Dubbed 'America's finest city', San Diego is a large, sophisticated urban metropolis with a small-town feel.
In a nutshell
It also boasts the best climate in the USA! Attractions include seemingly endless stretches of white sandy beach, SeaWorld San Diego and world-famous San Diego Zoo (the world's largest).
There are plenty of pursuits for sports enthusiasts, visit Del Mar and Torrey Pines for a range of activities, while those keen on sightseeing can explore Balboa Park and its museums, the trendy revamped Victorian Gaslamp Quarter and the historic Mexican buildings of Old Town. Out of town, visit LEGOLAND and La Jolla in the north, or the Mexican border town of Tijuana down south.
Eats & drinks
The Gaslamp Quarter has over 16 blocks of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. There's also the Casablanca Lounge for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
Getting around
For local trips, trolleys and buses are cheap and run regularly. To travel further afield, your hire car is perfect.
Getting there
San Diego is a straightforward 2 hour 30-min drive from Los Angeles.
Additional info
Time difference - GMT -8 hours