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DISCOVER SAN DIEGO WITH A HIRE CAR

The second largest city in the state of California, San Diego is located on the south coast, near the Mexican border.

The climate here is pleasant year-round, as the light sea breezes cool the tropical heat somewhat.

San Diego is located on an ocean bay protected by small islands.

San Diego convinces with fantastic beaches, historic buildings, charming theme parks and very good restaurants. Those who steer the hire car into the surrounding countryside will also get to know many interesting places.

THINGS TO SEE IN SAN DIEGO

A stroll through the city’s historic core, the Gaslamp Quarter, is a nice way to start a sightseeing tour. The streets are lined with historic buildings. There are many homey shops to fill your shopping bag with souvenirs. And after the stroll, countless bars invite you to rest and have a cool drink.

An exciting collection of contemporary art awaits you at the Museum of Contemporary Art. More than 4,000 exhibits created since 1950 comprise the show. The museum is open daily except Wednesday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. A ticket costs ten dollars.

Afterwards, you may feel like strolling to the harbor and boarding the aircraft carrier USS Midway. On board, the USS Midway Museum awaits with an extensive aircraft collection and the opportunity to see the inside of a warship. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. A ticket costs $19.

Journey further back in time when you visit the Maritime Museum. There, old sailing ships, including the Star of India, built in 1863, beckon visitors. The Star of India is considered to be the oldest sailing ship in the world still in running condition. The museum is open daily from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. A ticket costs $16.

Next stop on the sightseeing tour could be the Museum of Man. There’s a comprehensive exhibit that chronicles the history of the Americas. There is additionally a collection of Egyptian exhibits. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. A ticket costs $12.50.

Fans of automotive beauties will find their heaven at the San Diego Automotive Museum. The exhibit ranges from vintage American tailgaters to legendary Harley Davidson motorcycles. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. A ticket costs $8.50.

A spectacular end to your stroll could be a visit to Sea World. At this theme park, you’ll experience thrilling shows with killer whales and then watch sharks in giant aquariums. Sea World is open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. An online ticket costs $64. At the box office, you’ll pay $15 more.

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FIND A GOOD RESTAURANT

Numerous restaurants with very good food make it hard to choose. We recommend Pokéz. This restaurant serves fresh Mexican cuisine in a cosy ambience. Vegetarians will also be happy here.

DISCOVERING A BEAUTIFUL HOTEL

Luxurious rooms, a huge pool, perfect service and very good restaurants await you once you have reserved your room at the Estancia La Jolie Hotel & Spa.

A REWARDING DESTINATION IN THE SURROUNDINGS

You’ll experience a vibrant big city when you steer your hire car to Los Angeles. In two hours, you’ll be there. In Los Angeles, you can admire the stars of America’s movie greats embedded in the ground on the Walk of Fame, drive through the Hollywood hills and then grab a drink at one of the trendy bars. And while you’re watching stars and starlets at the neighboring tables, you can think about which places you’d like to visit next in your hire car.

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