Tour Del Mar California
With visions of building a seaside resort for the rich and famous, Colonel Jacob Taylor purchased 338 acres from Enoch Talbert in 1885. Today, Del Mar (Pop: 4400) is home to the San Diego County Fairgrounds and world famous racetrack. Del Mar is also one of the surfing beaches given prominent mention in the Beach Boys Classic hit Surfin USA.

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Del Mar Carriage House Inn
This seaside property offers accommodations and service second to none. Visitors can enjoy Old-World charm and beautiful Award-Winning Gardens.

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More Del Mar Resources:
Useful Local Links:
City Hall - Local Government Services:
Del Mar Beach Live Cam
Del Mar Village Association - Local shops and businesses -
Del Mar Chamber of Commerce - Local Businesses.
Del Mar Union School District - Public Schools

Torrey Pines Lodge
Poised on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Lodge at Torrey Pines is within walking distance of Torrey Pines State Reserve. It's modeled after the Gamble and Blacker houses in Pasadena, two of the finest examples of early 1900s Craftsman-style architecture. The hotel features a 9,500-square-foot spa (with 14 treatment rooms), an 18-hole golf course, a spacious garden reserve, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, two restaurants, and a signature dining room with contemporary California cuisine.

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Del Mar Hilton Resort
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: Across from Del Mar Fairgrounds and Racetrack

The Del Mar Hilton Resort Hotel is located in North San Diego's historic seaside village of Del Mar. The spacious and nicely decorated guestrooms are for the discriminating traveler featuring two telephones with telephone line, voice mail, high speed internet access.

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Del Mar Hotel
1702 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: In the Heart of Del Mar Village
Relax at the only beachfront hotel in Del Mar! Come and enjoy the rhythmic sounds of the Pacific Ocean. Sip your coffee al fresco while relaxing on our oceanfront deck or take a rejuvenating moonlight stroll on the beautiful beaches of Del Mar.

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La Jolla Hotel Estancia
9700 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037 ;
Location: Just south of UCSD and Torrey Pines City Park
The Hotel Estancia is nestled in a classic California coastal rancho style setting on 9.5 acres in the seaside community of La Jolla and adjacent to world-class Torrey Pines Golf Course. The La Jolla Estancia Hotel & Spa offers a range of upscale accommodations from charming guestrooms to expansive suites with exceptional service AAA 4 Diamond service and amenities.

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Del Mar Stratford Inn
Best Western Resort Hotel
710 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014;
Location: In the Heart of Del Mar Village
Stratford Inn offers an assortment of newly renovated rooms, including rooms overlooking the Pacific Ocean, poolside rooms, courtyard view rooms, and rooms with kitchenettes. Peaceful hotel grounds afford a beautiful view of the sunset. While the sun is calmly setting, you can be enjoying our two heated outdoor pools and hot tub. You may also walk to the sunny Del Mar beaches, restaurants, and quaint shops.

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Del Mar LAuberge Resort
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014; Resort Video Tour;
Location: In the Heart of Del Mar Village
Discover the romantic intimacy and tranquil beauty of one of San Diego's finest beach resorts. This classic San Diego luxury hotel is a premiere travel destination and a treasured romantic getaway. Guests will experience Four-Diamond service, casual elegance, gourmet dining, spa pampering, world-class golf and tennis during their next overnight escape, retreat, meeting, wedding or celebration. Breathtaking sunsets are our treat.

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Carmel Valley Marriott Resort
11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130;
Location: Junction of I-5 and SR-56 Freeways
This non-smoking hotel enjoys a great location near Del Mar, Torrey Pines and Carmel Valley and is only 20 minutes north of downtown San Diego. Convenient to beaches for surfing or sunbathing, shopping at the historic Del Mar Downtown Historic Village with specialty shops and restaurants, attractions at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and much more.

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La Jolla Holiday Inn Express
6705 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 ;
Location: Two Blocks from Wind and Sea Beach
The Holiday Inn Express La Jolla is conveniently located close to downtown La Jolla and its abundance of shops, art galleries, museums and ocean view restaurants. You will find a quiet restful haven combined with a tradition of quality service and a relaxing experience. Guests receive a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast daily adjacent to the tropical pool courtyard.

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Carlsbad Palisades Resort Hotel
Carlsbad's Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel is a world-class hotel and timeshare resort with magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean. It is situated adjacent to both the beautiful Flower Fields and the amazing Legoland California theme park.

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Carmel Valley Hampton Inn
This La Jolla Area Resort has guest amenities that include 24-hour front desk, free breakfast bar, complimentary newpapers, baggage storage, laundry/valet service, business center, fitness room, and pool.

Del Mar Racetrack & Fairgrounds
The racetrack was famous for years as a favorite hangout for many Hollywood celebrities including Bing Crosby and Jimmy Durante. Race Season runs from Late July to Early Sept annually. The Del Mar Fairgrounds was started in 1936 as a WPA project. Today it covers 360 acres and hosts more than 1 million visitors annually. The county fair held each summer has a wide range of food, rides and entertainment.

Birch Aquarium - La Jolla
Located adjacent to the world-renown Scripps Institute of Oceanography this facility has large salt-water aquariums primarily dedicated to the study of both cold water and tropical water marine life of the Pacific Ocean. Includes giant octopus, jelly-fish, garibaldi, kelp forest and live coral. Several educational exhibits.

