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Point Loma

San Diego, CA
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Ranked #11 of 201 attractions in San Diego
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Geologic Formations
Activities: Getting married
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Description: A lookout point above San Diego Bay and home of the Cabrillo monument.
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Watauga, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We stayed in the Point Loma area. The view over to the marina watching the fishing boats leave in the morning and see them come back in the evening. Easy access to any where in San Diego with out the rat race of being in the middle of the city

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Stratham, New Hampshire, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I recently visited the Point Loma, and I was amazed at the great coastal views from multiple areas. I started at the Cabrillo National Monument area ($5 fee), which has great walking areas around the point, including the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. I walked around by the monument, but did not have a chance to see the inside of the... More

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Jacksonville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I love all of Point Loma with visiting family and all the beautiful sites it offers. In fact, I will return in July. I was born in San Diego and there are so many attractions. I can not say one dislike except the traffic.

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melbourne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

This is a nice way to spend a morning taking in the magnificent sights and views . The information centre was very informative and helpful too

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See 5 more reviews by blondelinda for San Diego
San Diego, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

This is a wonderful place to visit with the family. The drive here is nice as you get views of downtown, the bay, Coronardo, and Pacific Ocean. On super clear days you can see the Coronado Islands. Cabrillo National Monument is here which is a nice visit and the tide pools for the kids to explore.

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Fun place to look around, only 5 dollars for the week, but you'll only need a few hours. Still worth the trip!

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Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I rented a car and drove to Point Loma by myself while my husband was in meetings. I enjoyed it so much, I had to take him back the next day. I was so awe struck by the beauty of Point Loma. I had no idea I would drive through a National Cemetery before reaching Cabrillo National Park. The views... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013 via mobile

Amazing views of SanDiego and Mexico at the visitor center. The hiking path along the coast had the most amazing views of the ocean and seasonal wildflowers. Fun tide pools to see whats moving about and a lighthouse museum to go into. Definitely Well worth our time

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Hampton, VA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

We just stopped by Point Loma to see the area and it was gorgeous. Being from the East Coast, we're not used to seeing cliffs on the side of the ocean. We drove down to lower parking area and and walked out to the water - the tide pools. It was somewhat easy to walk around - could just walk... More

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Winnipeg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

We sort of stumbled upon this one afternoon when we didn't have anything planned. So glad that we did! The little walking tour of the lighthouse and living quarters was your typical attraction from the old days, but the tide pools were a real highlight of the trip. We got some fantastic photos and had fun looking in the various... More

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