Have you been craving a California getaway, without the congestion of LA? San Diego offers plenty of sandy beaches and sunny days, with an even more laid-back vibe and the best border town tacos you can find.

The city’s top-rated local craft brewing industry is a major draw, along with the famous San Diego Zoo, other amusement parks and many historic sites from the city’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. And San Diego’s deep-water harbor supports a wide range of coastal activities, including sightseeing cruises, whale-watching and Southern California’s largest sport fishing fleet.

Fortunately, there are plenty of relatively inexpensive flights between Miami and San Diego on travel site Skyscanner.

Here’s a list of flights, hotels, restaurants and local attractions in San Diego to get you excited about your next excursion.

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Cheapest San Diego flights

The cheapest flights between Miami and San Diego are if you leave on May 4 and return from California on May 6. Frontier Airlines currently has tickets for $245, roundtrip.

There are also deals to be had in April. If you fly out of Miami on April 30 and return from San Diego on May 4, American Airlines can get you there and back for $267 roundtrip.

Top San Diego hotels

To plan your stay, here are some of San Diego’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.

The Hotel del Coronado (1500 Orange Ave.)

If you're looking to treat yourself, consider The Hotel del Coronado. The hotel has a 4.6-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $290.

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows (2223 El Cajon Blvd.)

Another 4.6-star option is The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows. Rooms are currently set at $79/night.

The U.S. Grant (326 Broadway)

A third option is The U.S. Grant. The 4.7-star hotel has rooms for $159/night.

Set in the heart of San Diego, this hotel is close to the Westfield Horton Plaza, Petco Park, as well as the San Diego Convention Center. Other attractions include the San Diego Zoo.

Featured San Diego food and drink

Don't miss San Diego's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings.

Extraordinary Desserts (2929 Fifth Ave.)

First things first: dessert. For a popular option, check out Extraordinary Desserts, which has an average of 4.7 stars out of 160 reviews on Skyscanner.  

"This is a very nice place to hang out with friends and share some beautifully decorated treats," wrote visitor Roque. 

The Prado at Balboa Park (1549 El Prado)

If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to The Prado at Balboa Park, with 4.6 stars from 133 reviews.

Set in finely manicured gardens, the Prado Restaurant is located at the historic House of Hospitality in the center of San Diego

"One of our favorites in Balboa Park," wrote reviewer Sandra. 

Mister A's (2550 Fifth Ave., 12th Floor)

Also worth considering is Mister A's, with 4.8 stars from 77 reviews.

"The place is beautiful, the view is gorgeous and the food is amazing!" wrote Makiah. 

Featured local attractions

Not sure what to do in San Diego, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.

The San Diego Zoo (2920 Zoo Drive)

First up is The San Diego Zoo. It has 4.8 stars from 1,036 reviews. 

The San Diego Zoo houses over 4,000 animals from more than 800 species. At over 100 acres, the zoo offers exhibits that run the gamut of the world’s ecosystems: rainforest, savanna, desert and more.   

Balboa Park (1549 El Prado, San Diego)

Then, there's Balboa Park. It has 4.8 stars from 815 reviews.

Along with countless green spaces and gardens, the urban park is home to multiple museums, shops, restaurants and, most famously, the San Diego Zoo.  

The Gaslamp Quarter (614 Fifth Ave.)

Finally, consider checking out The Gaslamp Quarter, which has 4.6 stars from 578 reviews.

"Great places for food, drink and nightlife. A lovely historic part of San Diego with a great feel to it," wrote visitor Derek. 

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