San Diego is an outdoor lover's dream; the city is surrounded by hills and hiking trails that provide beautiful views and a great workout. Mission Gorge attracts rock climbers from all over the world and it is home to some of the best hiking trails in the city. Mission Gorge is located inside the Mission Trails Regional Park and it contains several miles of rolling terrain surrounded by a pristine natural setting. Be sure to set aside a few hours to explore the area in-depth.
Sunday afternoons in La Jolla offer a variety of enjoyable activities, including great seafood, parks, beaches and beautiful views. Mount Soledad is one of La Jolla's many landmarks, and it is a great place to go cycling on a Sunday afternoon. Mount Soledad is located between Interstate 5 and the Pacific Ocean. The area is home to 14 cycling courses that offer varying stages of difficulty for all levels of cyclists. Be sure to check out the controversial Mount Soledad cross during your visit.
After working up an appetite on Mount Soledad's trails, be sure to head over to the El Pescador Fish Market to refuel. Located on Pearl St., the El Pescador Market has become a local legend, noted for offering a wide variety of great seafood. The quaint restaurant rivals anything San Francisco's famed Fisherman's Warf has to offer, without the glut of tourists. Parking is limited, so getting a space may prove difficult. The El Pescador is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.
Sunday brunch is a great way to kick off the day or to spend an afternoon. Baja Betty's in Hillcrest offers one of the best Sunday feasts in the city. The buffet style brunch is stocked with Mexican dishes and a variety of delicious drinks that will have you returning for more. Baja Betty's is usually jumping on Sundays, but don't let the crowd, off-beat decor and bustling atmosphere deter you from enjoying a great meal. Baja Betty's "bottomless" Sunday Brunch is offered from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chicano Park, located beneath the Coronado Bridge, is one of the most unique areas in the city. The 7.9-acre park is home to Mexican Americans and Mexican immigrants and it houses one of the largest series of outdoor murals, sculptures and earth pieces in the world. The park is a great place to enjoy gritty, urban street art that provides a glimpse into the history of Mexican American immigrants. The park's unique location and outstanding art collection combine to make an unforgettable attraction that celebrates the human spirit.
