Crack Shack - Little Italy
The Crack Shack - Little Italy
4.5 (3943 ratings)
Fun spot for chicken & egg dishes with stylish outdoor seating, a full bar & a bocce court.
2266 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Chicken restaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grillBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by The Zumper Blog
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"With an all-star chef at the helm, nearly every menu item features free-range, organic chicken marinated to juicy perfection. You’ll also find sides like deviled eggs, Schmaltz fries, and mini biscuits. If you have time, you can hang out and play a game of bocce ball, or pull up to the bar for a craft beer."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"Crack Shack is the closest humanity has gotten to building an actual temple to fried chicken and eggs. This place in Little Italy is a bit gimmicky, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t delicious. They have a huge patio and serve a bunch of really good chicken sandwiches."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"Lil Cluckers” can take their pick fromnuggets, tenders, grilled chix, or grilled cheese, with carrots or petite fries on the side, plus a juice box and a cookie before checking out the bocce ball court and giant chicken statue here."

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Pacific Beach

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
3.9 (46 ratings)
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides.
2850 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
Chicken restaurantCajun restaurantFast food restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Board & Brew - Del Mar
Board & Brew - Del Mar
4.6 (866 ratings)
Casual local chain serving sandwiches & craft beers in a colorful, surf-themed space.
1212 Camino Del Mar #2506, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA
Sandwich shopAmerican restaurantBeer storeFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Board and Brew has been a staple in Del Mar since 1979 that serves simple sandwiches with no preservatives, no substitutes and no frozen meats. The secret sauce is another hook that tastes good on any sandwich. But try the Baja Chicken with marinated chicken breast, bacon, and melted jack cheese on a toasted French baguette with mayo, tomato and lettuce."
Lemonade
Lemonade
4.4 (409 ratings)
Cafeteria-style chain serving a seasonal comfort-food menu paired with many types of lemonade.
3958 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Health food restaurantCatererFast food restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSalad shopSandwich shopVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant

Best Beach in Pacific Beach

Children's Pool La Jolla
Children's Pool La Jolla
4.7 (7037 ratings)
Protected sandy cove home to many adult harbor seals & their pups, open for swimming in summer.
834 Coast Blvd S, La Jolla, CA 92037
Beach
Marine Street Beach
Marine Street Beach
4.5 (33 ratings)
La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Beach
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
10 Best Beaches in La Jolla for Families, Surfing, & More
"Marine Street is one of the best La Jolla beaches because it’s a wide, white sand beach that sits just between two rock reef points, Little Point and Horseshoe. The surf here is famous for being rough and unpredictable, making it popular with surfers and bodyboarders but not advisable for inexperienced swimmers. Unfortunately, due to that, it’s also been the site of countless injuries and rescues."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
10 Best Beaches in La Jolla, CA (2021) Top Beach Spots!
"Marine Street & Vista Del Mar AvenueLa Jolla, CA 92037(619) 221-8899. Marine Street Beach is a public beach located near Children’s Pool Beach and Windansea Beach. It looks out to the Pacific Ocean."
Tourmaline Surf Park
Tourmaline Surf Park
4.6 (406 ratings)
San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Beach

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Pacific Beach

Bird Rock by AvantStay
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$344 /night
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San Diego Condo on Boardwalk - Steps to Beach!
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$137 /night
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Tangiers Manor
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$384 /night
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