San Diego 4-Day Trip

Day 1

Arrival Evening - Gaslamp Quarter

🚗 6:30 PM🕐 · 2 hours

Departure from Ontario

Drive from Ontario to San Diego via I-15 South

Tip Traffic can be heavy on Friday evening, consider leaving slightly earlier if possible

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🍽️ 8:45 PM🕐 · 1.5 hours · $$

The Fish Market

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Fresh seafood with harbor views, famous for their grilled mahi-mahi and clam chowder

Google 4.4 · 7,841+Yelp 4.0 · 3,200+

Tip Located right on the harbor with outdoor seating available

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Puesto at The Headquarters

Upscale Mexican cuisine with creative tacos and guacamole made tableside

G 4.4

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Puesto at The Headquarters

Upscale Mexican cuisine with creative tacos and guacamole made tableside

G 4.4

🚗 5 min

🏨 5:00 PM🕐 · Check-in

manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Return to hotel

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Day 2

Balboa Park & Old Town

🎡 9:00 AM🕐 · 3 hours

Balboa Park

Massive 1,200-acre cultural park with 17 museums, Spanish Colonial architecture, and beautiful gardens

Google 4.7 · 45,000+

Tip Start at the Botanical Building and California Tower for panoramic views

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San Diego Zoo

World-renowned zoo with over 3,500 animals and unique habitats

G 4.6

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San Diego Zoo

World-renowned zoo with over 3,500 animals and unique habitats

G 4.6

🚗 5 min

🍽️ 12:05 PM🕐 · 1 hour · $$

The Prado at Balboa Park

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Latin-inspired cuisine in a stunning Spanish Colonial building, famous for their fish tacos and margaritas

Google 4.4 · 3,426+Yelp 4.0 · 2,100+

Tip Patio seating available with views of the park's architecture

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Panama 66

Casual outdoor restaurant with craft beer and California-style cuisine

G 4.2

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Panama 66

Casual outdoor restaurant with craft beer and California-style cuisine

G 4.2

🚗 10 min

🍽️ 6:00 PM🕐 · 1.5 hours · $$

Cafe Coyote

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Authentic Mexican restaurant in Old Town, famous for handmade tortillas and carne asada

Google 4.3 · 13,704+Yelp 4.0 · 4,200+

Tip Watch them make fresh tortillas in the front window

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Casa Guadalajara

Colorful Mexican restaurant with mariachi music and festive atmosphere

G 4.2

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Casa Guadalajara

Colorful Mexican restaurant with mariachi music and festive atmosphere

G 4.2

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Day 3

SeaWorld & La Jolla

🎡 9:00 AM🕐 · 4 hours

SeaWorld San Diego

Marine life theme park with dolphin and orca shows, aquariums, and thrilling rides

Google 4.4 · 32,000+

Tip Arrive at opening to catch the Orca Encounter show and beat the crowds

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USS Midway Museum

Historic aircraft carrier museum with restored aircraft and interactive exhibits

G 4.7

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USS Midway Museum

Historic aircraft carrier museum with restored aircraft and interactive exhibits

G 4.7

🚗 10 min

🍽️ 1:10 PM🕐 · 1 hour · $$

Mitch's Seafood

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Popular seafood restaurant in San Diego.

Google 4.6 · 5,946+Yelp 4.0 · 2,800+

Tip Request patio seating for direct ocean views

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🚗 25 min

🎡 2:35 PM🕐 · 2 hours

La Jolla Cove

Stunning coastal area with sea lions, dramatic cliffs, and crystal-clear waters perfect for snorkeling

Google 4.7 · 18,000+

Tip Walk along the coastal trail and watch seals basking on the rocks

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Coastal hiking trails with panoramic ocean views and rare Torrey pine trees

G 4.7

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Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

Coastal hiking trails with panoramic ocean views and rare Torrey pine trees

G 4.7

🚗 5 min

🍽️ 6:30 PM🕐 · 1.5 hours · $$

Duke's La Jolla

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Hawaiian-inspired seafood restaurant with oceanfront views and famous hula pie dessert

Google 4.5 · 8,500+Yelp 4.0 · 3,100+

Tip Reserve a table on the patio for sunset views over the Pacific

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George's at the Cove

Upscale California coastal cuisine with stunning ocean views

G 4.6

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George's at the Cove

Upscale California coastal cuisine with stunning ocean views

G 4.6

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Day 4

Seaport Village & Departure

🎡 9:00 AM🕐 · 1.5 hours

Seaport Village

Waterfront shopping and dining complex with bay views, unique shops, and street performers

Google 4.4 · 15,000+

Tip Great spot for souvenir shopping and morning coffee by the water

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Embarcadero Marina Park

Waterfront park with walking paths and views of San Diego Bay

G 4.5

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Embarcadero Marina Park

Waterfront park with walking paths and views of San Diego Bay

G 4.5

🚗 10:45 AM🕐 · 2 hours

Return Drive to Ontario

Drive back to Ontario via I-15 North

Tip Plan to arrive back in Ontario by 11:30 AM as requested, avoid morning rush hour traffic

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