Plan Your San Diego Spring Break Getaway
Spring is in the air, and it’s a great time to plan an escape to San Diego! From the near-perfect weather in beautiful, sunny SoCal to the fun things to do in San Diego, it’s the ultimate spring break getaway you’ve been dreaming of. Your San Diego spring break getaway starts at the Best Western Island Palms, where you will find water and marina view suites for your San Diego vacation. Our Shelter Island hotel is the perfect spring break escape and offers guests a resort-style hotel with two pools and hot tubs, complimentary bicycle rentals, onsite tennis courts, a fitness center, in-room massages, and an onsite restaurant and bar!
You’ll also be right in the center of all the best things to do in San Diego during spring break, so you’ll enjoy the most popular attractions, festivals, flower gardens, and sporting events San Diego has to offer. Here are some of the exciting adventures happening this spring near your room or suite here at the Best Western PLUS Island Palms.
Top Things to Do in San Diego During Spring Break
SeaWorld (5.0 Miles from Hotel)
Join the fun this spring at SeaWorld San Diego with a variety of activities and events starting in March. From the Seven Seas Food Festival and Viva La Musica celebration to the new Jewels of the Sea jellyfish aquarium, spend spring break at SeaWorld San Diego where there is fun for the whole family.
Belmont Park (5.4 Miles from Hotel)
Belmont in Bloom, one of the most popular things to do in San Diego, is a vibrant festival that celebrates the beauty of spring at the beach at Belmont Park. Enjoy colorful floral arrangements, vibrant sculptures, a variety of local artists, and exciting performers during your spring visit.
Balboa Park and Botanical Gardens (5.6 Miles from Hotel)
You will experience spring in bloom during your San Diego spring break visit to the botanical garden at Balboa Park. Explore the recently renovated Botanical Building, as well as over 2,100 varieties of plants on the grounds at the Marston House Garden, the Inez-Grant Memorial Rose Garden, and the ever-popular Japanese Friendship Garden this spring.
San Diego Zoo (8.9 Miles from Hotel)
Spring is a great time to visit the San Diego Zoo. You’ll see the beautiful blooming flowers as well as exciting animal adventures, the tropical rainforest, and world-class botanical gardens. Experience and explore the beautiful spring colors along with thousands of fluttering butterflies at the Hidden Jungle at the San Diego Zoo.
Birch Aquarium (13.1 Miles from Hotel)
There is so much to see and do at Birch Aquarium in San Diego this spring. Guests can interact with the penguins and sea dragons as well as have a hands-on experience at Tide Pool Plaza and Blue Beach. Fun for all ages and a great San Diego spring break activity everyone will enjoy.
Top Spring Flower Gardens in San Diego
Japanese Friendship Garden (6.2 Miles from Hotel)
This popular San Diego flower garden offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and cultural festivals paying tribute to Japanese culture. Inspired by centuries-old Japanese design and techniques, guests enjoy living exhibitions comprising of native Japanese plants, an exhibit hall, activity center, Koi pond, and a 200-cherry tree grove at the Japanese Friendship Garden at Balboa Park.
Coronado Flower Show (10.6 Miles from Hotel)
Put the Coronado Flower Show on your list of things to do in San Diego this spring. Join the fun at the largest tented Flower Show in the U.S. for a weekend of festivities the whole family will enjoy. Held at Spreckels Park, this two-day event includes landscape displays, floral competitions, demonstrations, live entertainment, food, beer & wine garden and more.
San Diego Botanical Gardens (26.8 Miles from Hotel)
Take in the spring vibe with 40 acres of ocean and flower views at this popular San spring break destination. San Diego Botanical Gardens is a must-see this spring. Guests can explore over four miles of trails with ocean views and over 5,000 different plants in 29 themed gardens.
Carlsbad Flower Fields (31.8 Miles from Hotel)
Spring is the perfect time to visit Carlsbad Flower Fields and is one of the most popular things to do during spring break in San Diego. Lots to experience at this beautiful 55-acre property, including tractor wagon rides, a flower maze, Carlsbad Mining Company, and more!
Top Spring Festivals Attractions in San Diego
Gator by the Bay (2.4 Miles From Hotel)
Gator by the Bay is one of the most popular things to do in San Diego in the spring. Voted San Diego’s Best Festival, Gator by the Bay is held the second weekend in May each year and features four days of live music and Louisiana-style food. Enjoy over 100 special performances on 6 stages, plenty of dance floors, southern food from Louisiana, and fun for the whole family!
Cherry Blossom Festival (5.6 Miles from Hotel)
San Diego spring break fun includes the popular Cherry Blossom Festival, held each year at the Japanese Friendship Garden at Balboa Park. Enjoy a sunny day in San Diego with live performances, a special children’s area, delicious cultural foods, and of course, the beautiful blossoming trees in the cherry blossom grove. It’s one of the best ways to spend spring break in San Diego.
North Park Festival of Beers (8.5 Miles from Hotel)
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Enjoy the gorgeous spring break weather in San Diego at the North Park Festival of Beers on April 5th. Always on the top of the list of things to do in San Diego during spring break, this fun festival invites guests to enjoy the best craft beer from 50 local breweries, live music, delicious food, and more.
Uncorked Wine Festival (5.6 Miles From Hotel)
Uncorked, a popular San Diego spring festival, is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year. Held at The Embarcadero, this party in the park on Saturday, April 12th offers over 150 wines & champagnes from around the world. Enjoy local food trucks, a DJ, and lawn games. Grab a picnic blanket and get “Uncorked” at this popular spring wine festival in San Diego.
Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival (5.6 Miles From Hotel)
The Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival is a great San Diego spring break event that offers a diverse lineup of artists of all genres, including rock, hip-hop, indie rock, reggae, rap, EDM, adult alternative, and country. Planned activities for attendees of this 3-day event on May 16 through 18 in San Diego include harbor cruises, an EDM dance club, bar and dinner parties, games, private lounges, and more.
Top Spring Sporting Events in San Diego
Crew Classic (4.1 Miles from Hotel)
The Crew Classic offers an array of activities in addition to world-class racing in San Diego each Spring. Enjoy the Crew Classic March 28 – 30, which not only spotlights the popular rowing event, but is a fun social gathering offering great local food, a beer garden with San Diego’s famous local craft breweries, and shopping near popular Mission Bay.
Padres Opening Day (6.4 Miles from Hotel)
Join the fun as the San Diego Padres begin their regular season of baseball! You do not want to miss the season opener at Petco Park where they will host the Atlanta Braves on March 27. Fun for the whole family!
San Diego FC Soccer (10.0 Miles from Hotel)
Come out and join the fun and support the San Diego FC at the Snapdragon Stadium this spring. Always a good time, San Diego spring break events don’t get any better than spending some time at the stadium cheering on your favorite soccer team! Get tickets here to experience the excitement!
Plan Your San Diego Spring Break Getaway Today at the Best Western Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Are you ready to soak in the California sunshine and enjoy the fun things to do in San Diego during spring break? Book your room or suite here at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina today and be prepared to have the best spring break getaway ever. Our Shelter Island resort-style hotel is in the heart of San Diego’s Hawaiian Isle, and offers spacious guest suites, a convenient location, and urban amenities that are the perfect choice for spring break in San Diego.