4 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.

Go for a jaunt from San Diego to Encinitas to see Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens about 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo, pause for some photo ops at Cabrillo National Monument, see the interesting displays at Mingei International Museum, and let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the San Diego visit planner.

In March, daytime highs in San Diego are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F.