This is Part Two of side trips to take when visiting San Diego, California. (see Part One) My son moved to San Diego from the Boston area and I have had the good fortune to be a tourist in San Diego several times. Here are some more recommended side trips:
When someone says San Diego often the first attraction that comes to mind is the world famous San Diego Zoo. It is conveniently located just on the outskirts of downtown San Diego. It covers over 100 acres and it is known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters. The Zoo can be viewed in a number of ways including walking along the pathways, taking the buses or riding the Skyfari® Aerial Tram. I highly recommend taking the 35 minute Guided Bus Tour when you first arrive to get yourself acclimated. Sit and relax in the double decker bus and enjoy the narrated tour which covers about 70 percent of the Zoo. There is also the Kangaroo Express Bus that has five stops throughout the Zoo to get you to another area of the expansive zoo more quickly than walking. The Zoo recommends a minimum of 3 to 4 hours for your visit. And if you can’t get there in person, check out the Live Cam online. There is a CAM for their famous Giant Pandas, and a number of other animals including my favorite the Polar Bears.zoo.sandiegozoo.org/
The Gaslamp Quarter has become one of San Diego’s most popular neighborhoods, featuring shopping, dining and entertainment in the Victorian-style buildings which were built between 1880 and 1910. The Gaslamp Quarter’s 16 ½ block neighborhood is listed as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. It extends from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and from 4th to 6th avenue. It includes 94 historic buildings which have restaurants, nightclubs and shops. gaslampquarter.org/ gaslamp.org/
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La Jolla is an affluent, hilly, seaside neighborhood in the northern part of San Diego. It has a dramatic curving 7 mile coastline along the Pacific Ocean. It is located 12 miles north of downtown, and is well worth the visit. My mother and I drove along La Jolla Boulevard and went down every side street towards the coastline to admire the luxurious homes. Spectacular views and gorgeous homes abound! Downtown La Jolla is noted for its jewelry stores, boutiques, galleries and upscale restaurants and hotels. Park downtown and walk to La Jolla Cove and Casa Beach (La Jolla Children’s Pool) to see the seals who inhabit the beach year round.
About the Author- Gale Spadafora is one of the Broker Owners at RE/MAX Legacy. She can be contacted through her website at www.GaleSpadafora.com
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