Said to be the birthplace of California, San Diego was the first site visited by the early European settlers on West Coast. Now, the city is visited by 3.5 million tourists every year. San Diego, after all, is home to America’s most stunning beaches that offer a wide array of activities - snorkeling, sailing, surfing, or just strolling. The city’s year-round mild climate appeals to the interest of many tropical adventurers, too. There is so much you can do when the sun is up. However, if you are running out of options and wish to explore the city differently, check out the best Airbnb experiences in San Diego, California.
1. Take a stroll through a crime-ridden neighborhood (from USD 17.0)
Still adorned with Victorian buildings and gaslamp posts, Gaslamp Quarter brings you memories of the past, both bright and dark. Experience San Diego differently, and join this one-hour tour that takes you through the historic Gaslamp Quarter neighborhood that witnessed several crimes since the early 90s. You will visit a hotel believed to be haunted by a ghost and hear many other dark stories from your host. If you are a fan of crime mysteries, then this is the best Airbnb experience for you.
Gaslamp Historic True Crime Tour
Duration: 1 hour
2. Explore the nooks and crannies of Balboa Park (from USD 37.0)
Balboa Park, developed 150 years ago, is a popular attraction in San Diego with museums, theaters, gardens, and a zoo. The park’s beautiful Spanish colonial revival architecture just never fails to delight a soul. However, many often miss historically and culturally significant spots of Balboa Park. Seeing this, your kind host offers a two-hour tour that takes you to photo-worthy sites, tells you about the park’s treasures, and shares interesting stories of the past. You even get to enjoy a nice drink at the end of this park tour, one of the best Airbnb experiences.
Balboa Park Highlights with Beverage
Duration: 2 hours
3. Tick off your surfing bucket list in La Jolla (from USD 99.0)
La Jolla’s weather and geography are ideal for surfing. When in San Diego, you cannot leave without surfing or at least learn how. Here’s a 90-minute surfing lesson for you and your friends. Your local instructors are trained in ocean rescue and first aid administration, including CPR. More importantly, they are passionate about surfing and determined to make you stand on water or even catch your first wave. Achieve these surfing milestones with this Airbnb experience in San Diego.
Learn to Surf in La Jolla
Duration: 1.5 hours
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4. Make pasta from the scratch on a date night (from USD 52.0)
Are you running out of options for date nights? Try this two-hour cooking class, considered one of the best Airbnb experiences in San Diego. Chefs provide all materials and equipment. You only have to bring your partner and choose an appetizer and pasta from the menu. Then you can start creating your pasta dish from scratch. This unique experience brings you closer as you work together and, of course, eat together.
Night Cooking class
Duration: 2 hours
5. Explore San Diego on a luxurious boat (from USD 112.0)
San Diego holds many interesting sites for you while sailing. Be prepared for a five-star sailing experience as your seasoned captain takes you to Coronado Bridge, the sailor-and-his-lover statue, USS Midway aircraft museum, and North Island Naval Air Station. Witness warships, hear engaging stories, appreciate the downtown skyline, and feel the cool San Diego breeze against your face. You are also served with light snacks.
Affordable Luxury Sailing Tours for 2-6
Duration: 2 hours
6. Enjoy a fun bonfire night by the bay (from USD 45.0)
As the night draws in, prepare yourself for a fun bonfire night by the bay. No preparations are needed. Your host welcomes you on Mission Bay and prepares chairs, beach mats, skewers for the classic smores, and drinks. She helps you kindle a fire, so you and your friends can relax and focus on creating fun memories together in San Diego. You can also turn this two-hour experience into a romantic date night.
Bonfire nights on the Bay!
Duration: 2 hours
7. Join a snorkeling tour and get up close with a sea lion (from USD 59.0)
Encounters with sea creatures are incredible. Join this amazing Airbnb experience in San Diego and enjoy the abundant wildlife of La Jolla Cove. The two-hour snorkeling tour includes equipment (e.g., wet suit, mask, fins, snorkel) and digital photos that you can take home and share with friends. For sure, your memories swimming with dolphins and sea lions will stay with you forever.
La Jolla Cove Snorkel with a Local!
Duration: 2 hours
8. Learn practical pasta-making skills from the master (from USD 44.0)
Do you love pasta? Join a pasta cooking class. In two hours, you will learn how to make two varieties of short pasta, three long pasta, and four ravioli. All equipment provided, this pasta-making lesson will leave you with a sumptuous meal and a set of cooking skills that you can use for special occasions. Turn your San Diego vacation into a bankable experience and learn from the master.
Pasta cooking class
Duration: 2 hours
9. Become an expert in mezcal in 90 minutes (from USD 55.0)
Have you heard of Mexico’s mezcal, a distilled alcoholic drink from the agave plant? If you haven’t, then join this lesson-slash-mezcal-tasting session. In just 90 minutes, this top Airbnb experience will sit you through different mezcal flavors, its origins, production, and cultural underpinnings. You’ll have fun learning with the other group members as you compare notes.
Maestro Mezcalero Experience
Duration: 1.5 hours
10. Watch the sunset glow while paddling through California waters (from USD 45.0)
There’s nothing quite like catching the beautiful California sunset on a paddleboard. This two-hour paddleboard session gives you that opportunity to enjoy both sunsets and water sports. Your board has lights on top and underneath so you can safely navigate at night. Your instructor not only teaches you how to ride but also takes pictures for you. Bonfires at the end of the tour are available upon request. Don’t miss the scenic routes that this Airbnb experience in San Diego takes you through.
San Diego Paddle Board Sunset Glow Tour
Duration: 1.5 hours
Experience San Diego in a different light
At the mention of the city’s name, swimming readily comes to mind. This list shows you other fun and interesting options besides swimming and touristy attractions in San Diego. Explore San Diego differently. Go out on a date making pasta and sipping on mezcal. Light up a bonfire with friends by the bay. Swim with sea lions. Try the best Airbnb experiences in San Diego, California.
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