Balboa Park fountains at night in San Diego, California
Balboa Park fountains in San Diego, California (courtesy, San Diego CVB)

San Diego Gay and Lesbian Travel Tips

  • Combine San Diego with a grand tour of southern California. San Diego is enough of a destination on its own, but the local tourism board has launched an ambitious gay and lesbian campaign with Palm Springs and West Hollywood to create a "pink triangle" tour of So Cal. Go to www.gogaysocal.com for more info.
  • Plan in advance for summer. San Diego hotel rates can increase during the summer (roughly late May through late August), and reserving months in advance is a good idea. Keep in mind that weather is better in late summer than early summer, when skies can be overcast.
  • Avoid LAX. Even though you may get better airfare deals flying into L.A., the money saved is usually not worth making the drive through traffic. A number of low-cost carriers serve San Diego's uncrowded and pleasant airport.


Gay and Lesbian Travel Overview: San Diego, California

Thriving San Diego has grown from being L.A.'s little sister to the south into a major (yet mellow) city in its own right. California's second-largest city is defined by its geography, with stunning beaches lining its coast to mountains and deserts inland to its border with Mexico. And beyond its family-friendly tourist attractions—among them the world-famous San Diego Zoo, its safari-like Wild Animal Park, SeaWorld and Legoland in nearby Carlsbad—the city is quickly becoming known for its sophisticated hotels, dining, and nightlife.Read More

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Hotels


Tower 23 Hotel - Hotel

4551 Ocean Blvd.
San Diego92109

Distance: 8.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Inn at the Park - Hotel

525 Spruce Street
San Diego92103

Distance: 1.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Crystal Pier Hotel - Hotel

4500 Ocean Boulevard
San Diego92109

Distance: 8.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Attractions


Hillcrest gayborhood

West to Dove Street, East to Park Boulevard, South to Upas Street and North towards Interstate 8


Distance: 2.3 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Bourbon Street/Lei Lounge

4612 Park Boulevard
San Diego, California 92116

Distance: 3.2 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Black's Beach

At the end of Torrey Pines Scenic Drive just west of the University of California at San Diego


Distance: 13.2 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports

Major Airports near San Diego

Distance (mi.)
San Diego-Lindbergh Field Airport 2.0map
Santa Ana John Wayne Airport 77.6map
Ontario International Airport 96.1map

Other Smaller Airports near San Diego

Distance (mi.)
Palm Springs Municipal Airport 86.1map
El Centro/Imperial Imperial County Airport 92.8map
Long Beach Municipal Airport 95.5map
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Flight Deals to San Diego

Originating From
Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego (SAN) $136
Portland, OR (PDX) to San Diego (SAN) $177
San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) $184
San Jose (SJC) to San Diego (SAN) $188
Kansas City (MKC) to San Diego (SAN) $208
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San Diego Vacation Rentals

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from: $199

Vacation Home near Beach with Ocean View, Swimming Pool, Wi-Fi and Garage, Pet-Friendly

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 7
Amenities: BBQ, Balcony, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Garage, Internet Access, Ocean View, Pets OK, Swimming Pool, Towels, Wireless Internet Access
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from: $550

Vacation Home near Beach with Swimming Pool

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: BBQ, Backyard, Child Friendly, Deck, Fire Pit, Lounge, Swimming Pool
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from: $260

Vacation Home near Beach

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 7
Amenities: Patio


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