This is a great memorial dedicated to the Veterans of our nation and area. It was an honor to…read morevisit and read and learn about the men and women of the past who served this nation with honor. I love the levels, each displaying the folks who served, leading up to the cross. The view of the surrounding area is terrific. You can see south to the island off Baja California, and up La Jolla Shores, to the surrounding mountains that surround the communities of San Diego, not to mention out to the Pacific Ocean. There's parking around the memorial but it is limited, but there's more down below and it is a small walk to the memorial. The memorial displays more than 7,000 plaques and continues to grow. To visit the memorial is free, but it doesn't mean one can't donate to the cause of preserving the memories of these men and women who served.

I had only heard of this scenic spot. But thanks to my team, I got a chance to try it on a Friday…read moreafternoon. We drove up to the top. The drive itself was breathtaking. Once we arrived, there was plenty of open parking. They had a few look out points. The views from up there were gorgeous! We went up the monument and realized the importance of the memorial. It is more than just a landmark, a tribute to veterans. It was peaceful and a beautiful sanctuary. Next time, I'm hoping to catch a sunset from up there!

OMG what a beautiful place for some stunning pics! Too bad my phone battery crapped out while i…read morewas here -- def have to go back! We hung out at La Jolla shores and then walked over to the pier. Super fun day. Lotta people out and about today! Before that we went to a cute lil place in Del Mar and they had some jazz going on -- that was fun! So nice to be able to do these things once in a while with the best people ever! So thankful! Def recommend

I'm so happy we were visiting during King tide because we saw so many cool creatures!! We got…read moredropped off at the pier and walked a little to find these tide pools. The cliffs were breathtaking. We got to see starfish, lobster, sea anemone, and more. Was hoping to see an octopus but didn't this time. San Diego had such beautiful nature, make sure to not touch anything and be good to our sea friends!

Step back a century ago. The "troll bridges" are two old stone bridges that were built in the…read morehills of Mt. Soledad in the late 1920s and early 1930s They have become part of La Jolla lore. The classic, arched look is similar to that of the larger Cabrillo Bridge that passes through Balboa Park and takes visitors from 6th Avenue to the Prado. We lived not far from these bridges when we had our home in La Jolla Village ... and did not know about them until we saw an article on LaJolla com. It still took some driving and searching to find them. From Torrey Pines Road, take Exchange Place southeast (away from the ocean) onto Soledad Road and make a right on Al Bahr Drive for the first one For the second one, take Hillside Drive south to a right on Castellana Road for the second bridge

I'm GIANTS: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys was inspiration on a grand…read morescale. What I loved most is how beautifully this exhibition moves across time periods, genres, cultures, places and styles--welcoming and celebrating so many different people, perspectives and stories along the way. It's elegant without being stuffy. Sophisticated without losing its sense of fun. Thought-provoking, vibrant, unexpected and wonderfully eclectic. If you're in San Diego, don't miss this installation. San Diego County and Tijuana residents receive special $20 admission, older adults 55+ are $15, and visitors with disabilities receive FREE admission. Admission is also free for guests 25 and under, military, and SNAP/EBT cardholders. And there's something especially meaningful about **Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys--both San Diego natives--**finding yet another way to give back to our community through art, culture, access and inspiration. Elegant. Eclectic. Joyful. Classy. And, appropriately... GIANT. Tomorrow, August 9, is the final day. Go experience it.

This is a world-class contemporary museum. If you're in the area, don't miss it!…read more Important details: -The entrance is not on the ocean side, you have to walk around the block to Prospect Street. -The museum is closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday! They are also closed on many holidays, check the hours of operation before visiting. -They participate in Bank of America Museums on Us. Thanks to the friendly person at the front desk who mentioned this. -This museum is near La Jolla Cove which if you like birds, is not to be missed! The museum has three floors and nice outdoor areas including a restaurant. The museum overlooks an absolutely stunning coastline. They go a little overboard with recordings and staff asking patrons to stay away from the art (I get it, but geez!). Be ready for that, especially if you have kids. The Nick Cave fringy art is just too tempting for kids. I went to look out a window and was told to stay back, I mean really. They have a "calm room", and you might need to use that to calm down from being told to stay away from the art so much! Haha. I saw the Giants Alicia Keys exhibit which was great. The movie I could barely hear. They have tons of merch in the store for the exhibit, however I really wanted a t-shirt that was for the museum and not the specific exhibit, but they didn't have any.

Crystal Pier is one of the most beautiful spots in San Diego! The ocean views are incredible,…read moreespecially at sunset. Walking along the pier and seeing the cottages over the water makes for a unique experience. A must-visit when you're in Pacific Beach. Please check out my video : https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8sEBT8t/

Environment was good. Beach was pretty cool. Pretty nice view of sunset here pretty coolread more

I love Old Town San Diego with it's Mexican flavor. Love the history. Love the dining and the…read moreshops. Beautiful day in San Diego. We dined, shopped for souvenirs and made fun memories until our next trip back to San Diego!

