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North America · Open jaw · 11 NIGHTS

California coast and film

Short middle stop and a slower finish

Submitted by Museum Afternoon
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Route and nights

  1. San Francisco4 nights
  2. Los Angeles2 nights
  3. San Diego5 nights

Trip format: Open jaw · One hotel or guesthouse per overnight base

Tradeoff: Two nights in the middle means one main visit. Keep a substantial final base for the last stretch.

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Trip stats

Trip days
12
Nights
11
Home Bases
3
Scheduled entries
75

Days by place

San Diego
5
San Francisco
4
Los Angeles
2
La Jolla
1

Hotels and other stays

The Westin San Diego Bayview
5 nights
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 nights
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles
2 nights

Schedule by type

Meal
31
Activity
20
Ground transport
15
Lodging
6
Cruise or ferry
2
Rail
1

Day-by-day agenda

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Day 1 San Francisco
  1. to · Lodging Check in and drop your bags Hyatt Regency San Francisco
  2. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk near the hotel Ferry Building, San Francisco

    Skip this block if you arrive later.

  3. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
Day 2 San Francisco
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to Golden Gate Park Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

    Choose a transit stop near the first garden.

  3. to · Activity Explore the Music Concourse and one garden Music Concourse, Golden Gate Park

    Check hours and access for the San Francisco Botanical Garden or another garden.

  4. to · Meal Lunch in the Inner Sunset Inner Sunset, San Francisco
  5. to · Ground transport Continue toward Ocean Beach Ocean Beach, San Francisco
  6. to · Activity Walk an open promenade section near Ocean Beach Ocean Beach, San Francisco

    Stay on the shore paths and follow beach and weather notices.

  7. to · Ground transport Return downtown Embarcadero, San Francisco
  8. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
Day 3 San Francisco
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the Ferry Building Ferry Building, San Francisco
  2. to · Activity Walk the Embarcadero to Pier 15 Pier 15, San Francisco
  3. to · Activity Choose hands-on exhibit areas at the Exploratorium Exploratorium, San Francisco

    Check opening days and age or ticket rules for any special program.

  4. to · Meal Lunch near the waterfront Embarcadero, San Francisco
  5. to · Activity Walk the public piers and return along the Embarcadero Embarcadero, San Francisco
  6. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
Day 4 San Francisco
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the Ferry Building Ferry Building, San Francisco
  2. to · Cruise or ferry Travel to Angel Island using a confirmed ferry route Ayala Cove, Angel Island State Park

    Match this block to the published ferry schedule. Verify island transport and the last return before booking.

  3. to · Activity Visit the U.S. Immigration Station area Angel Island Immigration Station, California

    Confirm museum opening and access from the ferry landing. Allow time for the uphill walk or available island transport.

  4. to · Meal Eat a packed lunch where permitted Angel Island State Park, California
  5. to · Cruise or ferry Return to San Francisco by ferry Ferry Building, San Francisco

    Use the actual return departure. Substitute a city waterfront history walk if ferries or museum access do not line up.

  6. to · Activity Take a short waterfront walk near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
  7. to · Meal Dinner downtown Downtown San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
Day 5 Los Angeles
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Embarcadero, San Francisco
  2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Hyatt Regency San Francisco
  3. to · Ground transport Travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles San Francisco, California

    Choose the route based on road conditions and your booked transport. A coastal drive with multiple stops takes extra time and may need an additional night. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

  4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles

    Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

  5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Downtown Los Angeles
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los AngelesLos Angeles
Day 6 Los Angeles
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown Los Angeles
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to Los Feliz or Griffith Park Griffith Park, Los Angeles

    Check official park access, weather, and the current observatory bus or road route.

  3. to · Activity Walk a short marked Griffith Park route Griffith Park, Los Angeles

    Choose a route that suits the day's heat and your walking distance.

  4. to · Meal Lunch in Los Feliz or a packed meal Los Feliz, Los Angeles
  5. to · Activity See the observatory grounds and open exhibits Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles

    Confirm grounds and building hours separately, and allow time for the return ride.

  6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown Los Angeles
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown Los Angeles
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los AngelesLos Angeles
Day 7 San Diego
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Downtown Los Angeles
  2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles
  3. to · Rail Travel from Los Angeles to San Diego Los Angeles Union Station

    Check the Pacific Surfliner timetable and any service disruptions. Use the arrival station closest to your hotel. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

  4. to · Meal Have lunch near your new base Columbia District, San Diego
  5. to · Lodging Drop bags and check in when the room is ready The Westin San Diego Bayview
  6. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk if time allows Embarcadero, San Diego
  7. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Columbia District, San Diego
The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
Day 8 San Diego
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown San Diego
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to Cabrillo National Monument Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego

    Check National Park Service access, weather, and operating hours.

  3. to · Activity Explore the monument overlooks and lighthouse grounds Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego

    Use the upland viewpoints as the default. Check official tide and access information before attempting a tidepool visit.

