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1. Del Mar Street ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. San Clemente Pier ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. San Clemente Coastal Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. San Clemente State Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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5. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. San Onofre State Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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7. Surfing Heritage and Culture Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. San Clemente North Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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9. Vine Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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10. Talega Golf Club

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11. Sugar Blossom

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12. Outlets at San Clemente

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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13. The Cellar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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14. Artifex Brewing Company

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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15. Billys Meat Seafood and Deli

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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16. Antoine’s Cafe

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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18. Barnoa Wine Bar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • San Clemente, located on the coast of California in Orange County, is a great weekend getaway from Los Angeles and San Diego.
  • The beautiful downtown area is perfect for shopping and strolling, while the scenic San Clemente Pier is a great spot for admiring colorful sunsets over the Pacific.
  • San Clemente is home to beautiful sandy beaches, museums, attractions, and great restaurants.

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