I love a good food hall, and this one doesn't disappoint. A great collection of various cuisines,…read moreincluding yummy dessert options. This is a perfect choice for when you're traveling with a group and have a lot of differing preferences. Seating can be a little tricky, especially when you have a group larger than 6 people, but when the weather is nice, outside seating is lovely.

I love a good public market! This is a perfect spot to go with a group of friends or coworkers so…read moreeveryone can get what they want. I always recommend doing a quick walk through to see all the options available. They have over 35+ vendors and a great variety of food from pizza to BBQ to ramen to empanadas to Latin to sushi and seafood. I tried Wicked Maine Lobster and ordered a crab sandwich with fries. This was the perfect portion and the crab tasted fresh, and the fries were perfectly seasoned.  The market has plenty of seating inside and outside. We opted to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather! The market is located near the airport and you can see the plans overhead. It was a little loud for talking sometimes but you get used to the plane noise quickly.   I always enjoy visiting this spot when in San Diego!

Why else come here, but the name is already intriguing as it is!!…read more Every visit to San Diego County I look to do and see new things and this was one of the new things I did my last visit. Sunset Cliffs is nice to take in the Pacific Ocean and then you see this big rock with a tone of bird poop and you can't help but stare at the eyesore.

I heard about this rock and added it to one of my many adventures. It is located in Sunset Cliff…read morePark and is very hard to find. I tried to locate it by the pictures that were on here, but they were wrong. After a long search that spanned about 2 days, I was able to find it. I will help you out, if you want to find it. It is located right across the street from 1083 Sunset Cliff Blvd. You can't miss it. Me and my assistant were able to find it in the dark. It is the one covered in bird crap. You cannot mistake it. There is a lot of places to park and get a good look. I would suggest getting there well before sunset because the parking fills up with all the sunset gazers. The rock had quite a few birds on it and is known as a surf break that produces 3 different waves. I do not know what attracts the birds to that specific rock. Some tried to explain it to me, but it was way over my head. I know that it is not much, but it is the little things that matter. It is not a long stop, but definitely worth a visit. A visit here should probably be paired with a visit to Sunset Cliff Park and a sunset viewing. I am really glad that I was able to make it here.

The best lights of the year!!! And for such a great cause..... we make this a tradition every…read moreholiday season,because it's so close we go a bunch of times!!! Don't miss out!

I hope no one wants to behead me for giving 4 stars...it's just, BELARDO LIGHTS was on the top 10…read morebest lights in San Diego list and for anyone to drive across San Diego 15-20+ miles for what they think they will be getting, is just kind of a slap in the face as the name can be slightly deceiving...it is not your typical "neighborhood" light show - think candy cane lane, pepper drive, merry-tage etc.... All I am saying is, if your family hops in SUV to drive all the way across town, just make sure you understand it is ONE house, (1), singular..not plural. PERIOD. Just ONE house that does lights. Now, that 1 house is an incredible sight to see, as you can tell from the photos and videos posted online and on yelp. They support a wonderful cause, we donated in the cute donation box set up in the front - the music is wonderful, the lighting goes perfectly - it is a synchronized light show - I mean, they did it right.... I just wanted to clarify for anyone that turns right on BELARDO and thinks...why are none of these houses lit up, why is it so dark, why does no one have lights...well...ya gotta keep on driving until ya get to the one house. Perhaps change the name to BELARDO HOME or HOME ON BELARDO or Belardo light show. That's all, carry on. xoxo

It's quick and fun. Actually 111 Steps. Nothing crazy but if you're in the area. La Mesa has…read moremore but this is just off the freeway.

Challenging and it's definitely steep. As 68 years old, this is doable. Slow & steady. 02Sept24read more

We really wanted to love this event but it left us a bit underwhelmed. Upon entering there were…read morenon poke food options - and the lumpia was very good. There was a plentiful selection of poke dishes, but I felt like most brought their B team. Lines for drinks were incredibly long and slow. Venue was beautiful. Would we go again? Likely not...spend 1/2 the money for a really good meal I'm thinking.

Amazing... But need not heads up when it will be here for 2026!! One of the best festivals in San…read moreDiego!

Green Flash is a meteorological optical phenomena that you can see during sunset or sunrise. It is…read morevery rare to be able to see. Given the right conditions, you can see a distinct green spot above the sun's upper limb, that usually only lasts for no longer than two seconds. It is even more rare, the green flash can resemble a green ray shooting up from the sunset or sunrise point. This sculpture is the work of Malcolm Jones and is dedicated to that phenomenon, but it in no way aids you of viewing. You will find it on the Mission Beach boardwalk. The piece is made of a solid cast acrylic archway that is supported by two concrete pillars. There is also a bronze plaque describing the green flash phenomenon located on the sculpture and another title plaque. It was made in 2002 and is in fair shape, especially considering its age. Some has put stickers on it and the plaques are show signs of corrosion. It is unique and I actually learned something new in the process. It definitely sticks out. I have come to the terms that I will probably not ever see a green flash. It takes masterful planning, precise timing, and patience. I have 2 of the 3 (you can figure out which one I am missing). Parking here is simple. There is a free parking lot right by it. You can park, get out and talk a closer look. Well, as with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip. The beach, a park, and an amusement park are in walking distance if you are looking for ideas.

