San Diego Spring Break: Beaches, Bars, and Clubs, Oh My!
San Diego is the perfect destination for spring break. Travelers enjoy the mild San Diego weather, happening club scene and numerous other attractions as well as affordable hotel accommodations.
Spring break in San Diego can be affordable and fun. See the list of hotels we picked out just for spring breakers. These hotels are inexpensive and located close to beaches, nightclubs and all of San Diego’s favorite attractions.
When you hit town, pick up a copy of the San Diego Reader. The Reader is published weekly and can be found free of charge at most convenience stores. The Reader has tons of information on the local club and music scene as well as the best restaurants and other activities.
Parties and nightlife are first priority for most spring breakers. The club scene at Pacific Beach is a favorite among vacationers with dozens of bars and clubs located near the beach on Grand and Garnet Avenues. Most San Diego beaches also have fire rings, perfect for your own party on the beach. Pacific Beach is located off the I-5 by taking the Grand/Garnet exit and driving west to the beach.
The Gaslamp District
Another favorite spot for nightlife is the Gaslamp District downtown. The Gaslamp is full of hip/trendy clubs and restaurants that are frequented by sophisticated urbanites. World class shopping is located at Horton Plaza, an urban mall on the west edge of the Gaslamp. The Gaslamp district can be reached by taking the I-5 south and getting off at any downtown exit. Follow signs to the Gaslamp, Horton Plaza or Petco Park. Parking is available in numerous parking garages for reasonable fees. The garage at Horton Plaza, accessed on 4th Avenue, provides free parking if you purchase anything in the mall and have your receipt validated.
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Party all night. Play all day.
After a night of partying relax at one of San Diego’s world class beaches. Mission Beach is a favorite of spring breakers with outdoor party venues and the boardwalk; perfect for riding a beach cruiser and checking out all the action.
If you still have time after hanging out at the beach all day and partying all night, try one of San Diego’s other attractions like the San Diego Zoo or Sea World. We have discounted tickets and easy links on this page to help plan those activities.
Give San Diego a try this spring break. With affordable hotels, miles of beaches and awesome clubs you will not be disappointed.
John Rogers, the
author of this article, was born and raised in San Diego. He spends
much of his free time exploring the beaches and open spaces of California,
especially those described on this site.
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