Marsha’s Golden Hill Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Stroll along the Port of San Diego to learn about the history of America’s Finest City’s and experience military ships, monuments, and memorials.
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Broadway Pier
1000 N EmbarcaderoStroll along the Port of San Diego to learn about the history of America’s Finest City’s and experience military ships, monuments, and memorials.
Less than 3 miles away / 6 minute drive. Little Italy Farmer’s Market is held every Sat from 8am-2pm, and Wed 9am-1:30p, with over 200 tents lining Date Street (from Kettner Boulevard to Front Street). Delicious food and lovely sight-seeing.
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Little Italy
Less than 3 miles away / 6 minute drive. Little Italy Farmer’s Market is held every Sat from 8am-2pm, and Wed 9am-1:30p, with over 200 tents lining Date Street (from Kettner Boulevard to Front Street). Delicious food and lovely sight-seeing.
A former Naval Training Center. Grounded in military tradition, the center welcomed its first navy recruits in 1923. Now home to a variety of yummy restaurants and bay vibes.
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I-Steshini ye-Liberty
2640 Historic Decatur RdA former Naval Training Center. Grounded in military tradition, the center welcomed its first navy recruits in 1923. Now home to a variety of yummy restaurants and bay vibes.
A few miles from the condo. Comic con! And other conventions, of course.
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I-Centre ye-Convention ye-San Diego
111 W Harbor DrA few miles from the condo. Comic con! And other conventions, of course.
One mile from the condo. America’s finest city, alongside the harbor.
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Downtown San Diego
1409 Fourth AvenueOne mile from the condo. America’s finest city, alongside the harbor.
Coronado is a California resort city on a peninsula in San Diego Bay. It’s known for the grand Victorian Hotel del Coronado, which opened in 1888. Across from the hotel, the wide, flat Coronado Beach draws surfers and sunbathers. 6miles/12min drive
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Coronado
Coronado is a California resort city on a peninsula in San Diego Bay. It’s known for the grand Victorian Hotel del Coronado, which opened in 1888. Across from the hotel, the wide, flat Coronado Beach draws surfers and sunbathers. 6miles/12min drive
Gaslamp Quarter
Balboa Park Golf Course
2600 Golf Course DrSightseeing
The dramatic twenty-five foot tall bronze sculpture depicting World War II’s most famous kiss and the joy of peace was dedicate in February 2013. “Unconditional Surrender” is from sculptor Seward Johnson’s series titled “Icons Revisited.”
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Isalukazi "Ehlala Nokukhululwa"
3 Tuna LnThe dramatic twenty-five foot tall bronze sculpture depicting World War II’s most famous kiss and the joy of peace was dedicate in February 2013. “Unconditional Surrender” is from sculptor Seward Johnson’s series titled “Icons Revisited.”
Launched in 1945, the USS Midway was one of the longest serving aircraft carriers in U.S. naval history (47 years)!
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USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor DrLaunched in 1945, the USS Midway was one of the longest serving aircraft carriers in U.S. naval history (47 years)!
Love this place! Take a nice stroll around and take gorgeous pictures, hike little trails. If you have time, visit the museums and gardens —-
Spreckels Organ Pavilion,
Japanese Friendship Garden / Tea Pavilion,
Balboa Park Visitor Center,
Model Railroad Museum,
Fleet Science Center,
Natural History Museum,
San Diego Zoo,
Botanical Building / Lily Pond,
Tinken Museum of Art,
The San Diego Museum of Art,
Museum of Man,
Mingei International Museum,
Automotive Museum,
Air and Space Museum.
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I-Balboa Park
Love this place! Take a nice stroll around and take gorgeous pictures, hike little trails. If you have time, visit the museums and gardens —-
Spreckels Organ Pavilion,
Japanese Friendship Garden / Tea Pavilion,
Balboa Park Visitor Center,
Model Railroad Museum,
Fleet Science Center,
Natural History Museum,
San Diego Zoo,
Botanical Building / Lily Pond,
Tinken Museum of Art,
The San Diego Museum of Art,
Museum of Man,
Mingei International Museum,
Automotive Museum,
Air and Space Museum.
Unique shopping and restaurants along the bay. You will have a nice picturesque view of the Coronado Bridge. A couple miles from the condo.
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Seaport Village
849 W Harbor DrUnique shopping and restaurants along the bay. You will have a nice picturesque view of the Coronado Bridge. A couple miles from the condo.
360 degree view of San Diego. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial. About 13 miles / 20 minute drive. Near La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Shores Beach, so make a trip out of it, if you visit.
