The theme of this impressive restaurant is France during World War I, and you’re in the headquarters of the 94th Aero Squadron along with Eddie Rickenbacker. Entrées include fresh fish, prime rib, lamb, Australian lobster and aged Midwestern beef. The combination filet mignon and crab-stuffed shrimp is wonderful. Their desserts are superb! Reservations are recommended… (read more)

A perfect place to begin or conclude your discovery of romantic Little Italy is at Anthology. They were recently voted San Diego’s best live music venue and restaurant. So expect to see your favorite jazz, rock and contemporary artists perform while you are pampered with excellent service and outstanding cuisine. The performers rave about this… (read more)

Birch Aquarium (22)… (read more) is the public outreach center for world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, where visitors of all ages can explore more than 3,000 colorful fish and invertebrates as well as cutting-edge ocean- and earth-science research. This is a must-see attraction, with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and La Jolla. The aquarium boasts more

The hottest night club and restaurant in the Gaslamp just got a lot hotter. It’s the new location of the famous Cafe Sevilla at 353 Fifth Ave. Their three floors of dining and live entertainment have it all including flamenco dancing and the liveliest nightclub in the Gaslamp Quarter. Plus, they have a sensational restaurant… (read more)

The Chicken Pie Diner is a perennial winner for being voted “Best Kids Menu” for 20 years in a row. And for 14 years in a row they have been voted “Best Bargain” by Rancho Magazine.… (read more) It’s destination dining at its very best!
So bring your kids here and have a good time and a

If the walls could speak they’d tell you that almost every dignitary in the 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st century had dined here or at least step foot within the walls of this building. The current resident of this historic building is the Firehouse Bar & Grill, which pays homage to the building’s origin. In… (read more)

The waterfront Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport Hotel (8)… (read more) at Liberty Station is nestled along the water and located just minutes from all of the major San Diego Attractions including SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, San Diego Harbor Tours, the Maritime Musuem, historic Old Town San Diego, Coronado, the historic Gaslamp district

Crossroads at House of Blues features a tantalizing new menu inspired by celebrity chef, Aarón Sanchez. Open nightly for dinner and five days a week for lunch, guests can enjoy contemporary classics with a bold twist like Short Rib Meatball Sliders, Lobster Mac n’ Cheese, Shrimp & Grits, Burgers and Salads and irresistible Banana Bread… (read more)

Ideally situated in the beachfront village of La Jolla, California, The Grande Colonial Hotel is a 2012 AAA Four Diamond Award winner and a historic beauty that honors its traditions yet offers contemporary amenities and services beyond other La Jolla hotels near San Diego. Built in 1913 as the Colonial Apartment and Hotel, the Grande… (read more)

For twenty-five years, Hornblower Cruises & Events (4)… (read more) has provided guests with spectacular views and ocean breezes aboard their dinner cruises, champagne brunch cruises, harbor tours and whale watching adventure cruises. Savor, indulge and unwind on a Hornblower Cruise, where you can enjoy the finest in gourmet cuisine, surrounded by spectacular bay views on one

If you’re looking for a truly unique venue in the Gaslamp, the House of Blues on Fifth is sure to please. As San Diego’s premier restaurant and entertainment venue, the artistic environment celebrates African-American cultural contributions of blues music and folk art like never before. In the decorative music hall patrons can find a healthy… (read more)

If you feel the need for speed, visit K1 Speed’s indoor karting center to see firsthand what K1 Speed has to offer. Battle it out with friends and family and see who can set the fast lap! If you are looking for the perfect introduction to go kart racing in San Diego, K1 Speed in… (read more)

It’s located at the north west corner of Clairemont Mesa Boulevard and Ruffin Road behind the Wells Fargo Bank, with easy freeway access from anywhere. Khan’s Cave Asian Tavern & Grill is open Mon.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. and Fri. till 10:30 p.m.; Sat. 4 p.m.–10:30 p.m. It’s closed for lunch on Sat. and totally closed… (read more)

La Bella Cafe & Games (8)… (read more) is the most popular pizza restaurant in Chula Vista. Boasting 55 years in business, they truly have it all including a huge games parlour. Yet, the games are just the latest attraction to go along with entertaining the hundreds of families who dine here everyday.
Without a doubt, the

Established in 1995, La Jolla Kayak (21) is the original ocean kayaking and snorkeling exploration outfit in San Diego County. Today, this full-service kayak, snorkel and beach rental company offers fascinating 90-minute guided tours of the spectacular sea cliffs at the La Jolla Ecological Reserve, the La Jolla Underwater Park and the Seven Caves of… (read more)

LEGOLAND California is home to more than 60 exciting rides, shows and attractions. But the really big news is the world’s first and only LEGOLAND Water Park.
The imagination really flows on Build-A-Raft river, where everyone floats on their own custom-built LEGO raft. The Water Park also features six-person raft slides, single-person tube slides, body… (read more)

Mandarin House (15)… (read more) offers a perfect setting for delicious Chinese cuisine and exceptional service. The inviting dining room offers comfortable seating in big, inviting leather booths, which are perfect for families or a romantic dinner for two.
The extensive menu offers an impressive selection of chicken, beef, pork, duck and seafood dishes. They also have

The fascinating floating museum at the Embarcadero consists of six historic ships: the Star of India, which is the oldest active sailing ship in the world, the steam ferry Berkeley, the steam yacht Medea, the San Diego Harbor Pilot, also an actual Soviet-era diesel B-39 submarine… (read more) and the deepest-diving submarine ever,

