Summertime in San Diego means some of our flashiest fish—leopard sharks—are massing in the shallows of our coast. These small, sleek, spotted hunters gather, for example, in large numbers this season in the waters off La Jolla—to breed, to pup, and to forage. And you can appreciate these wonderful critters up-close and personal: All you [...]

Come pay your respects to our nation’s veterans while reveling in a panoramic view of the sublime San Diego coastline up atop Mount Soledad in La Jolla!
A landmark of the city, the 824-foot hill includes a prominent cross and the Mount Soledad Veterans Memorial, where concentrically arranged walls display the names and stories of thousands of service [...]

If you want to get out and soak up that stunning San Diego summer, there are few better means than a bicycle. And for a topnotch cycling route immersing you in the beauty of our waterfront, try the Bayshore Bikeway!
The 24-mile route links Downtown San Diego with Coronado, hugging the splendidly scenic shore of San [...]

San Diego has long been a hotbed of creativity and artistic expression. Here at the Sofia Hotel, we love honoring that heritage by displaying the works of local artists we admire. One of our favorites is the painter Diana Carey, whose creations can often be seen hanging on the walls of the Sofia’s on-site restaurant, [...]

Looking for a driving tour that hits up many of San Diego’s great landmarks while providing a fine introduction to the area’s scenery and cultural vibe?
Well, good news: You’ve got just the thing in San Diego’s official “auto safari,” the 59-Mile Drive! From the heart of downtown to gorgeous coastline caressed by Pacific sea breezes, this [...]