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Use La Jolla as your base and spin out for classic San Diego hits. Old Town (≈25 min) pairs historic plazas with Mexican eateries. Balboa Park (≈25–30 min) is a cluster of museums and gardens; pick 1–2 museums and enjoy the architecture. Coronado (≈35–40 min) gives you the wide‑sand beach day with Hotel del heritage. North, Del Mar (≈20 min) has beach walks and seasonal horse racing.
How to plan in a pinch
- Half‑day: Balboa Park museum + garden walk, then dinner back in La Jolla.
- Full day: Coronado beach + lunch on the island; sunset back at Windansea.
- No car? Rideshare to Old Town or Balboa Park; both are compact on foot.
- Timing: Avoid rush hour on I‑5. Mornings are calmer at Balboa; Coronado glows at sunset. For Del Mar, add time during racing season. Back in La Jolla, cap your day with gelato on Prospect or a pier stroll at Scripps.
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