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Unusual Things to Do in San Diego

We made lists and lists of things to do in San Diego while you’re on vacation. We’ve pointed out all the San Diego classics: SeaWorld, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park – all the local favorites. But sometimes, you’re not interested in the hit parade. Sometimes, it’s fun to break the mold and do something a little bit different and away from the mainstream. San Diego offers all kinds of adventures, so it’s about finding the right fit for you. Here are a few more unusual things to do in San Diego.

Take a Sunset Ride in a Hot Air Balloon

Enjoy picturesque views of Del Mar in a hot air balloon. Schedule a fun family ride or a romantic trip to the skies in the late afternoon for an ideal sunset journey. Taking a ride in a hot air balloon is one of the most iconic and romantic things you can do in San Diego.

Compass Balloons offers sunset hot air balloon rides that provide a clear view of the beautiful coastline to the skyscrapers of downtown San Diego and beyond. Sip champagne as you soar over the best golf courses in the world, including Rancho Santa Fe Country Club. Journey through a maze of coastal canyons with awe-inspiring views.

A couple’s hot-air balloon ride is one of the more romantic adventures you can have in San Diego. (Photo courtesy compassballoons.com)

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11 More Places to Visit on Vacation in San Diego

If you spend any time researching San Diego vacation places to visit, you’ll quickly generate a long list of must-dos – like the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Legoland, Belmont Park, Balboa Park, Birch Aquarium, and the USS Midway Museum. There are also wonderful activities in the city, along the shore, and in the ocean that you shouldn’t miss, such as whale watching, snorkeling at La Jolla, and catching the perfect sunset at Point Loma.

In case you missed it, we covered the most common 16 Places to Visit on Vacation in San Diego in another blog post. You can read it here. Let’s dive into some of the unique San Diego places to visit and things to do while visiting Southern California.

The bridge to Coronado Island is a fun way to get to one of San Diego’s most beautiful beaches. (Photo courtesy sandiego.org.)

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16 Places to Visit on Vacation in San Diego

Sure, San Diego’s best known for its spectacular beaches and fantastic weather year-round, but there are many fun things to do in the city if you know where to look. America’s Finest City is chock-full of popular attractions, exciting activities, and a few hidden gems you don’t want to miss on your next vacation. To get you started, here is a bucket list of the best things to do in San Diego, including 16 places to visit (in no particular order). It’s the ideal San Diego sightseeing checklist!

The Gaslamp Quarter is San Diego’s trendy entertainment and restaurant district. (Photo courtesy sandiego.org)

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Best of San Diego Trip Itinerary

There’s a lot to see and do on a San Diego vacation, and sometimes a few days just won’t cut it. If you’ve never been to San Diego or don’t plan on returning for a while, you might want to plan a more extended vacation so that you can fit in everything. The city offers scenic skylines, historic buildings, parks, beach piers, seaside villages, and unforgettable sunsets. There’s sun, surf, stunning beaches, a flourishing culinary and craft beer scene, trendy shopping, and fantastic art galleries. It doesn’t matter if you’re an independent traveler, romantic couple, family with young children, or a larger group; there are just some things you won’t want to miss.

A typical trip to San Diego involves visiting the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, and the USS Midway Museum. San Diego has several beautiful beaches like Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, and La Jolla that offer swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and biking along the beach boardwalks. There’s so much to do. San Diego attractions and activities range from theme parks and zoos to museums and tours. To help with your vacation planning, we’ve put together a 7-Day Best of San Diego Trip Itinerary that hits all the highlights. Here are our top suggestions for where to go and what to do.

Want to know how to do San Diego in seven days? We have you covered. (Photo courtesy sandiego.org)

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San Diego’s Best Craft Brew Festivals

San Diego is a beer lover’s paradise. The city is filled with beautiful bars, taverns, and pubs and is home to terrific craft breweries. Many vacationers choose San Diego as their destination to try all the fantastic food and brews the city offers. If you love visiting a new brewery and ordering a flight, you’re going to love San Diego! In addition to all of the great drinking establishments around town, the city also hosts a few fun craft beer festivals that you shouldn’t miss. These are San Diego’s best craft brew festivals and events.

San Diego is home to some amazing craft brew festivals throughout the year. Here are the best ones you shouldn’t miss. (Photo courtesy sandiego.org)

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San Diego’s Miramar Air Show Takes Flight in September

The Miramar Air Show, held annually at the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, is a three-day air show highly regarded as one of the best. It is the largest military air show in the United States – often considered the world’s best military air show – routinely drawing crowds of more than 700,000 people. In September, the annual event takes place at the air station and has been a regular occurrence for nearly seven decades.

If you’ve ever seen the 1986 movie “Top Gun” with Tom Cruise, you’re probably familiar with the legend of Miramar. The air station has been the proving ground for America’s best pilots since the latter half of the 20th century. The air show is the perfect opportunity to see these incredible pilots in action, maneuvering some of the finest aircraft in the world for your enjoyment. The Miramar Air Show is an ideal family-friendly event that is relaxing, thrilling, informational, and patriotic all rolled into one. It’s a tremendous outdoor activity for everyone, with perfect temperatures, bluebird skies, and plenty of fresh air.

The legendary Blue Angels regularly perform at the Miramar Air Show. (Photo courtesy sandiego.org)

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