Beach Cities San Diego County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Pacific Beach Park showing a sunset, landscape views and a sandy beach
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld
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Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Pacific Beach
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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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Central Mission Beach

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach
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La Jolla Shores

While visiting La Jolla Shores, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Shores
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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$450 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$450
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,827 reviews)
Still a good place to stay.
"3rd or 4th stay. Lovely staff. Comfy bed. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$331 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$331
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,660 reviews)
"Easy access to the bay in the big plus for us was we had our boat with the marina next-door?"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

4 out of 5
1775 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$447 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$447
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,291 reviews)
"Lots of homeless in the park adjacent yo the property"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
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"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
Family Vacation
"The property was perfect for our needs. We had 10 adults that stayed in the property, and 2 others that stayed nearby and visited during the day. We loved the location, all the beach items in the shed, the rooms, the grill, the hot tub, the massive garage and alley parking, plenty of tables and chairs ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!

Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!

San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
Exactly as described
"This rental was everything we needed. It was clean, easy to find and get in, located in a great neighborhood and relatively close to the dog beach. Most days we could park super close to the rental, and there were a few days we had to park about a block away. Couldn’t have asked for anything ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families

OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families

San Diego
Stay at this vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! The place had everything we needed, and the host was excellent with communication. Perfect location just steps from the beach and within easy walking distance to restaurants and bars. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families
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Popular places to visit

Mission Bay showing a beach

Mission Bay

4/5(10 reviews)

Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.

Mission Bay
Mission Beach

Mission Beach

4/5(30 reviews)

Soak up the perfect holiday atmosphere at this enduring, lively seaside village.

Mission Beach
SeaWorld

SeaWorld

4/5(12 reviews)

Meet the ocean’s most fascinating creatures face to face at this exhilarating and informative aquatic attraction.

SeaWorld
La Jolla Cove as well as a small group of people

La Jolla Cove

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Discover beautiful beaches and fabulous entertainment in this glamorous oceanfront village.

La Jolla Cove
Mission Beach Boardwalk

Mission Beach Boardwalk

After visiting Mission Beach Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mission Beach Boardwalk
Torrey Pines Golf Course

Torrey Pines Golf Course

Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Torrey Pines Golf Course

Cities near Beach Cities San Diego County

San Diego

San Diego

Del Mar

Del Mar

La Jolla which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming

La Jolla