San Diego is well worth a visit but in my opinion 5 days is enough time to enjoy the attractions it offers. The weather is sunny but not too hot as being a coastal town the ocean is never too far away.
There are many attractions and the best way to view them is to take a “Trolley bus” tour. These can usually be organised at your hotel. It costs around $20 or approx £14. It is a whole day tour, which is very professionally directed. Your tour host guides you through the town and informs you of many historical facts relating to it. You can get off at any time to explore the area you are in as the trolley’s run regularly.
Sea World is a wonderful day out for the family, Shamu the whale is worth going to see alone. There are many shows by the animals all included in the entry price. You can even feed and touch the dolphins.
The Zoo is world famous and is well worth a look. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes as it is very tiring and has many steep hills.
You can take a trip into Mexico, Tijuana. This is not for the faint hearted. Although there is some excellent shopping to be had and some good fun bargaining with the traders, the visible signs of poverty are at every turn. It is hard to believe you are only a few miles away from one of the richest countries in the world. Keep your wits about you.
All in all, San Diego offers good food, good hotels and a laid back atmosphere. There was no evidence of the “rat race” here. A destination well worth considering.
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Good review, but I'd imagine the temperature is very much dependent on the time of year. I went to San Diego in October and the temp was well into the 80s which apparently isn't uncommon for that time of year (I have friends living there). Heading towards Mexico, in the desert areas, the temp goes well over 120.
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