MORE REASONS TO STAY...AT PACIFIC VIEW INN
Start your morning at beautiful Pacific Beach before going to all the famous locations in San Deigo.
Beaches - Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach has several distinct areas. Directly in frontof the hotel is North Pacific Beach, a calmer stretch of beach with lifeguard-supervised swimming areas. That flows under the Crystal Pier to a busier strip of Pacific Beach with a popular walking and biking strand dotted with beach-front bars and dining.
Tourmaline Surfing Park, North of Pacific View Inn, is a surfing-only beach, popular for beginners. When the wind comes up, you will see windsurfers and kiteboarders taking advantage of the conditions.
Belmont Park
The historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster makes Belmont Park a favorite for many! San Diego's only beachfront amusement and entertainment center, Belmont Park is an admission-free spot to enjoy waffle cones and corn dogs after mini-golf, rock climbing and rides. From simulated surf machines to ocean-view dining, Belmont Park has fun for all.
San Diego Zoo
Located in Balboa Park, the world-famous San Diego Zoo offers sanctuary to more than 3500 rare and endangered animals and a botanical collection with more than 700,000 exotic plants. Stroll among animal habitats, view wildlife and take part in educational activities that expand learnings of nature and conservancy.
In a separate location, about 30 miles North, is the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, originally named the San Diego Wild Animal Park. An expansive 1800-acre wildlife sanctuary, the Safari Park is home to species from all continents, including Africa, Asia and Australia.
Balboa Park
One of the most popular urban parks in the United States, this bucolic paradise is packed with an array of attractions, including the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Museums, performing arts venues, lovely gardens and recreational activities are also contained in the 1200 acres of this must-see destination. The Balboa Park Golf Course features a challenging par-72 and a nine-hole executive course, driving range and practice putting greens with views to Downtown San Diego, Point Loma and the Pacific Ocean.
WATER ADVENTURES
From kayaks and paddle-boards to Duffy Boat rentals and dining on a riverboat, water adventures await in San Diego. Sales and rentals of equipment are available all along Pacific Beach and neighboring Mission Beach. Many have lessons and local tours to help you get out or in the water during your stay. Surfing and swimming are great options
OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO
Created in 1769, Old Town is the historic heart of San Diego. Enjoy authentic Mexican food and freshly made tortillas, listen to the strolling mariachis and shop in the many specialty stores for unique souvenirs. Tour haunted buildings, reflect in the fountains at Fiesta del Reyes and in the Bazaar del Mundo and explore lush gardens. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park has admission-free entrance to its museums to learn about the history and culture of Old Town San Diego.
