I recently traveled to San Diego for a 2-day business trip. In spite of my daylong meetings I did manage to get out and about for a bit of sightseeing. San Diego is known for it’s warm clear weather and picturesque beaches; all was in effect during my visit.
It really is a joy being in that city for a few days just to wander about and relax, but after 3 days or so I find myself anxious to leave. I do not recommend it as a travel destination for out-of-state visitors. I will share my biases and perceptions in a moment and perhaps readers will understand why I say head for the highway after a few days.
San Diego offers the perfect get-away particularly if one is already in Southern California. Amtrak has a regular schedule from Los Angeles to San Diego and it is a scenic ride. The beaches in the nearby city of La Jolla particularly La Jolla cove can be downright seductive at sunset and hiking in San Diego County a fun adventure.
The city centre is well laid out on a grid, has excellent public art installations, and several blocks of restaurants with alfresco dining in the Gaslamp Quarter. Baseball fans have easy access to Petco Park also located in the Gaslamp Quarter. My favorite area is on the waterfront where the Maritime Museum is located.