List: 10 places in San Diego to people watch

San Diego is a city full of beautiful sights and people, which makes America's Finest City a perfect place to people watch.

Here's 10 places around San Diego where you can take a seat (or a stroll) and enjoy the view:

Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego

-- Most likely the best place to people watch in all of San Diego. Take a walk through the historic (and very busy) Gaslamp Quarter, and when it's time for a break, many of the area restaurants, bars and lounges have outdoor seating for you to sit back, relax and enjoy the view.

 

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Jun 11, 2017 at 2:14pm PDT

Horton Plaza Park

900 4th Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
-- The park next to the Horton Plaza shopping mall hosts concerts, fitness events and other fun activities.

 

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine." - Anthony J. D'Angelo ☀️(📸: @the.redviking)

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May 19, 2017 at 1:08pm PDT

Tuna Harbor Park

700 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
-- Get a great view of the San Diego Bay, USS Midway Museum and the Embracing Peace statue (also known as the "kissing statue" or "Unconditional Surrender" statue).

 

Embrace your loved one with a visit to #embracingpeace statue at #tunaharborpark.

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Jun 7, 2017 at 2:26pm PDT

Plaza de Panama at Balboa Park

1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92102 (Located across San Diego Museum of Art)
-- The Plaza de Panama fountain is at the center of the famed Balboa Park, giving visitors quick access to museums and other places of interest.

 

Architectural inspiration on this fine day! #BalboaPark #CaliforniaTower #Architecture #PlazaDePanama #BlueSkies #PalmTrees #SanDiego #mysandiego

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Apr 2, 2015 at 12:57pm PDT

Mission Beach Boardwalk

1710 W Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109
-- Walk/jog/bike/skate along the beach, play games or go on a ride at nearby Belmont Park, or simply stop and admire the view at this popular destination (especially during the summer).

 

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Apr 4, 2017 at 9:31am PDT

La Jolla Shores

8300 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037
-- There are plenty of spots to sightsee and people watch, including La Jolla Cove, The Children's Pool (for seal watching) and, of course, the popular beaches.

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Seaport Village

849 W Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
-- A great spot to not just people watch but to also catch the sunrise or sunset. There are plenty of places to shop and eat, as well.

 

"San Diego—where the sun shines approximately 266 days a year, and the temperature remains welcomingly warm, thanks to the mild Mediterranean climate of “America’s Finest City.” Thank you @bcliving for including #SeaportVillage in your lovely roundup titled "Explore Your Way Through San Diego in 3 Days". The post suggests spending the first day downtown: "Grab a coffee to go and head out for a stroll along the boardwalk to Seaport Village, where you can browse through shops, listen to live music and admire the boats that line the harbour." #VisitSeaport

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Apr 18, 2017 at 10:33am PDT

Coronado Tidelands Park

2000 Mullinex Dr., Coronado, CA 92118
-- Want to people watch and have a great view of the San Diego Bay and Coronado Bridge? Head over to Tidelands Park for all of that and more.

 

That sun looks good on ya Coronado #werk #latergram #sunrise #coronado #coronadobridge #tidelandspark #luckywelivesd

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Feb 16, 2017 at 4:25pm PST

University Avenue in North Park

-- You can't visit San Diego without venturing through North Park, where you can find an eclectic collection of restaurants, bars, clubs and shops.

 

F R I Y A Y || who's ready to #ExploreNorthPark this weekend? 📷: @theogjulie

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Apr 14, 2017 at 3:28pm PDT

Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach

-- Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach is a people watcher's dream, with numerous restaurants, bars and shops to choose from.

 

Garnet Avenue | College Memories 💛

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May 9, 2017 at 12:46am PDT