San Clemente (1 hour) | Day Trips From San Diego
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San Clemente is ideally situated on the coast of California halfway between San Diego and Los Angeles and can be accessed from either city in around 60 minutes. You could spend an entire day enjoying all the attractions centered alongside the iconic San Clemente Pier, including restaurants, coffee shops, and miles of beaches. Surfing is legendary in San Clemente – you can hire a board and catch some waves on San Onofre State Beach, a favorite spot for both beginners and seasoned surfers.

Walkers, joggers, and cyclists will enjoy the scenic San Clemente Beach Trail and everyone should make time to visit Casa Romantica, which includes a cultural center and inspirational gardens. Shopaholics can get some retail therapy at the outlets at San Clemente or on Avenida Del Mar in Downtown.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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