Sports and Recreation
Surfing
San Diego is known for being a surfing destination, so many visitors want to include some surfing in their visit to the area. While there are many different locations up and down the coast that provide great places to hang ten, some of the most popular are in the district of La Jolla, San Diego. The two best beaches are the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and the Windansea Beach. Visitors to San Diego can try surfing with private lessons or group surfing classes, and surfboards are available for rent at most major surfing beaches.
Sailing
The regular wind and glassy waves in San Diego locations like Mission Hills and San Diego Bay make it ideal for sailing. Several sailing clubs organize functions and weekend sailing trips that visitors are welcome to attend. There are also organized sailing schools, private lessons, and small dingy rentals for aspiring sailors as young as five.
Golfing
With a climate that is warm year round, it should not come as a surprise that golf is an incredibly popular pastime in San Diego. There are many private golf courses in the area, but visitors will have an easier time getting a tee time at a public course. One of the best in San Diego is Torrey Pines Golf Course, where annual PGA invitationals are held.
Scuba-Diving
Although many divers head south to Mexico for great dives, San Diego is actually home to an impressive number of excellent diving locations. Several wrecks are renowned in the diving world, particularly the Ruby E, the Yukon and Wreck Alley. Remember that despite the warm ambient temperatures, scuba divers in San Diego typically require wetsuits due to cold underwater temperatures.
Kayaking
This fun recreational activity is one of the best ways to get around on the water and see incredible marine life like sea lions, dolphins, and sea turtles. Kayaks are available for rent at most beaches in areas of San Diego like Sunset Beach, Mission Bay, and La Jolla.
Watch the University of San Diego Toreros
The University of San Diego, located in Mission Valley, is home to a number of great sports teams. Known as the Toreros, these competitive football, basketball, and baseball teams play regular home games against some of the well-known universities and colleges of the West Coast. Tickets are relatively affordable and can be a fun way to see some sporting events while in San Diego.