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5-Day San Diego Adventure: Exploring the Best of California

Jessica Wood

Jessica Wood

12 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through San Diego, CA, and discover the city's hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture.

Trip to San Diego

Day 1
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$331

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$ 10

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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Pummaro
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$144
1 - 2 min

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Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$112
Day 2
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$382

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$ 10

Children's Pool La Jolla
Protected sandy cove home to many adult harbor seals & their pups, open for swimming in summer.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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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.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$130
7 - 10 min

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The Fish Market - San Diego
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$112
13 - 20 min

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Animae
Animae is an interpretation by Puffer Malarkey Collective of West Coast Asian cuisine. A formal, seductive atmosphere sets the stage for highly theatrical dining on the ground floor of Pacific Gate by Bosa, Downtown San Diego’s newest ultra-luxury condominiums.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$140
Day 3
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$240

Seaport Village
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Eddie V's Prime Seafood features fresh seafood and masterfully prepared steaks served against a backdrop of live jazz music.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$128
2 - 3 min

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Puesto
Puesto is a popular San Diego restaurant that successfully mixes a casual attitude with an original twist on Mexican street food and drinks. Puesto knows the true meaning of fresh with hand-made tortillas, scratch salsas, all-natural meats, craft cocktails
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$112
Day 4
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$494

San Diego Zoo
Zoo featuring giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus tours & a conservation society.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$270
13 - 20 min

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Panama 66
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$116
15 - 22 min

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Donna Jean
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$108
Day 5
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$220

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$ 10

Balboa Park
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, museums, gardens & more.
8:00 AM - 12:00 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$116
11 - 14 min

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TRUST Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$104

Budget breakdown: $1697 In total

Activities & Food:$1667
Transport:$30