I walked under this on my way to Mission Beach in San Diego and wondered what it was. It looked…read morelike something out of the 1970s!!! What is the Green Flash?? Well, it happens at sunrise or sunset, right before the sun drops out of view or starts to appear, it is said that a green flash appears for about 2 seconds. So this SoCal local flavor arch is a tribute to those 2 seconds!! Don't blink or you might miss it, literally, lol!!!!!

The wife and I came here in 2018 and liked it so much that we returned. Thus, I decided to update…read moremy review. This time in 2025, I avoided food poisoning and did not go back to the restaurant that made me deathly ill in 2018. It is still open and still serves gelato. My impression this time was much more favorable. There are so many restaurants to choose from, it is hard to imagine how we made our choices last time. It's a pizza lover's dream. I think you could eat pizza at a different restaurant every day for half a year. There are cute little shops and food stores that sell Italian foods and pasta. The Little Italy is quite large, I think larger than the one in NYC, so you can spend a lot of time walking, eating and drinking, and people watching.

Little Italy was *truly* the perfect spot to stay as first-time visitors to San Diego. We were…read morecentral to so much by staying in the La Pensione. The farmer's market was right outside on Saturday, and there were dozens of top-tier restaurants and bars within short walking distance. I'm so glad we stayed in this neighborhood over Gaslamp, as that was on my radar too but sounded like it may have been too wild. We didn't have a car, so parking wasn't a problem, and public transportation was close by. It was also easy to call for a Lyft. I also appreciated how close it was to the airport. I'd absolutely stay in Little Italy again in the future if the price permits!

We were staying in Little Italy & I realized that, despite all the years I've been visiting San…read moreDiego, I had somehow never made it over to Old Town. Since it was just a quick three-stop ride away, we hopped on the red trolley & headed out for the day. Our first stop was the visitor station where we grabbed a map & decided to wander without much of a plan, which ended up being the perfect way to experience Old Town. There' is such a unique blend of history, culture & energy here that makes you want to slow down & explore every corner. One of the most meaningful parts of the visit was learning about the Kumeyaay Nation people & their history in the region. I appreciated that Old Town offers more than shopping & restaurants. We also stopped by the blacksmith shop & chatted with the head blacksmith, who was incredibly passionate & completely into his craft. Those kinds of encounters always make a place feel more memorable,talking with someone who genuinely loves what they do & sharing their knowledge with visitors. From there we explored the historic Cosmopolitan Hotel & Johnson House, wandered around the square, browsed the shops & enjoyed some of the live entertainment happening throughout the area. We eventually made our way to The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, which provided a peaceful moment to pause & reflect on everything we had seen & experienced during the day. Then, because this is San Diego after all, we popped into one of the Mexican restaurants for margaritas & chips. The salsa was seriously hot (exactly the way my husband likes it!) & was a perfect little break. Our wandering finally led us to Old Town Saloon for some day drinking & vintage bar vibes, which ended up being a fantastic way to cap off the afternoon. Old Town surprised me in the best possible way. It is historical, entertaining, walkable & full of personality. Whether you are interested in history, culture, shopping, food or just spending a fun day exploring, we highly recommend making time for Old Town when visiting San Diego.

Such a historic place. I got of work early and was walking distance from the hotel…read more Cute gifts, candies, museums, and restaurants galore! So much to explore and wander around. I went twice during my work week and found something different and interesting in every walk!

We can always count on the OB Boardwalk for an eclectic mix of people. Tourists, locals, homeless…read more(not aggressive in our experience), buskers, craft vendors, surfers...you name it! The views, the ocean breeze, the sun. Soak it all in. Take a walk on the pier. Put your feet in the water. If the kettle corn guy is there, by all means treat yourself to some. It's really good. If you're fortunate enough to visit during the craft fair, stroll through for some treasures. We love OB.

This place has tons of locals selling their hand-wrapped stones and crystals, another woman selling…read moreher paintings, and sometimes people doing yoga here on the sidewalk and grass. It is a little sketchy of an area full of homeless people asking for money, along with some dr*g deals I've seen go down. Not my favorite area, but it's definitely a sight to see.

It's been decades since I've been back to Coronado Island. When I drive over the beautiful bridge…read moreand enter the Island, the first thing I tend to notice is how clean, crisp and well kept everything is. The heritage, the history and that 1888 old town feels is super captivating. The restaurants and shops are always fun to explore. Tons to offer from boutiques to bargains and local eats to treats, there is something for everyone! Additionally, the walkability to "ALL the things" is convenient, beneficial and easy. Indulged in lobster roll from Lobster West which was so delicious & had a feature favorite (coconut/chocolate) ice cream from MooTime Creamery! On most of my San Diego visits, I always make a trip to the beach. This one makes a memorial impression. It's so sophisticated, peaceful and pleasant! Plus, it's unique fun finds of some stunning special sea shells is a reminder of its iconic charm. It's just truly a pleasure to come here even if it's just to simply watch the waves of the bay at ALL times of the day! Don't miss out on visiting the stunning Hotel del Coronado. If you are a non guest, you still have options. You can choose to walk thru the property OR you have the option to purchase a "Day Pass" via ResortPass (check their website site) for access to the pool, beach daybeds, and cabanas. There's also options for dinning & drinking as well without having any hotel reservations. Enjoy!

When I was a teenager, I read a long book series that was set in Coronado Island, so it was really…read morecool to see the place in real life 20 years later. The beach was gorgeous with palm trees lining the path to it. The Hotel Del was really neat to see. We also drove past a couple of famous folk's houses. The main area looked pretty as well. I wish I could've spent more time on the island, but it was a lovely first glimpse.