Visit San Diego, California
In San Diego, you will find beautiful beaches, incredible weather and unbeatable cuisine.
Where is San Diego?
San Diego is one of the major cities within California, close to the Mexican border. San Diego is 2.5 hours drive from Los Angeles, nearly 3 hours drive from Joshua Tree National Park and 5 hours drive from Lake Havasu, and is a great way to end a Californian road trip
What is the Weather like in San Diego?
One thing you can count on in California, is the sunshine, making San Diego a great road trip stop all year long. San Diego has average temperatures of 72 degrees, with July to October averaging 76 degrees. Locals often say “May Grey” and “June Gloom” for these 2 months when the marine layer forms offshore but it’s normally burnt off before noon.
What to do in San Diego?
Hit the beach! Mission Beach, Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach are gorgeous sunny spots where you can check out fun beach bars and cafes as well as doing a spot of shopping. The Gaslamp Quarter comes alive at night, with wine bars, bowling alleys and clubs lining the streets. Attractions across San Diego include the incredible Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. The USS Midway is a great way to spend a few hours. This historical naval aircraft carrier turned museum houses a collection of aircraft, all of which you can enter and explore!
Food and Drink in San Diego, California…
San Diego is the ‘Craft Beer Capital’ of America! With award-winning brews across the city, there’s a lot you need to sample! Brewer tours are available and highly recommended to get a real flavour for behind the scenes. Titled one of “America’s best cities for foodies” by Travel & Leisure magazine, San Diego has an insane culinary scene full of amazing flavours and creativity. Only 20 miles from the border, the Mexican cuisine here is phenomenal!
explore the road trips that visit San Diego, California below...

SoCal, So Vegas
Los Angeles (3), Orange County, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach (2) San Diego (2) Temecula Wine Region, Palm Springs (2), Lake Havasu (1), Grand Canyon (1) and Las Vegas (3)

Pacific Coast Highway
Visit San Francisco, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur, Pacific Coast Highway, Hearst Castle, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Laguna Beach & San Diego

Southwest Explorer
Visit Scottsdale, Sedona, Grand Canyon National Park, Old Route 66, Las Vegas, Joshua Tree National Park, Palm Springs, San Diego, Laguna Beach & Los Angeles

Ultimate Southwest
Scottsdale, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Las Vegas, Yosemite, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Big Sur, Los Angeles, San Diego & more
