San Diego Coastal Driving Tour: Iconic Beaches & Bluffs
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3 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 - We’ll tell you about San Diego’s coastal climate and show you the best place to stop to snap an iconic picture of Torrey Pines State Beach.
- Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - We’ll tell you about Torrey Pines Natural Reserve and recommend an easy hike if you’re interested in stopping.
- Torrey Pines Golf Course - We’ll point out Torrey Pines Golf Course including why you might want to pull in and stop.
- Torrey Pines Gliderport - Watch paragliders run off the edge of the cliff at Torrey Pines Gliderport and decide if you want to go up on a tandem flight of your own!
- Birch Aquarium at Scripps - We’ll drive right by San Diego’s Birch Aquarium and point out the entrance for those interested in stopping.
- La Jolla Shores Park - Get the inside scoop on things to do in La Jolla Shores.
- La Jolla Cove - Learn about La Jolla as you drive along Coast Blvd. We’ll share recommendations on restaurants, attractions and more.
- Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial - Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views from atop Mt Soledad as we point out all the major landmarks visible from the top.
- Bird Rock - Drive through the quaint neighborhood of Bird Rock and stop for a coffee at a famous San Diego coffee roaster.
- Pacific Beach - Get an overview of what makes Pacific Beach one of the top beach destinations in San Diego.
- Belmont Park - Drive through Mission Beach as we point out what makes it different from Pacific Beach. Hear about Belmont Park before deciding whether you want to stop and ride the historic wooden roller coaster.
- Ocean Beach - Drive through Ocean Beach including Dog Beach and the OB Pier. Hear about some local restaurants and other happenings in this funky San Diego neighborhood.
- Sunset Cliffs Natural Park - Drive down Sunset Cliffs Boulevard as you hear more about this local San Diego attraction.
- Cabrillo National Monument - If you get an early start, you can make it to Cabrillo National Monument before they close at 5:00 PM. Enjoy 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
- Torrey Pines State Reserve: $10-$25 per vehicle (demand based pricing)
- Birch Aquarium: Adult $24.95, Child (3-17) $19.95, Senior (60+) $22.95
- Cabrillo National Monument: $20 per vehicle
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
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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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