Mary & James
Mary & James
Things to Do
San Diego & Escondido
Escondido is a beautiful area just north of San Diego with a lot to explore. Short drives nearby are Torrey Pines and beaches along the coast, particularly around Del Mar. The Rancho Bernardo Inn has a championship golf course open to the public as well as several other courses in the area.
If you decide to explore San Diego downtown you can explore food, night life in the Gaslamp District, Balboa Park, or great local beaches. We hope you have a great weekend and are able to enjoy the area! Here are a few activities we like that we think you'll appreciate!
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
All guests will have full access to the Safari Park on the day of the ceremony. For a full experience, we recommend checking out the safari excursion which is a $90+ add-on purchased at the Zoo.
San Diego Zoo
Yes, there's 2 Zoos! I'm mainly putting this on here so you know the difference. We're getting married at the Safari Park, but I asked Mary to move in when we visited the main Zoo near downtown San Diego.
LEGOLAND California
Approximately 30-min drive from the hotel, and it's FREAKING LEGOLAND!
Disneyland Park
Approximately 1.5-hr drive north for those looking to extend their trip. Mary will happily give all the recommendations you need for a magical Disney experience!
Gaslamp Quarter - The Historic Heart Of San Diego
Historic downtown of San Diego has strips of great restaurants, bars, and night life. To me it feels a bit like Nashville in Southern California.
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
Beautiful nature reserve dedicated to the Torrey Pine tree and wildlife along the coast. Of course, I'll be aiming to get a tee time at the golf course. Note that reservations for the course open up 90 days out and book quickly.
Balboa Park
Beautiful greenery with restaurants, museums near downtown San Diego.