Vista to-do list

Split Mountain Hike. This is a tougher hike and only recommended for very experienced hikers. Hike Mission Trails.

Hike Cuymaca Peak. A great hike if you love views. You can even spot Mexico from this peak! San Diego Air and Space Museum.

A great museum for anyone who loves all things flying. Check out their Max Flight Simulator. SD Museum of Art. Hundreds of Spanish and Italian old masters, South Asian paintings, and more. San Diego Museum of Man. USS Midway Museum. Maritime Museum of San Diego. Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. Dates back to and heavily restored mission. Reuben H Fleet Science Center. Free admission on the first Tuesdays of each month.

Padres Game at Petco Park. Old Globe Theatre. San Diego Derby Dolls. The Cat Cafe. Grab a drink, play with cats. Maybe even adopt one and bring them home. Their ceviche is a must-try. WhisknLadle La Jolla. Beers from local breweries and various food selections on a fun cruise ride. More than vendors supplying fresh produce, artisan breads, and more. Live music, food trucks, shopping, and more. Dine at a restaurant San Diego bay view or peruse the shops. Doner Kebab at the Kebab Shop.

Dija Mara. Go early. Noble Experiment. Speakeasy type bar. South Beach Bar and Grille. The lobster taco is our go-to. Juniper and Ivy. Innovative new American dishes. Extraordinary Desserts. Beautiful desserts and coffee. Brunch at Catania. La Jolla We loved their brunch servings and their laid back vibes. Lucha Libre. Flavorful Mexican food and fun decor in their dining room. Cucina Urbana. Oven fired pizzas, red pepper hummus, and a only a short walk from Balboa Park.

Try the carne asada fries. Prep Kitchen. Popular with the foodies. Try one of their creative cocktails, too. Great Maple. Try their super popular Maple Donut and Fried Chicken. Soda and Swine. Hip eatery, unique alternative soda selections. La Jolla and Seaport Village Artisanal tacos and bowls.

Tacos el Gordo. Chula Vista San Diego tacos with a cult following. Donut Bar. Try their Unicorn Donut. University Heights Patio games, cocktails, and snacks.

Stone Brewing. Societe Brewing Company. We liked their barrel aged brews. Green Flash Brewing Company. Cool tasting room and outdoor patio, great IPAs. Great for large groups and dark beer and stout lovers. Duckfoot Brewing Co. Gluten free beer that actually tastes good! St Archer Brewery. Beers on nitro, tusk and grain beers, and more.

White Labs Brewery. Maybe we overhyped it, but we were underwhelmed. Nomad Donuts — great if you like cake donuts in general but not so much if you like yeast ones. I have, however, tried some cake donuts that have been that so good it could change your mid.

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