11 days in San Diego Itinerary

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Coronado Island. Step out of the city life by going to Lions, Tigers & Bears and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Diego: South Carlsbad State Beach (in Carlsbad), Moonlight State Beach (in Encinitas) and Del Mar City Beach (in Del Mar). And it doesn't end there: hike along San Clemente Coastal Trail, kick back and relax at La Jolla Shores Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Coronado Beach, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Mission Beach Boardwalk.

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Washington DC to San Diego is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Washington DC to San Diego, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Washington DC in June: high temperatures in San Diego hover around 73°F and lows are around 64°F. On the 5th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.