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Soledad Mountain
360 degree view of San Diego. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial. About 13 miles / 20 minute drive. Near La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Shores Beach, so make a trip out of it, if you visit.
Star of India ship and a place to frolic through the water fountains during the day. A couple of miles away from the condo. Concerts are held here, and it’s also a fantastic spot to enjoy the 4th of July fireworks, called The Bay Boom!
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Iparke yaseWaterfront
1600 Pacific HwyStar of India ship and a place to frolic through the water fountains during the day. A couple of miles away from the condo. Concerts are held here, and it’s also a fantastic spot to enjoy the 4th of July fireworks, called The Bay Boom!
USS Dolphin
1492 N Harbor DrA Submarine parked along the harbor!! 3 miles / 8 min drive.
Seals, beautiful views, fine dining, fine art - Peter Lik Gallery, and shopping along the cove! 14 miles/20min drive
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La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdSeals, beautiful views, fine dining, fine art - Peter Lik Gallery, and shopping along the cove! 14 miles/20min drive
Beautiful panoramic views at the end of Point Loma!
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Cabrillo National Monument
Beautiful panoramic views at the end of Point Loma!
Check out a ball game or a concert at our new stadium. 2 miles away / 10 minute drive
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Petco Park
100 Park BlvdCheck out a ball game or a concert at our new stadium. 2 miles away / 10 minute drive
Many conventions are held here such as the International Auto Show... and my favorite, the largest annual convention, COMIC-CON, attended by roughly 130,000 people and completely sold out months in advance. Sight-seeing all around!
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I-Centre ye-Convention ye-San Diego
111 W Harbor DrMany conventions are held here such as the International Auto Show... and my favorite, the largest annual convention, COMIC-CON, attended by roughly 130,000 people and completely sold out months in advance. Sight-seeing all around!
Beach Vibes
10 miles from condo / 25 minute drive. Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café. Sunset views & occasional sea lion and dolphin sightings. Dining, bars, and shops on Newport Avenue!
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Ocean Beach
1850 Ocean Front St10 miles from condo / 25 minute drive. Pacific Ocean fishing pier with a café. Sunset views & occasional sea lion and dolphin sightings. Dining, bars, and shops on Newport Avenue!
Cross the Coronado Bridge for gorgeous scenery. Visit the Hotel Del Coronado. 6 miles / 15 minute drive from the condo.
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Coronado Beach
Cross the Coronado Bridge for gorgeous scenery. Visit the Hotel Del Coronado. 6 miles / 15 minute drive from the condo.
Nice breaks for surfing or boogie boarding. Rent a surfboard, or kayak and paddle to the caves, or scuba dive. 14miles/20min drive.
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La Jolla Shores Hotel
8110 Camino Del OroNice breaks for surfing or boogie boarding. Rent a surfboard, or kayak and paddle to the caves, or scuba dive. 14miles/20min drive.
La Jolla Kayak
2199 Avenida De La PlayaKayaking through La Jolla Caves! Yes!
Lots to do here on the beach, there are restaurants, shopping, and a mini-amusement park with a roller coaster, called Belmont Park, which is free to walk around the beach park. You just have to pay per ride/game/activity.
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Mission Beach
3000 Mission BoulevardLots to do here on the beach, there are restaurants, shopping, and a mini-amusement park with a roller coaster, called Belmont Park, which is free to walk around the beach park. You just have to pay per ride/game/activity.
Water sports galore in mission bay: sailing, stand up paddle boarding, jet skiing, and kayaking. Easy to find bike and scooter rentals too!
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Mission Bay
Water sports galore in mission bay: sailing, stand up paddle boarding, jet skiing, and kayaking. Easy to find bike and scooter rentals too!
Local favorite. Good eats. You can walk/rollerblade/bike the boardwalk, which goes all the way down to Mission Beach.
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Pacific Beach
Local favorite. Good eats. You can walk/rollerblade/bike the boardwalk, which goes all the way down to Mission Beach.
Amusement Parks
Rollercoaster on the beach. Need I say more? 9 miles away from condo / 15 minute drive. The area is free to walk around. Just pay for the rides, games, and attractions!
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Belmont Park
3146 Mission BlvdRollercoaster on the beach. Need I say more? 9 miles away from condo / 15 minute drive. The area is free to walk around. Just pay for the rides, games, and attractions!
Less than a couple miles away. Founded in 1916, spend the day monkeying around in a tropical oasis as you visit beautiful habitats and discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences, and keeper chats.
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Iziko likaSan Diego
2920 Zoo DrLess than a couple miles away. Founded in 1916, spend the day monkeying around in a tropical oasis as you visit beautiful habitats and discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences, and keeper chats.
