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4 Days in San Diego: Sun, Sushi, and Adventure

Yug Singh

10 Jan 2024

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Join me on an epic journey through the sun-soaked streets of San Diego. From stunning natural reserves to mouthwatering sushi workshops, this itinerary is packed with excitement and exploration. Get ready for a whirlwind adventure in America's Finest City!

Trip to San Diego

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beaches, Sushi, and More!

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$392

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$ 30

Starbucks

Vons-Del Mar #2119

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$76

12 - 15 min

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

14 - 17 min

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Ken Sushi Workshop

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$144

15 - 18 min

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Farmer & The Seahorse

Award-winning Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey helms the newest Alexandria restaurant, a follow-up to his wildly successful Green Acre. Enjoy the inventive dishes he is known for, inspired by the bounty produced by local farmers, the freshest catch from the Pacific coastal waters, and more.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$112

Day 2Wild Encounters and Historic Delights

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$614

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$ 10

Cafe Bassam

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$92

25 - 38 min

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San Diego Zoo

Zoo featuring giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus tours & a conservation society.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$270

16 - 20 min

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Casa de Reyes Restaurant

Located in the center of Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town San Diego, Casa de Reyes is more than just a restaurant; it is an authentic Mexican experience for all the senses. Enjoy the homemade Mexican cuisine and frosty margaritas, while relaxing in the courtyard surrounded by a lush garden.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$112

3 - 4 min

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Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Casa Guadalajara

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$140

Day 3Art, Culture, and Culinary Delights

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$324

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$ 10

Cafe Madeleine

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$84

8 - 10 min

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Balboa Park

Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, museums, gardens & more.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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The Prado at Balboa Park

Located in the House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm in the center of San Diego's Balboa Park.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$128

5 - 8 min

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Panama 66

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$112

Day 4Spectacular Views and Cultural Immersion

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$517

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$ 30

Vistal Bar + Restaurant

Vistal Restaurant overlooks San Diego Bay's most storied downtown neighborhoods. It's a culinary tribute to the seaside communities and diverse cultures that encompass San Diego

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$88

8 - 11 min

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USS Midway Museum

Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$130

18 - 22 min

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Pummaro

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$116

14 - 17 min

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Cabrillo National Monument

This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$75

14 - 17 min

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Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$108

Budget breakdown: $1927 In total

Activities & Food:$1847

Transport:$80