A Week in San Diego: Exploring the Best of the City

Dua-Ci Yang

1 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure in San Diego, California. Discover the hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this coastal paradise.

Trip to San Diego

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$78

$ 10

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Long Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a cafe & shop known for sunset views, plus sea lion sightings.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Fresh Mexican

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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Bar-B-Que House OB-Award Winning Barbecue in San Diego! For over 20 years, our family has been serving award winning barbecue in San Diego.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2

$92

$ 5

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Since 1948, the Walker family name has become synonymous with quality family dining. The family has since perfected its reputation for outstanding gourmet pancakes and breakfasts. Our story begins when Victor and Everett Walker began opening snack shops in Evanston, IL...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

8 - 12 min

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Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

5 - 6 min

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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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$38

Day 3

$116

$ 20

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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The Best Coffee in Del Mar. Focusing on award winning specialty Micro-Roasted coffee with direct trade and organic options. Bird Rock Coffee Roasters has pushed the boundaries for direct trade, relationships with coffee farmers, involving the community, and finding the highest quality coffee avai...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

17 - 26 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

15 - 18 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

8 - 10 min

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Step into an Urban Plates, and you'll find something fresh. Something flavorful. Something new. This is where locally, sustainably and ethically sourced ingredients become amazing meals

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 4

$99

$ 10

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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Tours of a tunnel running from a shop to a sea cave, dug in 1902 & said to be used for bootlegging.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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WE DO A COMMON THING, UNCOMMONLY WELL. La Jolla, California….a.k.a. the Jewel. It’s one of the most beautiful beach towns in the world. It is where Burger Lounge got started in 2007 and continues to be one of our favorite places. The Village is our homeland and it’s always a great place to visit any time of year.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5

$108

$ 15

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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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.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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