Things to do in San Diego, California (CA): The Best Outdoor Activities

May 15, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

San Diego embodies laid-back California culture, complete with a Boardwalk, surfing communities, and outstanding Mexican food. Breathe in the fresh ocean air at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, then gobble down a fresh fish taco at a La Jolla seafood joint. The naval aircrafts at the USS Midway Museum will have you standing at attention. A free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion is the perfect way to unwind after a Saturday night bar-hop in the thumping Gaslamp Quarter.
Restaurants in San Diego

1. SD Bike Tours

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5.0 based on 6 reviews

SD Bike Tours

SD Bike Tours specializes in personalized small tours. Our Mission is to share the special areas of downtown San Diego by bike with locals and visitors alike. Come join us to get an insider's perspective on the activities and vibe of this booming Urban Center. On your ride we will see many of the neighborhoods that bring unique character and makes San Diego America’s Finest City.

2. Star of India

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4.5 based on 80 reviews

Star of India

This famous sailing ship docks at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

3. Hornblower Cruises & Events

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4.5 based on 1,264 reviews

Hornblower Cruises & Events

Restaurant on the water! Nightly Dinner Cruises, Champagne Brunch with live jazz, Harbor tours,Sightseeing of San Diego Bay. Cocktail Cruises, Whale Watching and dolphin watching cruises, Fireworks dinner cruises and Lobster Dinner Cruises! Private yacht charters, holiday parties and destination wedding receptions for groups from two to 1200. Family-friendly with discounts for children, seniors, military and groups. Enjoy a FREE 1 or 2 hour Harbor Tour within a week of your birthday . Hornblower has a fleet of yachts to provide an amazing celebration such as company holiday parties, New Year's Eve parties, Parade of Lights cruises, unique meetings venue, school dances. City Cruises has been serving California for over 39 years.

4. San Diego Seal Tours

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4.5 based on 820 reviews

San Diego Seal Tours

See the best of San Diego by land and sea on the Seals. Aboard the Hydra Terra’s, you will discover the birthplace of California and its rich history before splashing into San Diego Harbor for a totally different perspective of America’s Finest City. Get a close up view of North Island Naval Air Station, Aircraft Carrier Row and the beautiful downtown skyline. Along the way you might run into some locals as well, California sea lions.

5. Flagship Cruises & Events

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4.5 based on 2,090 reviews

Flagship Cruises & Events

Flagship Cruises & Events is a local, family-owned and operated yacht charter, cruise and events company serving San Diego since 1915. We specialize in gourmet dinner cruises, harbor tours, patriot jet boat thrill rides, private charters, corporate events, weddings and many more special occasions. We also offer whale watching excursions December through April, and year-round ferry and water taxi service to Coronado Island and along San Diego Bay.

6. San Diego's 59 Mile Scenic Drive

Embarcadero 996 The Embarcadero, San Diego, CA 92101 http://www.sandiego.org/article_set/Visitors/11/338/
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San Diego's 59 Mile Scenic Drive

7. Wheels of Fun - Marriott Marquis & Marina

333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-7709 +1 619-342-7244 http://wheelfunrentals.com/Locations/San-Diego-4
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Wheels of Fun - Marriott Marquis & Marina

8. CycleTrolley

CycleTrolley

Socialize, Pedal & Drink, Make Friends, Bar on Wheels, Meet and Greet, Birthday Parties, Team Building, Corporate Events, Bachelorette Parties, BYOB. Cycle Trolley is the most interesting, flexible, fun-filled way to experience Hollywood unique attractions and iconic landmarks. We offer a tour led by passionate, local, well-informed guides who love introducing people to The Entertainment Capital of the World.

9. Nicole Van Logtenberg

Nicole Van Logtenberg

I am a hiking guide and yoga instructor with a passion for nature, exploration and meeting people from all different cultural backgrounds. As a world traveler myself I love creating experiences that I search for on my own travels. My experiences are innovated for travelers of all different cultural backgrounds to connect to their mind body and spirit thru hiking, yoga, breathe work, spiritual nourishment & enjoying the breathtaking nature in San Diego.

10. Seabreeze Sailing

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