San Diego County Travel Guide

California
Balboa Park which includes a city, heritage architecture and château or palace

Popular cities in San Diego County

San Diego
San Diego
Known for Beaches, Sea and Ports
On the sun-drenched Pacific coast, this Southern California city provides great beaches, a famous zoo, historic sites and exciting nightlife.

Reasons to visit

  • San Diego Convention Center
  • Petco Park
  • Waterfront Park
La Jolla which includes general coastal views, a beach and swimming
La Jolla
Known for Beaches, Sea and Sunsets
This Californian beach town attracts luxury travelers, newlyweds and surfers with gorgeous palm tree parklands, secluded nudist beaches and spectacular waves.

Reasons to visit

  • La Jolla Cove
  • University of California, San Diego
  • Torrey Pines Golf Course
Legoland California featuring rides
Carlsbad
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to Carlsbad! Enjoy its beaches, theme park and oceanfront.

Reasons to visit

  • LEGOLAND® California
  • Carlsbad State Beach
  • South Carlsbad State Beach
Oceanside
Oceanside
Known for Beaches, Sea and Ports
Trip time! Discover the beaches, seaside and sunsets in Oceanside.

Reasons to visit

  • Oceanside Strand Beach
  • Oceanside Harbor Beach
  • Mission San Luis Rey Church
Coronado Beach showing a beach and tropical scenes as well as a small group of people
Coronado
Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea
Sunny beaches, leafy streets and a relaxed small-town vibe are all good reasons to visit this charming peninsula that curves into beautiful San Diego Bay.

Reasons to visit

  • Hotel del Coronado
  • Coronado Ferry Landing
  • Silver Strand State Beach
Escondido
Escondido
Known for Family-friendly, Safaris and Zoo
Escape to Escondido! Enjoy its zoo, hockey and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
  • Cordiano Winery