  4. to · Meal Lunch in Point Loma Point Loma, San Diego
  5. to · Activity Walk public shore paths around Shelter Island Shelter Island Shoreline Park, San Diego

    Choose a short out-and-back route and skip exposed paths in poor conditions.

  6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
  7. to · Meal Dinner around Little Italy or downtown San Diego, California
The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
Day 9 La Jolla
  1. to · Meal Breakfast downtown Downtown San Diego
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to La Jolla Village La Jolla Village, San Diego

    Check the current bus or road route and reserve extra time for the return.

  3. to · Activity Walk near La Jolla Cove and Ellen Browning Scripps Park La Jolla Cove, San Diego

    Follow posted closures and wildlife viewing rules, and give animals space.

  4. to · Meal Lunch in La Jolla Village La Jolla Village, San Diego
  5. to · Activity Choose a short Coast Boulevard walk or an indoor stop Coast Boulevard, La Jolla

    Check weather, access, and opening days for any museum alternative.

  6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown San Diego
The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
Day 10 San Diego
  1. to · Meal Breakfast downtown Downtown San Diego
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to Liberty Station Liberty Station, San Diego
  3. to · Activity Explore Liberty Station's public courtyards Liberty Station, San Diego

    Choose a short gallery or park stop if its hours fit.

  4. to · Meal Pick lunch at Liberty Public Market Liberty Public Market, San Diego

    Check vendor hours and leave room for an evening taco stop.

  5. to · Activity Walk the waterfront paths around Spanish Landing Spanish Landing Park, San Diego

    Use current signed public access and shorten the walk if needed.

  6. to · Ground transport Return downtown for a break Downtown San Diego
  7. to · Meal Choose a fish taco dinner San Diego, California

    Pick a route-friendly shop and verify its current hours.

The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
Day 11 San Diego
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown San Diego
  2. to · Activity Visit Maritime Museum of San Diego Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Check opening times and individual vessel access.

  3. to · Meal Lunch near the waterfront Embarcadero, San Diego
  4. to · Ground transport Travel to Old Town Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
  5. to · Activity Explore Old Town's public grounds and open exhibits Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

    Check individual buildings before relying on an interior visit.

  6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown San Diego
The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
Day 12 San Diego
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Columbia District, San Diego
  2. to · Activity Take an optional last walk Embarcadero, San Diego

    Skip the walk if you have an early departure.

  3. to · Lodging Check out and collect luggage The Westin San Diego Bayview
  4. to · Ground transport Allow time for onward travel Columbia District, San Diego

    Use the confirmed departure and pickup times from your booking.

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Suggested schedule · All times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

  1. Day 1

    San Francisco

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Francisco
    1. to · Lodging Check in and drop your bags Hyatt Regency San Francisco
    2. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk near the hotel Ferry Building, San Francisco

      Skip this block if you arrive later.

    3. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
    Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
  2. Day 2

    San Francisco

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Francisco
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to Golden Gate Park Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

      Choose a transit stop near the first garden.

    3. to · Activity Explore the Music Concourse and one garden Music Concourse, Golden Gate Park

      Check hours and access for the San Francisco Botanical Garden or another garden.

    4. to · Meal Lunch in the Inner Sunset Inner Sunset, San Francisco
    5. to · Ground transport Continue toward Ocean Beach Ocean Beach, San Francisco
    6. to · Activity Walk an open promenade section near Ocean Beach Ocean Beach, San Francisco

      Stay on the shore paths and follow beach and weather notices.

    7. to · Ground transport Return downtown Embarcadero, San Francisco
    8. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
    Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
  3. Day 3

    San Francisco

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Francisco
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the Ferry Building Ferry Building, San Francisco
    2. to · Activity Walk the Embarcadero to Pier 15 Pier 15, San Francisco
    3. to · Activity Choose hands-on exhibit areas at the Exploratorium Exploratorium, San Francisco

      Check opening days and age or ticket rules for any special program.

    4. to · Meal Lunch near the waterfront Embarcadero, San Francisco
    5. to · Activity Walk the public piers and return along the Embarcadero Embarcadero, San Francisco
    6. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
    Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
  4. Day 4

    San Francisco

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Francisco
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the Ferry Building Ferry Building, San Francisco
    2. to · Cruise or ferry Travel to Angel Island using a confirmed ferry route Ayala Cove, Angel Island State Park

      Match this block to the published ferry schedule. Verify island transport and the last return before booking.

    3. to · Activity Visit the U.S. Immigration Station area Angel Island Immigration Station, California

      Confirm museum opening and access from the ferry landing. Allow time for the uphill walk or available island transport.

    4. to · Meal Eat a packed lunch where permitted Angel Island State Park, California
    5. to · Cruise or ferry Return to San Francisco by ferry Ferry Building, San Francisco

      Use the actual return departure. Substitute a city waterfront history walk if ferries or museum access do not line up.