I visited Old Town San Diego for the first time since I was a child...it's very different from what…read moreI remembered, but that was about 15-20 years ago. It's still cool to see. Plenty of shops, museums, and historic sites to check out. Handful of restaurants had live music. Honestly, the highlight for me was probably the church and the free tortilla I got from the window near Casa de Reyes. Those lived up to the childhood memories I had there. Free parking is good. Walking around is nice. Just do it once to cross it off your bucket list. It's fun, just go with low/no expectations!

Being a tourist in San Diego…read more.. Alana, Yuri, and I didn't know anything about this landmark at the San Diego Tech Center Building, so Yuri Googled it and gave us some information... The artist is Alexander Liberman. He was born in Russia in 1912, moved to the New York in 1941, and died in Miami, Florida, at the age of 87. He had created many red sculptures made out of steel in over 40 cites across the world... including one in Honolulu... It's on the campus of the University of Hawaii at Manoa! "The Gate of Hope" is near Holmes Hall - The College of Engineering. I didn't know that these two sculptures were made by the same artist! Wow! What a coincidence! Anyway, this Stargazer sculpture in San Diego is just one of 40 created by this talented photographer, painter, publisher, and magazine editor. It's majestic and amazing... go check it out if you're in the area!

A historic city park with panoramic views that make the perfect backdrop for all your park needs…read more Perched on a hill above Old Town, Presidio Park stretches across 4 acres and offers some of the most peaceful, scenic spots in the city. My go‑to area is around the Presidio building -- I love wandering through the Spanish‑style architecture and catching the many views of San Diego from the top. I suggest parking in the small lot right next to the building. Once you're done exploring that area, you can drive up to the top and park along the street if you want to continue your stroll through the grassy parts of the park. This park is perfect for photoshoots, picnics, hiking, casual hangs, and even special events (with proper city permitting). We love bringing our pup Enzo here for a relaxing walk. A quiet, scenic gem in the middle of the city.

I drive past the Junipero Serra Museum overlooking the I-8 freeway all the time when going between…read moreOld Town and Mission Valley. One day I decided to head into this 40-acre park up on Presidio Hill and walked through a suggested path as recommended by a popular hiking app. The trailhead was a small parking lot off Taylor St leading into Palm Canyon. Maybe six vehicles could fit into this area which was not very inviting. I started the circuit by going in a counterclockwise direction. Some zig-zagging slopes ultimately brought you to the base of the museum which is famous for its towering structure. The surrounding green area was decent but not well kept. That was the theme of my hike... lots of trash and weeds with frequent parts that lacked a clear path or sufficient signage. The western loop provided an overlook of Old Town Historic State Park at the bottom of the hill. Presidio Park was the location of the Royal Presidio of San Diego. This was the first European settlement on the US West Coast. It was settled in 1769 and was the base for Spain's colonization of California. The park is divided into four distinct areas... Inspiration Point, Palm Canyon, Padre Cross, and The Arbor. As a California Historical Landmark, there were several points of interest besides the museum. They included the Serra Cross, Witches Tower, and Fort Stockton. A spot near the peak was called Sunset Bench and for a good reason. On clear evenings, the westward facing view of the sunset was spectacular. There was a nice large area with picnic tables and open space which seemed to be popular with families. If the rest of Presidio Park was maintained as well as this portion, then I would have given a higher rating. By the time I finished the trek, I had walked approximately two miles in about 45 minutes.

There are 7 total ships, including the Star of India, and a submarine. You can purchase your ticket…read moreat any of the main booths/boat entrances, then show your receipt to visit the others on the same day. The flexibility of a self-guided tour was great. One ship was away on a sail in the afternoon this past Saturday, but there was more than enough to explore on the various vessels during our visit. Plenty to see and experience on each of the boats. We stepped onto the swift boat where staff educated us about its machine gun. And we walked through and checked out the different sections of the USS Dolphin submarine too. The HMS Surprise was a lovely ship with plenty of references to its use in films. The Star of India was like a museum all on its own, so many areas to explore and a ton of history to learn. The Californian was pretty basic, not very different from many other ships we've visited in the past. Steam Ferry Berkeley was the largest, with displays showcasing scientific instruments, model boats, artwork, the riverboats in Vietnam, the engine room, a torpedo caught by a fisherman, and a special exhibit featuring the "histories of the black pacific". There's a gift shop on site as well. Altogether, the variety of ships at the Maritime Museum made for an interesting adventure, a bit touristy, but worth the cost if you're into history or simply like boats.

Ok so I will split this into two reviews:…read more 1: the ships and actual adventure 2: the reservation process and customer service 1: booked a trip for the Spanish replica ship adventure the San Salvador and really loved it. The ticket also got you access to the other ships to walk around which was cool. But the coolest part was that San Salvador was sailed like they would have sailed it waaay back when. We got to see real rigging masts sails steering all being done by a crew and it was a totally amazing experience and such a perfect day. Bonus: we saw dolphins and it was a perfect day. Drawback: the gentlemen speaking throughout didn't talk into his mic often so missed a lot but oh well - who's really going for history?! such a good time!!. 2. I had a good with my tickets and called and tried to talk to folks in person and could never get someone. The tickets were cancelled but not refunded which was a bummer and staff in the kiosk even said they phone lines were messed up. A bummer. :(