One-Day Family Adventure in San Diego, California

Day 1: Family Fun Day

San Diego, California

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Cottage

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at The Cottage, known for its scrumptious French toast and fresh fruit.
Drive from your hotel to The Cottage located in La Jolla. Allow 15 minutes for parking and walking to the restaurant.
USD20, 1 hour

9:30AM

La Jolla Cove Beach

After breakfast, unwind at La Jolla Cove where you can explore tide pools, relax on the beach, and observe sea lions basking on the rocks.
Drive approximately 5 minutes from The Cottage to La Jolla Cove. There is ample public parking nearby.
Free, 2 hours

11:30AM

San Diego Zoo

Next, head to the world-famous San Diego Zoo to experience its diverse wildlife, including giant pandas, polar bears, and vibrant flora.
Take a 20-minute drive from La Jolla Cove to the zoo. Parking is available on-site.
USD65 adult, USD55 child, 3 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at The Prado

Enjoy lunch at The Prado located within Balboa Park, where the family can savor a variety of dishes in a vibrant setting.
Walk 10 minutes from the zoo to The Prado.
USD25, 1 hour

3:30PM

Balboa Park Exploration

After lunch, stroll through Balboa Park and explore its beautiful gardens, playgrounds, and family-friendly museums such as the Nearby Fleet Science Center.
You can wander through the park on foot as it’s adjacent to The Prado.
Free to enter the park, USD20 for Fleet Science Center, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Filippi's Pizza Grotto

Cap off your day with a family-friendly dinner at Filippi's Pizza Grotto, where kids and adults alike can enjoy hearty pizza and pasta dishes.
Drive 15 minutes from Balboa Park to Little Italy where Filippi's is located.
USD40, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Evening Walk along the Embarcadero

End your family day with a relaxing evening walk along the Embarcadero, taking in beautiful views of the bay and city skyline.
Drive 10 minutes from Filippi's Pizza Grotto to the Embarcadero. Parking is available along the waterfront.
Free, 1 hour
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