    6. to · Activity Take a short waterfront walk near the hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
    7. to · Meal Dinner downtown Downtown San Francisco
    Hyatt Regency San FranciscoSan Francisco
  5. Day 5

    Los Angeles

    America/Los_Angeles
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Embarcadero, San Francisco
    2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Hyatt Regency San Francisco
    3. to · Ground transport Travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles San Francisco, California

      Choose the route based on road conditions and your booked transport. A coastal drive with multiple stops takes extra time and may need an additional night. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

    4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles

      Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

    5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Downtown Los Angeles
    The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los AngelesLos Angeles
  6. Day 6

    Los Angeles

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for Los Angeles
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown Los Angeles
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to Los Feliz or Griffith Park Griffith Park, Los Angeles

      Check official park access, weather, and the current observatory bus or road route.

    3. to · Activity Walk a short marked Griffith Park route Griffith Park, Los Angeles

      Choose a route that suits the day's heat and your walking distance.

    4. to · Meal Lunch in Los Feliz or a packed meal Los Feliz, Los Angeles
    5. to · Activity See the observatory grounds and open exhibits Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles

      Confirm grounds and building hours separately, and allow time for the return ride.

    6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown Los Angeles
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown Los Angeles
    The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los AngelesLos Angeles
  7. Day 7

    San Diego

    America/Los_Angeles
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Downtown Los Angeles
    2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles
    3. to · Rail Travel from Los Angeles to San Diego Los Angeles Union Station

      Check the Pacific Surfliner timetable and any service disruptions. Use the arrival station closest to your hotel. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

    4. to · Meal Have lunch near your new base Columbia District, San Diego
    5. to · Lodging Drop bags and check in when the room is ready The Westin San Diego Bayview
    6. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk if time allows Embarcadero, San Diego
    7. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Columbia District, San Diego
    The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
  8. Day 8

    San Diego

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Diego
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown San Diego
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to Cabrillo National Monument Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego

      Check National Park Service access, weather, and operating hours.

    3. to · Activity Explore the monument overlooks and lighthouse grounds Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego

      Use the upland viewpoints as the default. Check official tide and access information before attempting a tidepool visit.

    4. to · Meal Lunch in Point Loma Point Loma, San Diego
    5. to · Activity Walk public shore paths around Shelter Island Shelter Island Shoreline Park, San Diego

      Choose a short out-and-back route and skip exposed paths in poor conditions.

    6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
    7. to · Meal Dinner around Little Italy or downtown San Diego, California
    The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
  9. Day 9

    La Jolla

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for La Jolla
    1. to · Meal Breakfast downtown Downtown San Diego
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to La Jolla Village La Jolla Village, San Diego

      Check the current bus or road route and reserve extra time for the return.

    3. to · Activity Walk near La Jolla Cove and Ellen Browning Scripps Park La Jolla Cove, San Diego

      Follow posted closures and wildlife viewing rules, and give animals space.

    4. to · Meal Lunch in La Jolla Village La Jolla Village, San Diego
    5. to · Activity Choose a short Coast Boulevard walk or an indoor stop Coast Boulevard, La Jolla

      Check weather, access, and opening days for any museum alternative.

    6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown San Diego
    The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
  10. Day 10

    San Diego

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Diego
    1. to · Meal Breakfast downtown Downtown San Diego
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to Liberty Station Liberty Station, San Diego
    3. to · Activity Explore Liberty Station's public courtyards Liberty Station, San Diego

      Choose a short gallery or park stop if its hours fit.

    4. to · Meal Pick lunch at Liberty Public Market Liberty Public Market, San Diego

      Check vendor hours and leave room for an evening taco stop.

    5. to · Activity Walk the waterfront paths around Spanish Landing Spanish Landing Park, San Diego

      Use current signed public access and shorten the walk if needed.

    6. to · Ground transport Return downtown for a break Downtown San Diego
    7. to · Meal Choose a fish taco dinner San Diego, California

      Pick a route-friendly shop and verify its current hours.

    The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
  11. Day 11

    San Diego

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Diego
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Downtown San Diego
    2. to · Activity Visit Maritime Museum of San Diego Maritime Museum of San Diego

      Check opening times and individual vessel access.

    3. to · Meal Lunch near the waterfront Embarcadero, San Diego
    4. to · Ground transport Travel to Old Town Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
    5. to · Activity Explore Old Town's public grounds and open exhibits Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

      Check individual buildings before relying on an interior visit.

    6. to · Ground transport Return downtown Downtown San Diego
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Downtown San Diego
    The Westin San Diego BayviewSan Diego
  12. Day 12

    San Diego

    America/Los_Angeles Open map for San Diego
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Columbia District, San Diego
    2. to · Activity Take an optional last walk Embarcadero, San Diego

      Skip the walk if you have an early departure.

    3. to · Lodging Check out and collect luggage The Westin San Diego Bayview
    4. to · Ground transport Allow time for onward travel Columbia District, San Diego

      Use the confirmed departure and pickup times from your booking.