- Our list of the best things to do in Del Mar, California, features the top 423 nearby activities — including 189 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Del Mar, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Sports & Fitness, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Del Mar, CA , followed by 405 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, Escondido, Carlsbad, Oceanside, San Diego, Poway, Coronado, Santee, Encinitas, Vista, San Marcos, Ramona, El Cajon, Spring Valley, National City, Fallbrook, Chula Vista, Palm Springs and Temecula
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One of Escondido's most popular camping parks is Palomar Mountain State Park. Because of its high, mountainous location, the park is considerably colder than surrounding areas. Park rangers advise campers and day visitors to avoid sudden chills by dressing in layers.
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At New Village Arts Theatre, visitors can attend a wide variety of performances each season, from comedy to musicals. The theater features a gallery containing the artwork of local artists.
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The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is significant in both U.S. and Mormon history. Discover why the group of men and women joined the Army and marched from Iowa to San Diego.
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One of Southern California's most prominent sports arenas, and a large tourist destination in San Diego, is Qualcomm Stadium. The stadium, home to the San Diego Chargers, also features the annual Holiday Bowl and Poinsettia Bowl.
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2807 votes
4010 Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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Offering over 100 points of interest, Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego offers access to shopping, dining, parks and historic areas. The tour includes a trolley ride from Old Town Historic Park to the Gaslamp Quarter to Balboa Park.
14.9 Miles
The Maderas Golf Club offers an 18-hole course that boasts three lakes, five waterfalls and over forty acres of native wildflowers. Commonly used for weddings and business meetings, there is also an on site clubhouse that features a restaurant and catering services.
14.9 Miles
Nearly 8 miles in length, the Mount Woodson Trail offers views of Lake Poway, waterfalls and wildlife with access to Potato Chip Rock which provides a top-down view. The trail can be used for hiking and dog walking.
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2700 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Offering a safe, fenced environment where dogs can play freely, the Ann D. L'Heureux Memorial Dog Park offers expansive space for both large and small breeds. The park also features a water fountain and seating for dog owners.
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Originally founded as a recreational site in 1972, Lake Poway Park focuses mostly on water-based activities in the lake like boating and fishing. The surrounding mountain areas in the park also feature hiking trails, picnic tables, and an archery range.
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For a reasonable price you can have a 2 hour surfing lesson with Whitlock Surfing Experience. The price also includes a day's rental of a wetsuit and board, plus you can book in groups and enjoy a discount.