Pacific Beach, Beachfront neighborhood in San Diego, United States
Pacific Beach stretches along the Pacific Ocean coastline with a 3.2-mile boardwalk connecting residential areas, shops, and sandy shores.
The neighborhood emerged after the 1885 cross-country railroad completion, developing between 1886 and 1888 through initiatives by D.C. Reed and other investors.
The area has transformed from a student-centered beach community into a mix of surf enthusiasts, young professionals, and families living near the ocean.
North Pacific Beach offers calm waters and wide beaches with lifeguard stations, public restrooms, and dedicated areas for swimming and water activities.
Crystal Pier, constructed in 1927, extends over the ocean and includes cottages where visitors can sleep above the rolling waves.
Location: San Diego
GPS coordinates: 32.79783,-117.24031
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:19
San Diego contains nature parks, zoos and museums. The city features historic districts including Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. San Diego Zoo houses 3500 animals, while Balboa Park offers gardens and museums. La Jolla Cove and Mission Beach provide water sports areas. Torrey Pines and Sunset Cliffs nature reserves border the coast. SeaWorld and the Midway Museum stand among main attractions.
SeaWorld San Diego
3.8 km
La Jolla Cove
6.6 km
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
6.3 km
Mount Soledad
4.7 km
Journey to Atlantis
4.1 km
Belmont Park
3.1 km
Presidio of San Diego
6.2 km
Children's Pool Beach
6.6 km
Windansea Beach
5.3 km
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
6.3 km
Giant Dipper
3.1 km
Presidio Park
6.2 km
Casa de Estudillo
6.3 km
Manta
3.6 km
Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant
6.3 km
Mount Soledad cross controversy
4.7 km
Tourmaline Surfing Park
2.2 km
El Pueblo Ribera
5 km
La Valencia Hotel
6.5 km
La Jolla Woman's Club
6.2 km
San Clemente Canyon
6.2 km
Marine Street Beach
5.8 km
La Jolla Recreational Center
6.2 km
Belmont Park
3.2 km
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
6.3 km
Johnson House, Old Town San Diego
6.3 km
La Jolla Women's Club
6.2 km
Red Rest and Red Roost Cottages
6.5 kmReviews
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