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San Diego, California at night (Ron Niebrugge/courtesy, California Travel & Tourism Commission)

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San Diego Travel Tips

  • Plan in advance for summer. San Diego hotel rates can increase during the summer (roughly late May through late August), and reserving months in advance is a good idea. Keep in mind that weather is better in late summer than early summer, when skies can be overcast.
  • Avoid LAX. Even though you may get better airfare deals flying into L.A., the money saved is usually not worth making the drive through traffic. A number of low-cost carriers serve San Diego's uncrowded and pleasant airport.
  • Experience an African safari at the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park.
  • Play on San Diego's rich beaches—four recreational areas stretch from southern Border Field State Beach to northern La Jolla.
  • Head to Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park art and space museums, and historic Old Town.

San Diego Overview

Over the past 2 decades, San Diego has evolved past its old reputation as a slow-growth, conservative Navy town graced with 70 miles of fabulous sandy coastline. Of course, the military link is still present today, with a handful of large bases throughout the county. But the city—California's first and the nation's eighth largest—now hosts a diversity of neighborhoods and residents to rival Los Angeles. San Diego reflects its Spanish-Mexican heritage in every corner; you won't forget that bustling Tijuana is just across the border, less than 30 minutes away. San Diego also boasts one of the nation's priciest housing markets and a biotech/tourism/telecom economy that's firing on all cylinders. A full-fledged building boom is transforming formerly seedy downtown neighborhoods and architecturally rich suburbs into upscale wonders. And the stylish young residents and shop owners they attract are, in turn, updating and enriching San Diego's dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Read More

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from: $152

Hotel La Jolla at the Shores

7955 La Jolla Shores Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

142 Chesterfield Drive
Cardiff by the Sea, CA Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Catamaran Resort & Spa

3999 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92109 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Attractions

Cabrillo National Monument

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Point Loma
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr
San Diego, California

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Breathtaking views mingle with the history of San Diego, starting with the arrival of Juan... Read More

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Gaslamp Quarter

(Broadway to Harbor Dr. and 4th to 6th Ave.)
Downtown San Diego
San Diego, California 92101

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: A near 145-year expansion project, The Gaslamp Quarter still flaunts its Victorian flair with... Read More
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Hotel del Coronado

Coronado
1500 Orange Ave
Coronado, California

Distance: 2.6 mi. (from destination center)

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Built in 1888, this turreted Victorian seaside resort remains an enduring, endearing national... Read More

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Airports

Major Airports near San Diego

Distance (mi.)
San Diego-Lindbergh Field Airport 2.0 map Flight Deals to SAN
Santa Ana John Wayne Airport 77.6 map Flight Deals to SNA
Ontario International Airport 96.1 map Flight Deals to ONT

Other Smaller Airports near San Diego

Distance (mi.)
Palm Springs Municipal Airport 86.1 map Flight Deals to PSP
El Centro/Imperial Imperial County Airport 92.8 map
Long Beach Municipal Airport 95.5 map Flight Deals to LGB

Flight Deals to San Diego

Originating From
San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) $104
Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego (SAN) $126
Salt Lake City (SLC) to San Diego (SAN) $147
Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN) $206
Seattle (SEA) to San Diego (SAN) $221

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San Diego Vacation Rentals

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FABULOUS CALIFORNIA BUNGALOW

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Blender, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Freezer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Pets OK, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Towels, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access
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San Diego Executive Home

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 7
Amenities: No Pets, Non-Smoking
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~~ Tuscany Villa Home ~ 3 blocks from El Paseo~~

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, Fireplace, Linens, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool, Towels, Wireless Internet Access
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