Located off Rancho California Road in the heart of Temecula’s wine valley is beautiful Monte De Oro Winery (19).
What sets Monte De Oro apart from the other wineries in the valley is their careful attention to vineyard practices, such as canopy management and controlling yields, as well as our delicate handling of the fruit… (read more)

An ongoing commitment to innovative cuisine using only the freshest local produce makes NINE-TEN a must visit for culinary aficionados. This intimate restaurant, led by award-winning chef Jason Knibb (a 2010 Rising Star Chef winner) and pastry chef Jack Fisher (San Diego’s 2010 Best Chocolatier), offers the perfect combination of sophistication and casual elegance and… (read more)

NTC at Liberty Station, located at the former Naval Training Center in Point Loma, is San Diego’s flagship destination for arts, culture, science and technology. With 28 acres of beautifully renovated Spanish Revival architecture, NTC is a new landmark showcasing San Diego’s creative community, and offering state-of-the-art venues for indoor or outdoor weddings, events, parties,… (read more)

When it comes to selecting the best San Diego Restaurants in the city The Old Town Mexican Cafe (20)… (read more) in the heart of Old Town always come to mind. It is a San Diego legend and a favorite place to eat for residents and out-of-towners alike. Authentic Mexican cuisine is served in a festive spirit,

Phuong Trang is the most recommended Vietnamese restaurant in San Diego. In fact, they won the 2007 Channel 10 News A-List Award for “Best Vietnamese Restaurant” and have been named Best Vietnamese Seafood Restaurant by the San Diego Union. Plus, TV Channels 7 and 8 and San Diego Magazine… (read more) also gave it the highest of

This large 93,505-sq. ft. science center showcases more than 100 interactive attractions. Plus, they offer several films on Southern California’s only IMAX® Dome Theater that surrounds visitors, creating a “you-are-there” experience. Admission ($10) for adults, seniors and children 3–12 years are ($8.75).
IMAX films are extra. They open daily at 9:30 a.m. and close Mon.–Thurs.… (read more)

The fascinating San Diego Air & Space Museum, which is located in the historic Ford Building (25)… (read more) is directly under the flight path of aircraft bound for nearby Lindbergh Field. You can hear these massive jetliners overhead as you browse this astounding collection of aircraft.
This huge museum displays famous aircrafts, engines, spacecraft and

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum features interactive toy trains, Lionel-style electric trains and a 20-scale mile long rail crossing of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Plus, this museum is the only accredited railroad museum in the entire United States. It is the largest permanent operating model railroad exhibit in North America with 27,000 sq.… (read more)

A must-see attraction in Balboa Park is the San Diego Zoo, which celebrates its 94th birthday this year. This 100-acre San Diego Zoo is an international animal experience where guests can see some of the earth’s rarest wild life including giant pandas from China, tree kangaroos from New Guinea and river hippos from Africa.
The… (read more)

North County’s most visited attraction is the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (5) (see map). This 1,800-acre park is home to more than 3,500 animals, representing 260 species. In the fall, the park is open daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. In winter, the park opens daily at 9 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. In the… (read more)

This huge Balboa Park treasure, which is the oldest museum in Southern California, is where you’ll find life-sized dinosaur models and hands-on natural history exhibits. The museum’s permanent exhibition is Fossil Mysteries, which takes you on a journey through 75 million years of Southern California’s rich history.
One of Balboa Park’s best-kept secrets is the… (read more)

Owner/Chef Stefano Ceresoli and his lovely wife Roberta have transformed their already successful Italian restaurant Solare Ristorants & Lounge into a new and delightfully fun place to dine and entertain. They also offer live jazz on Thursday.
Now they have added a new menu to go along with their already personalized service to make dining … (read more)

Dine here once and you’ll undoubtedly become a regular. The reasons are simple: the food tastes great; pretty, young, high-energy servers provide excellent service and the atmosphere is upbeat and friendly. Plus, the retro decor, which is fashioned after a 1940s railroad dining car, is sparkling new and stylish.

You will be pleasantly delighted when you’re escorted to one of three plush dining rooms. Be sure to ask to be seated in the library, and ask for booth 17 or 21. Their combination dinners are very popular. Heavenly desserts are also a specialty here.
Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, The Butcher Shop features… (read more)

The Inn at Sunset Cliffs is the best oceanfront hotel in San Diego and is located in historical Point Loma, California. They are one of only a few San Diego hotels truly located on the Pacific Ocean, just steps away from Ocean Beach. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs is truly one of the only San… (read more)

The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is located in Old Town, at the corner of Harney and Juan Streets. Walk in the steps of The 500 men Mormon Battalion, Army of the West, as they left Winter Quarters, Iowa, and began their infantry march from Fort Leavenworth to the California Pueblo of San Diego. They are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., there are also guided tours and admission is free.

Experience the magic aboard one of the longest-serving aircraft carriers in U.S. Naval history, the USS Midway (13).… (read more). It’s a must-see San Diego attraction. On board you’ll enjoy a self-guided audio tours for adults and families and more than 60 exhibits and displays throughout the ship. These include the galley, berthing spaces, sick bay,

The Torrey Pines Gliderport (30)… (read more) in La Jolla is the place to go for a day to remember. Come see the hang gliders and paragliders gracefully soar off the ocean cliffs at Torrey Pines. It’s a fabulous attraction! Plus, it’s free! If you’ve always wanted to fly a hang glider or paraglider, ask about their