Jalan-Jalan San Diego: One Day Adventure from Orange County
Nak bawa family jalan-jalan San Diego dari Orange County? Here's a fuss-free itinerary for a day trip!
Step-by-Step Itinerary
🕗 7:30–8:00 AM: Bertolak dari Orange County (Departure from Orange County)
- Start early to avoid the traffic jam, lah!
- Top up petrol and grab a kopi on the way if you need it.
- It's about 1.5–2 hours drive via I-5 South.
🕘 9:30–11:00 AM: La Jolla Cove
📍 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Stroll along the coast and admire the turquoise sea, maybe even spot some sea lions sunbathing!
Snap some photos of the cliffs and sea caves.
There's a seaside park with grassy areas for a picnic.
🅿️ Street parking (free/metered) – datang awal senang cari parking!
🕚 11:00–11:30 AM: UC San Diego (Optional Stop)
📍 9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
A quick visit to UC San Diego: Check out the Geisel Library (iconic building!).
Modern architecture, lots of Instagrammable spots.
🅿️ Visitor lot (pay via app/machine).
⭐ Kalau tak nak singgah universiti, boleh spend more time at La Jolla!
🕛 12:00–1:15 PM: Lunch, Malaysian Style (Sort Of!)
Head to Convoy Street area (about 10–15 minutes drive from La Jolla):
- 📍 Phở Ca Dao: 4646 Convoy St #102, San Diego, CA 92111 (Vietnamese Pho)
- 📍 Pho Hoa: 4717 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111 (Vietnamese Pho)
Plenty of other delicious Asian options too!
🅿️ Free lot (easy to park).
🕐 1:30–3:00 PM: Balboa Park
📍 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
The biggest heritage park in SoCal!
Walk through Spanish Village Art Center, Botanical Building, and House of Hospitality.
Free outdoor areas, lots of museums (if you want to buy tickets).
🅿️ Free lots: Inspiration Point Lot (free shuttle to the center), or along Park Blvd.
🕒 3:15–4:00 PM: Downtown / Seaport Village
📍 849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Stroll along the bay.
Do some light shopping, have a cafe by the sea.
View USS Midway (just snap a photo from outside if you're short on time).
🅿️ Paid garage (Seaport Village lot) or street meters.
🕓 4:30–6:00 PM: Coronado Island & Beach
📍 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
Cross the Coronado Bridge (beautiful view!).
Walk along the famous white sand beach.
Check out the historic Hotel del Coronado.
Catch the amazing sunset!
🅿️ Street parking (free, a bit crowded), or Hotel del Coronado lot (paid).
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM: Dinner / Cafe with a Sea View (Optional)
- Peohe's (seafood with bay view)
📍 1201 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118
- The Henry (casual cafe/restaurant)
📍 1031 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
- Or grab a bite at Seaport Village before heading back.
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM: Kembali ke Orange County (Heading Back to Orange County)
Drive about 1.5–2 hours depending on traffic.
Stop for restroom/coffee along the way if needed.
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