- Our list of the best things to do in San Diego, California, features the top 306 nearby activities — including 135 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- San Diego, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 29 things to do within the city of San Diego, CA , followed by 277 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, Coronado, Chula Vista, Poway, Santee, El Cajon, Encinitas, Del Mar, Spring Valley, National City, Imperial Beach, Ramona, Escondido, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Palm Springs and Temecula
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The Fat Tire Tour de Fat has world class bands, performance & cirque artists and craft beer all supporting your local non-profits
31.3 Miles
A small, quiet park, Buena Vista park features a duck pond and multiple hiking trails. Visitors can view wildlife, use picnic facilities, and walk or bike on trails of varying widths and difficulty levels.
31.4 Miles
Dixon Lake is available for hiking, camping and, of course, fishing. It also has lodging possibilities and it is the host of several festivals each year.
31.5 Miles
Three lagoons covering more than 1000 acres and including hiking trails, nature preserves, and uncrowded water recreation areas. In Carlsbad Lagoon there are all kind of watersports activities
31.6 Miles
Home to stately shady trees, lush green grass land and picnic tables is Mayflower Dog Park. The park offers a safe, fenced in area for dogs to run and play off leash.
31.7 Miles
A broad, clean white sand beach, Tamarack State Beach is a good destination for a family outing. The beach offers ample parking, and visitors are allowed to build fires if they bring their own pits.
32.1 Miles
Maintained and operated by the City of San Marcos, Walnut Grove Park spans 39 acres. The park features two horse arenas, picnic areas with covered seating, and the Williams Barn, which can be rented for functions.
32.5 Miles
93%
4796 votes
Carlsbad Blvd. and Hwy 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Camping enthusiasts love the Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad, California. The park includes extensive camping facilities with individual sites, token-operated showers and restrooms with running water. Carlsbad State Beach is also open to day visitors.
32.6 Miles
78%
36 votes
Roosevelt Street & Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92018
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Visit Carlsbad Village Farmers Market and visit the fine vendors peddling organic produce, arts and crafts, prepared foods, flowers and baked goods. While there, enjoy live entertainment or learn about other happenings in the village.
32.6 Miles
Established 20 years ago, Witch Creek Winery offers visitors samples of their award-winning red wines. Their grapes are mixed in barrels on location. They also have a gift shop where guests can purchase wine related accessories.
32.6 Miles
96%
480 votes
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COASTER
195 S Tremont St, Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside, CA 92054
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The COASTER commuter train takes riders throughout San Diego County, making eight stops between Oceanside and downtown San Diego, making it an ideal way to get to Chargers games. The entire train ride takes around an hour to complete.