Quail Botanical Gardens
The only botanical garden in San Diego County, this park has one of the world's most diverse plant collections. Scenic trails take visitors to 20 unique gardens, a 60 foot waterfall in a tropical rain forest and North America's largest display of bamboo. Surrounding chaparral area serves as a natural bird refuge. San Diego visitors and residents are invited to experience this spectacular collection of flora. Tours, nature walks, lectures, landscape advice and instructional programs are offered.

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San Diego Poinsettia Bowl [LATE DEC]

Annual football game started in 2005 by the San Diego Bowl Game Association. The game is proceeded by special events at the Zoo, Sea World and USS Midway featuring the opposing teams and other celebrities.

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Del Mar Village Events:
Event Website;
Del Mar Summer Solstice [JUN] - Come experience delectable culinary creations from Del Mar’s highly regarded restaurants, enjoy selections from some of California’s best wineries and breweries and participate in a lively silent/live auction. Backed by the enticing sounds of steel drums, amazing front-row sunset views and balmy ocean breezes this is the way Del Mar celebrates the arrival of summer!
Taste of Del Mar and Art Stroll [Early OCT] - The event includes a free art stroll and a ticketed restaurant taste. Tease your palate with samples of delicious culinary creations offered by some of Del Mar and North County’s finest food purveyors and sip selections from California wineries and local breweries while strolling among artist’s tents featuring juried original artwork by over 70 talented, local and regional artists. This spectacular celebration of art and cuisine also includes live music, a children’s interactive art area and a pet stroll.
Halloween in Del Mar Village [Halloween] - This annual events brings down the young and old to downtown Del Mar for trick-or-treating , arts and crafts, a magic show, refreshments, costume contest and much more.
Del Mar Holiday Wonderland [DEC] - a festive community event that brings residents, visitors and kids of all ages together to celebrate the holiday season. Holiday entertainment and activities encompass the entire downtown area and include tasty samples from over 20 local restaurants, a Holiday Gift Bazaar, horse and carriage rides, live music, a visit from Santa, a fun zone, arts and crafts and the famous cake walk. The day culminates with a tree lighting ceremony at dusk.

Cardiff's Restaurant Row
Find a number of quality restaurants, nightclubs, retail shops and art galleries along the Encinitas Coastline, the Cedros Design District and across from the Solana Beach Train Station.

Del Mar Restaurants:
Local Dining Adventures:
Americana Restaurant - 1454 Camino Del Mar -
Brigantine Del Mar - 3263 Camino Del Mar - Seafood
En Fuego Cantina & Grill - 1342 Camino Del Mar - traditional Mexican dishes and fresh seafood
Epazote Oceanview Steakhouse - 1555 Camino Del Mar
Giorgio's - 1201 Camino Del Mar - Italian cuisine in a sophisticated and intimate environment
Il Fornaio - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Italian Cucina
Jakes Del Mar - 1660 Coast Blvd - Quintessential Beachfront dining on the Sand in Del Mar.
Jaka Kai - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Hawaiian Coffee Shop
JF Japanese Sushi Cafe - 1555 Camino Del Mar - sashimi, sushi or other Japanese cuisine
Jimmy O's Sports Bar Restaurant - 225 15th St
Milton's Delicatessan - 2660 Via de la Valle
Pacifica Del Mar - 1555 Camino Del Mar - Award winning seafood cuisine overlooking the ocean.
Papachinos Ristorante - 2650 Via de la Valle
Pearl Sushi Restaurant - 2010 Jimmy Durante Blvd -
Pick Up Stix - 2710 Via de la Valle - Asian Fast Food
Poseidon Restaurnat - 1670 Coast Blvd - Quintessential Beachfront dining on the Sand in Del Mar.
Saddle Club Restaurant - Del Mar Racetrack -
Sbicca Bistro - 215 15th St - American Bistro
Taste of Thai - 15770 San Andres Dr - Asian Restaurant

So. Calif. Wilderness Adventures
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Discover California's natural wonders when you explore to a scenic backdrop of amazing desert, mountain, islands and coastal terrain. Southern California features many exciting high wilderness adventures opportunities for rock climbing, mountaineering, ocean sailing, camping, hiking and more.

San Dieguito River Park
Future parkland property rich in habitat, cultural recreational and scenic values as well as a future route for a Coast-to-Crest Trail.

La Jolla Half Marathon - [Late Apr]
7777 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037; 858-454-0777; Race Website;
The La Jolla Half Marathon is one of America's most picturesque and challenging runs. Starting adjacent to the Del Mar Fairgrounds main entrance, the course follows a scenic route along the coast before reaching the challenging climb to the summit of Torrey Pines State Park. After leaving the park, the course continues the beautiful residential district of La Jolla Shores, and finishes on the grass in the park at La Jolla Cove. Annual event since 1992 with the net proceeds (100%) of this event benefit the youth, senior and community programs of the La Jolla Kiwanis Foundation

Torrey Pines State Reserve
State Park Webpage;
Encompasses 2000 acres of coastal bluff, home to the protected rare Torrey Pines trees. The Torrey pine is the rarest native pine in the United States. This preserve has oer eight miles of trails that take you to the coastline and coastal lagoon.