Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

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Experience the best of San Diego's coastline with our narrated driving tour of the most iconic beach communities and coastal attractions. Stop and hike at the stunning Torrey Pines State Reserve, walk the streets of La Jolla’s village, and enjoy the best views of San Diego from Cabrillo National Monument. With local tips and commentary along the way, this driving tour is the perfect way to sample the best of San Diego's coastal hot spots.

Departure Point

  • The tour starts in the parking lot in front of Starbucks in the shopping center just off I-5 North at Del Mar Heights Road.
Return Details
  • The tour ends at the tip of Point Loma, just before the entrance to Cabrillo National Monument (entrance fee not included).
Duration3 hours - 6 hoursLanguages Available
  • Audio guide - English
  • Printed guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Birch Aquarium At Scripps2300 Expedition Way, Scripps Institute, La Jolla, CaliforniaWe'll tell you about San Diego's coastal climate and show you the best place to stop to snap an iconic picture of Torrey Pines State Beach.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: La Jolla Shores Park8300 Camino Del Oro, Kellogg Park, La Jolla, CaliforniaWe'll tell you about Torrey Pines Natural Reserve and recommend an easy hike if you're interested in stopping. Admission is free but parking is not, however free parking is available along the beach.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: La Jolla Cove1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CaliforniaWe'll point out Torrey Pines Golf Course including why you might want to pull in and stop.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial6905 La Jolla Scenic Drive South, La Jolla, CaliforniaWatch paragliders run off the edge of the cliff at Torrey Pines Gliderport and decide if you want to go up on a tandem flight of your own!Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Pacific BeachSan Diego, CaliforniaWe'll drive right by San Diego's Birch Aquarium and point out the entrance for those interested in stopping.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Belmont Park3146 Mission Blvd, , San Diego, CaliforniaGet the inside scoop on things to do in La Jolla Shores.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Ocean BeachNewport Ave, , San Diego, CaliforniaLearn about La Jolla as you drive along Coast Blvd. We'll share recommendations on restaurants, attractions and more.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Sunset Cliffs Natural ParkLadera St, San Diego, CaliforniaEnjoy the spectacular panoramic views from atop Mt Soledad as we point out all the major landmarks visible from the top.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Torrey Pines Golf Course11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, , La Jolla, CaliforniaDrive through the quaint neighborhood of Bird Rock and stop for a coffee at a famous San Diego coffee roaster.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CaliforniaGet an overview of what makes Pacific Beach one of the top beach destinations in San Diego.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Torrey Pines State Beach12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, , San Diego, CaliforniaDrive through Mission Beach as we point out what makes it different from Pacific Beach. Hear about Belmont Park before deciding whether you want to stop and ride the historic wooden roller coaster.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Torrey Pines Gliderport2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, Gliderport Trail, La Jolla, CaliforniaDrive through Ocean Beach including Dog Beach and the OB Pier. Hear about some local restaurants and other happenings in this funky San Diego neighborhood.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Bird RockSan Diego, CADrive down Sunset Cliffs Boulevard as you hear more about this local San Diego attraction.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery1700 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, San Diego, CA 92106Enjoy the views from the tip of Point Loma as you drive past the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. If you got an early start, you can drive to the very end of the road and visit Cabrillo National Monument (admission not included) before they close at 5:00 PM. If you decide to visit, you can enjoy some of the best views of San Diego and Coronado Island or take a short hike down the Bayside Trail.Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • App & Tour Download
  • Flexible Usage (unlimited access within 30-days)
Exclusions
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
Redemption InstructionsIMPORTANT – YOUR ACCESS CODE IS: JTV878 - PLEASE READ STEPS BELOW - To access your tour, you’ll need the Drives & Detours App. We recommend downloading the tour in advance in case cell service is unreliable.DOWNLOAD THE APP:iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drives-detours/id6443681888Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app6506UNLOCK YOUR TOUR:1. Open app, tap "Driving Tours", then "Beaches and Bluffs"2. Enter Your Access Code (on iPhone tap "Login to Download" then "Login")3. Tap "Download Tour" and wait until complete (1-2 minutes)STARTING THE TOUR:1. Open app, select your tour2. Go to start location shown3. Tap “Start Tour”ADDITIONAL NOTES:Tour is valid for 180 days, no need to rescheduleQuestions? TEXT us at 619.324.9920Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Need To Know Info

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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