Guidebook for San Diego
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
711 University AveVery close to home.
Parking can be a bit tricky, as is the case with all Trader Joe's, but this location has a large parking lot and an underground lot as well.
752 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
1640 Garnet AveParking can be a bit tricky, as is the case with all Trader Joe's, but this location has a large parking lot and an underground lot as well.
Entertainment & Activities
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrWorld famous and a 25 minute walk away!
Arts & Culture
D Bar San Diego
3930 Fifth AveVariety of wonderful exhibits on display throughout the year.
Amazing and eclectic display of folk art from around the world.
30 locals recommend
Mingei International Museum
1439 El PradoAmazing and eclectic display of folk art from around the world.
Old Globe Theatre
1363 Old Globe WayTony-award winning theatre is only a 20 minute walk away!
Parks & Nature
Beautiful landscaping and zen garden - cafe onsite has good teriyaki bowls, too.
44 locals recommend
Japanese Friendship Garden
2215 Pan American Rd EBeautiful landscaping and zen garden - cafe onsite has good teriyaki bowls, too.
Silver Strand State Beach
5000 CA-75Beautiful beach with ample parking.
Great beach adjacent to historic Hotel del Coronado and walkable to the charming Coronado Village. Parking is a bit tricky here, so arrive early and expect to drive around a bit.
144 locals recommend
Coronado Beach & Dog Park
Ocean BoulevardGreat beach adjacent to historic Hotel del Coronado and walkable to the charming Coronado Village. Parking is a bit tricky here, so arrive early and expect to drive around a bit.
Drinks & Nightlife
Living plant wall, rustic design elements, vibrant bar scene and delicious food.
67 locals recommend
Bankers Hill
Living plant wall, rustic design elements, vibrant bar scene and delicious food.
Panama 66
1450 El PradoWonderful beer garden and gourmet comfort food.
Food scene
Great lattes, friendly staff - our preferred coffee & espresso spot.
69 locals recommend
James Coffee Co.
2355 India StGreat lattes, friendly staff - our preferred coffee & espresso spot.
Hane Sushi
2760 Fifth AveBest sushi in the neighborhood. 5 stars!
Great breakfast spot - usually very busy, so try to go earlier in the morning. You can also download their app to put yourself on the waitlist before heading there to save time. Famous for their pancakes and bennies!
178 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3940 Fifth AveGreat breakfast spot - usually very busy, so try to go earlier in the morning. You can also download their app to put yourself on the waitlist before heading there to save time. Famous for their pancakes and bennies!