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San Diego Coastal Driving Tour: Iconic Beaches & Bluffs
4.1
9 Ratings
Del Mar
Embark on a scenic driving tour of San Diego’s iconic beaches and bluffs. Explore Torrey Pines State Reserve, stroll through La Jolla’s village, and take in breathtaking views from Cabrillo National Monument.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Torrey Pines State Beach - Discover San Diego’s coastal climate and find the perfect spot to capture an iconic photo of Torrey Pines State Beach.
- Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - Learn about Torrey Pines Natural Reserve and get recommendations for an easy hike if you wish to explore. Admission is free, but parking isn’t; however, you can find free parking along the beach.
- Torrey Pines Golf Course - We’ll highlight Torrey Pines Golf Course and explain why it might be worth a stop.
- Torrey Pines Gliderport - Watch paragliders take off from the cliffs at Torrey Pines Gliderport and decide if you’d like to try a tandem flight yourself!
- Birch Aquarium at Scripps - We’ll pass by San Diego’s Birch Aquarium and point out the entrance for those interested in visiting.
- La Jolla Shores Park - Get insider tips on activities to enjoy at La Jolla Shores.
- La Jolla Cove - As you drive along Coast Blvd, learn about La Jolla. We’ll share recommendations on restaurants, attractions, and more.
- Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial - Take in the breathtaking panoramic views from Mt. Soledad as we point out major landmarks visible from the summit.
- Bird Rock - Drive through the charming neighborhood of Bird Rock and stop for a coffee at a renowned San Diego coffee roaster.
- Pacific Beach - Get an overview of why Pacific Beach is one of San Diego’s top beach destinations.
- Belmont Park - Drive through Mission Beach and learn what sets it apart from Pacific Beach. Hear about Belmont Park and decide if you want to stop and ride the historic wooden roller coaster.
- Ocean Beach - Explore Ocean Beach, including Dog Beach and the OB Pier. Discover local restaurants and other attractions in this eclectic San Diego neighborhood.
- Sunset Cliffs Natural Park - Drive along Sunset Cliffs Boulevard and learn more about this popular San Diego spot.
- Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery - Enjoy the views from Point Loma as you pass by Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. If you start early, you can drive to the end of the road and visit Cabrillo National Monument (admission not included) before it closes at 5:00 PM. If you choose to visit, you can take in some of the best views of San Diego and Coronado Island or take a short hike down the Bayside Trail.
What's Included
- Convenient app and tour download
- Flexible usage with unlimited access for 30 days
What's Not Included
- Smartphone
- Transportation
Additional Information
Delve into the finest coastal experiences of San Diego through our descriptive driving tour, covering the most renowned beach localities and seaside sights. Revel in the beauty of Torrey Pines State Reserve with a stopover for hiking, explore the quaint lanes of La Jolla’s village, and soak in unrivaled vistas of San Diego from the Cabrillo National Monument. Guided with local pointers and discussions, this driving tour is the ideal choice to get a taste of the popular coastal attractions of San Diego.
Location
2602 Del Mar Heights Rd
Del Mar Heights Road
The tour starts in the parking lot in front of Starbucks in the shopping center just off I-5 North at Del Mar Heights Road.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.1
(9 Ratings)
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Jodi_h
Jul 10, 2024
Easy inexpensive way to see the sights of San Diego - We really enjoyed this tour. It’s well organized and gives a lot of details without being boring for the kids. Highly recommend!
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Rebecca_o
Jun 18, 2024
Great views and great info! - I’ve taken several of these tours and I was so glad to see that they also had one of the bluffs. The views were incredible. The information was interesting. Definitely check out this tour if you are in the area.
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Marksj9635ji
Jun 17, 2024
First Time Users - It was a first time using the app for a tour. The download and play was simple and greatly added to our trip. I can't imagine going on another trip without this. Well done!
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David_w
Apr 29, 2024
Amazing and Fun California Southern Coast - My favorites were the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and La Jolla Cove. The Torrey Pines walking trails and the views are amazing.
I could spend all day at La Jolla Cove watching the Seals on the rocks and the local fare was excellent.
My most favorite was following the guided app and knowing what to look for upcoming during the drive.
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William_b
Apr 1, 2024
San Diego beach culture and breathtaking beauty - This driving tour took me through the most picturesque locations between the Del Mar and Point Loma areas of San Diego, including Torrey Pines, Mount Soledad and Sunset Cliffs. Also included were stops in some great shopping/restaurant districts like La Jolla Village, Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach. Loved the insights in the descriptions of each stop. Highly recommended!
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Padmini_r
Dec 27, 2023
Driving tour - The DriversandDetours app was wonderful and easy to use. Gave us a nice tour of LaJolla, Torres Pines National park and other areas. We could pause and restart the tour whenever we wanted.
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Kaye_c
Jun 10, 2024
My. Soledad was very... - My. Soledad was very pretty. Many beautiful views.
The directions were difficult to follow and one of the streets was closed so had to bypass it.
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Bert_m
Jul 15, 2024
Meh... it is so-so.. just use your own GPS - It is not a full GPS system and that's a problem. And the navigation controls if you skip a site are clunky. You can do just as well or better if you just take the time to plan the sites you want to visit and just use your own GPS. The narration provided is interesting, but the navigation aspect of it needs improvement. If you do decide to use this app, you need to have a designated navigator familiar with the app. It's not like a GPS.
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Poppopnnana
Jul 14, 2024
It is a B- thing. Read my detail for a better way. - It is fairly ok, but not great. This is NOT a substitute GPS. If you make a wrong turn, you need your own GPS to get back on track. Do not even attempt to park at the busy beach at La Jolla. It ain't happening. You actually don't need the guide even though the price is right. Just pick your spots in advance and use your own GPS. The nav controls on the app are clunky. Do NOT miss Cabrillo Nat Mon. Arrive at least by 4pm. It is pretty much only of interest to adults.
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