Just 20 miles north of San Diego, Solana Beach offers visitors a quaint and picturesque beach-town experience with the convenience of the nearby big city. Though the community offers just two miles of coastline, there’s still plenty to do and see, including the city’s beautiful bluffs, coves, golfing, shopping and dining.

Still, if you get the urge to explore nearby areas, simply hop on the city’s commuter train to Del Mar (north) or San Diego (south), where you can explore the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, LEGOLand or numerous other shopping and dining opportunities.