A sun-clad climate, chilled-out surfer attitude and soothing ocean-wave soundtrack—San Diego delivers California dreams year-round. This coastal city claims the title of America’s Finest City, and with breezy beaches, lush parks, and a natural reserve, who can blame it? Sample its diverse dining scene, visit its gorgeous museums, and cross a bridge to a dreamy, resort-lined island in the sun.
Visit San Diego: get started
Go for the ultimate California vacation in San Diego! Seek sun on the best beaches in San Diego, take the kids to the San Diego Zoo and the city’s top attractions like Balboa Park, or cruise over to Coronado Island. Add surfing and fine dining to your list of things to do in San Diego, and book with us for the best hotels, flight and hotel bundles or San Diego tours and more.
San Diego travel guide
Destination facts
Language
English
What to bring back
Fun trinkets from the Old Town Market, nautical gifts from Captain’s Cove, surf wax and locally made beers from the city’s brewing scene.
What to eat
“Cali-Baja” cuisine (dishes like fish tacos, mixing Mexican and Californian influences), fresh seafood and California-style pizza(thin crust pizza with local Californian produce).
Fun fact
San Diego celebrates Halloween, Christmas, Easter….and Tony Hawk Day! The city, which claims to be the birthplace of skateboarding, honoured the San Diegan skateboarder with his own holiday to recognize his philanthropic contributions to skate parks across the country.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents, visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
