San Diego attractions
Jun 25, 2015, 10:32 pm
#31
formerly known as Tad's Broiled Steaks
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Hi FT,
I would like to get to the Theodore Geisel Library at UCSD, but by public transit. There's a good chance I'd be coming from Tijuana, less so from Little Italy.
What would y'all recommend? Amtrak instead?
Thanks,
BmB
I would like to get to the Theodore Geisel Library at UCSD, but by public transit. There's a good chance I'd be coming from Tijuana, less so from Little Italy.
What would y'all recommend? Amtrak instead?
Thanks,
BmB
Jun 26, 2015, 12:37 am
#32
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Google Maps show it a 5.5 hour adventure on public transportation.
Jun 26, 2015, 7:25 am
#33
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Jun 26, 2015, 2:29 pm
#34
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I love LaJolla, where your destination is located. First time I went there, I was wined and dined for a corporate gig at George's by the Sea. We went to the fine dining venue, but the casual patio area on the top floor is now one of my favorites. Good (not great) food, and wonderful views and atmosphere.
Of course, if you are a golfer, you will be right next to Torrey Pines. Can't miss that one!
When I take Amatrak,, usually from the north, I buy a business ticket, which is only a bit more pricey, but comes with extra personal space and a snack pac/wine included.
Have fun!
Of course, if you are a golfer, you will be right next to Torrey Pines. Can't miss that one!
When I take Amatrak,, usually from the north, I buy a business ticket, which is only a bit more pricey, but comes with extra personal space and a snack pac/wine included.
Have fun!
Last edited by 747FC; Jun 26, 2015 at 11:34 pm Reason: spelling
Jun 30, 2015, 3:14 pm
#35
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I'd take Maderas over Torrey every time. Maderas is top 100 public courses in the country, half the price of TP and won't take 6 hours to play.
I tell all golf friends visiting SD and looking to play here: Look at Torrey, play at Medaras!
Jun 30, 2015, 3:42 pm
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Thanks for the tip. No one had ever told me about Maderas. They must be keeping it to themselves!
Jul 6, 2015, 3:36 pm
#37
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Sep 5, 2015, 3:27 am
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Sep 5, 2015, 4:49 am
#41
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It looks pretty big on the map. Is it quite time consuming to go around between museums/gardens? Multiday pass is only $10 more. Is it worth spending extra money?
Oct 10, 2015, 11:01 am
#42
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You need a full day for Balboa Park and at least a day and a half if you plan on visiting the zoo (which you should!) if you don't want to feel rushed. I'm not that fond of SD personally, but Balboa Park and the zoo are destination highlights that should be afforded more time than anything else, including Coronado, La Jolla, etc. There's not much to see/do in the Gaslamp, imo. Make sure you eat at least one proper SD style burrito (the only kind that count!) - the carne asada mix at El Cuervo gets my vote.
Oct 10, 2015, 11:10 am
#43
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Mostly culture and architecture. I am not a horticulturist but the gardens look very beautiful in pictures.
It looks pretty big on the map. Is it quite time consuming to go around between museums/gardens? Multiday pass is only $10 more. Is it worth spending extra money?
It looks pretty big on the map. Is it quite time consuming to go around between museums/gardens? Multiday pass is only $10 more. Is it worth spending extra money?