Learn about ocean animals and sea creatures. You can feed dolphins, watch entertaining shows, get soaked on a rollercoaster ride, or pick up starfish.
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SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.Learn about ocean animals and sea creatures. You can feed dolphins, watch entertaining shows, get soaked on a rollercoaster ride, or pick up starfish.
32min/32miles from the condo. Go on a safari!
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd32min/32miles from the condo. Go on a safari!
Walkable from The Condo
A few blocks away from the condo. Breakfast, sandwiches, coffee, and tea. I am a fan of avocado toast...
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Krakatoa
1128 25th StA few blocks away from the condo. Breakfast, sandwiches, coffee, and tea. I am a fan of avocado toast...
Humberto's Taco Shop
1015 25th StFresh green juice a couple blocks down.
My go-to, located a couple of blocks from the condo.
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Humberto's Taco Shop
1015 25th StMy go-to, located a couple of blocks from the condo.
Restaurant is located inside the San Diego market, on the corner!
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55 Thai Kitchen
2601 BroadwayRestaurant is located inside the San Diego market, on the corner!
Pizzeria Luigi
1137 25th StHaven’t tried this place myself yet, but just a couple blocks from the condo. It has great reviews on yelp and google for steaks.
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Turf Supper Club
1116 25th StHaven’t tried this place myself yet, but just a couple blocks from the condo. It has great reviews on yelp and google for steaks.
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
3260 Adams AveA few blocks from the condo.
A few blocks from the condo, next to Dark Horse Coffee Roasters!
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Mutual Friend Ice Cream
3004 25th StA few blocks from the condo, next to Dark Horse Coffee Roasters!
Another great Mexican and Seafood restaurant, a couple of blocks walk from the condo!
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El Paisa Fresh Mexican Grill
2494 Imperial AvenueAnother great Mexican and Seafood restaurant, a couple of blocks walk from the condo!
Mini-sized grocery store with natural food options!
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Krisp Beverages + Natural Foods
2511 C StMini-sized grocery store with natural food options!
Pastries and desserts at your fingertips! It’s located right next door to Krisp Beverages + Natural Foods.
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Panchita's Bakery
2519 C StPastries and desserts at your fingertips! It’s located right next door to Krisp Beverages + Natural Foods.
Golden Hill Park
Fancy Restaurants Nearby
Restaurants to enjoy and explore in downtown or Little Italy!
The Oceanaire Seafood Room
400 J StGreystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
658 Fifth AveFull Moon SD
926 Fifth AveAltitude Sky Lounge
660 K St
The Nolen
453 Sixth AveTop of the Market
750 N Harbor DrLocated right next to the USS Midway.
Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steak House & Seafood
939 Fourth AveRestaurant literally on the harbor with San Diego Bay views.
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Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar
1360 N Harbor DrRestaurant literally on the harbor with San Diego Bay views.
This restaurant I’ve gone to several times and their menu changes with the seasonal foods. It is one of my favorites in Little Italy!
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Juniper & Ivy
2228 Kettner BlvdThis restaurant I’ve gone to several times and their menu changes with the seasonal foods. It is one of my favorites in Little Italy!
Fun places at the Gaslamp
The Deck at Moonshine Flats
335 Sixth AveCountry, foosball, cornhole, and giant beer pong. Fun times!
The other side of The Deck - free country line dance classes Thu, Fri, Sat evenings. We try our best for being a country bar along the west coast! :)
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Moonshine Flats
344 7th AveThe other side of The Deck - free country line dance classes Thu, Fri, Sat evenings. We try our best for being a country bar along the west coast! :)
Dueling pianos will play and sing your favorite song. You can either sit back and enjoy the music, sing along, or make your way on stage to dance!
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The Shout! House
655 Fourth AveDueling pianos will play and sing your favorite song. You can either sit back and enjoy the music, sing along, or make your way on stage to dance!
Double Deuce
528 F StTake a ride on a mechanical bull here!
Play arcade video games and pinball machines at a bar!
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Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th StPlay arcade video games and pinball machines at a bar!
I’ve seen many great bands play here at this small intimate venue! A lot of fun.
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House of Blues San Diego
1055 Fifth AveI’ve seen many great bands play here at this small intimate venue! A lot of fun.
Laughter is an instant vacation :) Check out local and famous comedians!
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The American Comedy Co.
818 Sixth AveLaughter is an instant vacation :) Check out local and famous comedians!
Check out a ball game or a concert at our new stadium. 2 miles away / 10 minute drive
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Petco Park
100 Park BlvdCheck out a ball game or a concert at our new stadium. 2 miles away / 10 minute drive