If you love the charm of a small beach town that still feels like it has yet to be discovered by the masses, then you’re going to feel right at home at this hidden gem in SoCal. With a laid-back beach vibe and a posh shopping district packed with tons of local boutiques and restaurants, this quaint beach community offers a little something for everyone.
The City of Solana Beach, tucked inside San Diego County, is one of the most delightful beach towns that has yet to be discovered by the masses.
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If you’re a local to San Diego, there’s no question you’re familiar with the charm of Solana Beach. Thankfully, the rest of Southern California (and the world) has yet to discover this quaint slice of paradise.
josh ragusa/trip advisor Tucked between Del Mar and Encinitas, this small beach town with a population just shy of 13,000 still has a small town feel.
Whether you enjoy lounging on a beach blanket on the sand or you prefer a more adventurous day of surfing in the ocean, Solana Beach has plenty of beaches that will appeal to everyone.
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Or if all you want to do is take a leisurely stroll along the beach so you can feel your toes in the sand, this is the place to be.
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In addition to the serene beaches, you’ll also find plenty of hiking trails in Solana Beach. And they are all worth the visit. One of our favorites is the rugged setting of Annie’s Canyon Trail at N. Rios Ave.
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And if a day of shopping is what you seek, you’ll find plenty of places to browse in Solana Beach.
googlemaps/ahmad reza fattahi The Cedros Avenue Design District, home to over 80 boutiques, galleries, and restaurants, offers tons of local shopping and dining. Show up on Sundays and you’ll get to experience the weekly farmers market that runs every week from 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Just one of the many fun and quirky shops that can be discovered along Cedros Avenue that captures the unique flavor of this charming beach town.
andrew james b/googlemaps Pictured here: House Vintage located at 315 S Cedros Ave.
It’s hard to resist an opportunity for an outdoor picnic at Solana Beach. To fully embrace the laid-back lifestyle of this setting, just grab a seat on one of the beach benches and dine outside while enjoying a fresh SoCal breeze.
shameem rizwan/googlemaps Even though Solana Beach is home to many mouthwatering restaurants, there’s something so special about enjoying a meal outside.
Or bring your own chairs and grab a seat wherever you’d like so you can soak up this epic view that we get to enjoy right here in SoCal.
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What a charming beach town in Southern California. Have you ever spent any time at Solana Beach? If you have a favorite beach town in SoCal, please let us know in the comments.
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Tucked between Del Mar and Encinitas, this small beach town with a population just shy of 13,000 still has a small town feel.
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The Cedros Avenue Design District, home to over 80 boutiques, galleries, and restaurants, offers tons of local shopping and dining. Show up on Sundays and you’ll get to experience the weekly farmers market that runs every week from 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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Pictured here: House Vintage located at 315 S Cedros Ave.
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Even though Solana Beach is home to many mouthwatering restaurants, there’s something so special about enjoying a meal outside.
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