It’s no secret that San Diego boasts some of the most gorgeous year-round weather in the country, and this beauty doesn’t stop with sunshine. Consider any of the following tourist spots for fantastic views and a stunning experience.
Gaslamp: Altitude Sky Bar
This rooftop bar at the Marriot downtown San Diego is great for some great city scenery, especially at night. Enjoy killer views of Downtown, Petco Park and Coronado, and the entire downtown San Diego scene. The drinks and the ambiance allow for a fun but more relaxed lounge vibe that can be truly enjoyed.
La Jolla: George’s at the Cove
If you want a scenic as much as you want fantastic culinary excellence, George’s in La Jolla is the place to go. The food is delectable, the presentation is stellar and the gorgeous ocean views are a breathtaking icing on the cake.
Encinitas: Quail Botanical Gardens
Located in North County, the Quail Botanical Gardens boast four miles of garden trails, flowering trees, desert gardens, majestic palms, and the nation’s largest bamboo collection. The gardens are sectioned off by regions, and it’s truly fascinating to see the diversity of plant life that is able to thrive and survive in this gorgeous climate.
Broken Hill at Torrey Pines State Preserve
A favorite hiking spot among locals and tourists alike, the Torrey Pines State Preserve features comfortable trails among rare Torrey Pine trees and breathtaking views of the coastline. If you take the trail to the overlook at the very end, you’ll be treated not only to gorgeous views of the coastline, but also to incredible sandy and sedimentary formations that resemble what one might envision as beautiful bones of the earth.
La Jolla: Mount Soledad
A prominent San Diego landmark, Mt. Soledad offers stunning panoramic views of all this great city has to offer. The 360-degree views offer the glistening Pacific Ocean to the west, the city skyline to the south, hilly mountains to the east and Torrey Pines State Preserve to the north. On a clear day, you can even see all the way to Mexico.
Poway: Potato Chip Rock
Located at the summit of the fairly tough Mt. Woodson hiking trail, Potato Chip Rock is the epitome of a reward. Potato Chip Rock offers an unforgettable background to take pictures since it looks like you’re on the ledge of a very thin cliff. In addition to the amazing rock formation, the views and scenery from the top of the mountain are epic!