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Synopsis
See the City with a Local
Craft beer and fish tacos, world-class beaches and water sports, and museums and zoos: get to know this SoCal hotspot with Moon San Diego. Inside you'll find:
- Flexible, strategic itineraries that can be adapted for your schedule, budget, and interests, including: "The Best of San Diego," "Best Beaches," "Best Craft Breweries," and "Family-Friendly San Diego"
- Expert, local insight from San Diego native, craft brew enthusiast, and avid surfer Ian Anderson
- Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around
- Full color, vibrant photos throughout
- Detailed maps of each neighborhood
- The top attractions and unique activities in each area: Hop on the San Diego Trolley to explore historic Old Town (including the birthplace of Pueblo San Diego), or window shop in upscale La Jolla. Lounge on some of the best beaches in Southern California, try a surfing lesson, or take a boat out for the day. Say hi to the pandas and polar bears at the renowned San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, or stroll through the myriad museums in Balboa Park. Catch a local theater production, sample award-winning Mexican food, and grab a happy hour pint at one of the countless local breweries
- Suggestions for day trips from San Diego, including Anza-Borrego State Park, Temecula, and Tijuana (with tips for those planning to cross the border for a day )
- Thorough information, including background on the landscape, plants and animals, climate, and local culture
With Moon San Diego's curated advice, myriad activities, and local insight, you can experience the city your way. Can't enough of the Golden State? Try Moon California. Hitting the road? Try Moon California Road Trip.
Synopsis
Catch a wave, explore the buzzing craft beer scene, or just hang loose on the beach. Whether you're seeking thrills or kicking back, get a taste of the SoCal lifestyle with Moon San Diego. Inside you'll find: - Flexible, strategic itineraries including the best of the city, beaches, and breweries, plus ideas for family-friendly fun
- The top sights and unique experiences: Swim at Ocean Beach or kayak around La Jolla Cove. Hop on the San Diego Trolley to explore historic Old Town, shop for Mexican pottery, or take a surfing lesson. Snap a pic with the pandas and polar bears at the renowned San Diego Zoo and stroll through the museums in Balboa Park
- Get a Taste of the City: Savor authentic Baja-style cuisine or belly up to the window of a food truck for fresh fish tacos
- Bars and Nightlife: Sample a flight of craft beers at a trendy brewery, bar crawl along Pacific Beach or in the Gaslamp Quarter, or watch a movie under the stars at one of the city's outdoor cinemas
- Local insight from brew enthusiast, avid surfer, and San Diego native Ian Anderson
- Day trips from San Diego: Taste wines in Temecula, enjoy the wildflowers in Anza-Borrego State Park, or cross the border into Tijuana
- Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around
- Maps and Tools like background information on the history and culture of the city, easy-to-read maps, full-color photos, and neighborhood guides from historic Old Town to seaside Coronado
With Moon San Diego's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of the city.
Can't enough of the Golden State? Try
Moon California. Hitting the road? Try
Moon Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip.