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6 Days in San Diego: A Coastal Adventure

Eiman Moridunu Bamgbopa

Eiman Moridunu Bamgbopa

18 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the sun-kissed beaches and vibrant attractions of San Diego. Discover hidden gems, soak up the California sunshine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this coastal paradise.

Trip to San Diego

Day 1Botanical Beauty and Naval Marvels
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$130

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$ 50

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Botanical Building
Domed building from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition & a garden with more than 2,000 plants.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Mission Trails Regional Park
8,000-acre recreational park featuring 60 miles of trails, along with a lake for boating & camping.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Silver Strand State Beach
Sandy space with ocean & bay shorelines offering fishing, swimming & picnicking, plus RV camping.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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USS Midway Museum
Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$130
Day 2Waterfront Fun and Serene Gardens
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$360

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$ 40

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Waterfront Park
Public park featuring spray fountains, grassy areas & lots of play equipment for kids.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Sesame Place San Diego
Family-friendly, Sesame Street-themed amusement park with rides, waterslides, parades & shows.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$300
25 - 30 min

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Balboa Park
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, museums, gardens & more.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Japanese Friendship Garden
Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, garden tours & more.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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$60
Day 3Maritime Wonders and Exotic Wildlife
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$360

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$ 30

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Maritime Museum of San Diego
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$90
5 - 6 min

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Seaport Village
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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San Diego Zoo
Zoo featuring giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus tours & a conservation society.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$270
Day 4Safari Adventure and Oceanic Delights
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$425

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$ 50

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Visitor tours of a 1,800-acre wildlife sanctuary with over 300 species of African & Asian animals.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$270
41 - 50 min

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$60
15 - 18 min

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Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Interactive tide pools & exhibitions for all things under the sea in an oceanside building.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$95
5 - 6 min

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la Jolla Shores Beach
This 1 mile long sand beach with permanent lifeguard stations offers gentle waves & scuba classes.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Beach Bliss and Thrilling Marine Encounters
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$350

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$ 50

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Fletcher Cove Beach Park
Picturesque park with a viewing deck, grassy area & playground, plus tables & a basketball court.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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La Jolla Shores Park
2-block space steps away from the sand & waves offers grassy area & playgrounds.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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SeaWorld San Diego
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$350
Day 6Historic Landmarks and Coastal Delights
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$175

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$ 50

Inn at the Park

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Cabrillo National Monument
This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
15 - 18 min

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Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Mission Beach Boardwalk | Ocean Front Walk
Longtime beachfront boardwalk featuring shops, an old-school amusement park & ocean activities.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Belmont Park
Vintage games, gift shops, rides & an iconic wooden roller coaster right next to the beach.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$100
14 - 17 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.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $2070 In total

Activities & Food:$1800
Transport:$270