Day 3 & 4 Trip Report
Started with breakfast at Clayton’s. Yes, I had apple pie 🥧 for breakfast and I’d do it again! Yummy! We took the ferry over and spent the morning at the USS Midway. Last year we toured the Intrepid in NYC. Cool to compare and contrast. My hubs had a blast. Many vets were there as guides sharing stories for Memorial Day. Very cool. We then went to Tuna Harbor to see Unconditional Surrender Statue and Bob Hope Salute.
Next we took an uber to Lou and Mickeys for a delicious lunch. The food and service were some of the best on our trip. We started with the goat cheese and then had steak and rolls with au jus, horseradish, fries.
After lunch we did our own walking tour of the gas lamp district seeing: Chinese Museum, Horton Hotel, Gas Lamp Museum, Old City Hall, Keating Nuilding, Louise Bank and Bakboa Theater. The architecture and vibe is cross between a western Boston and Nashville! Loved it. Great stop at Ghirardelli for cocoa!
Day 3 and 4 in San Diego sound like a wonderfully immersive experience! You started your morning with breakfast at Clayton’s, where the highlight was apple pie for breakfast—definitely a decadent and memorable choice. This set a sweet tone for the day.
You then took the ferry over to visit the USS Midway, an iconic aircraft carrier museum. Comparing it to the Intrepid in New York City provided a fun contrast. The presence of veterans sharing their stories for Memorial Day added a meaningful and personal touch to the visit, enhancing the historical experience.
After touring the USS Midway, you visited Tuna Harbor to see the famous Unconditional Surrender statue as well as the Bob Hope Salute, both iconic San Diego landmarks that offer great photo opportunities and a glimpse into the city’s military history.
For lunch, you took an Uber to Lou and Mickey’s, which delivered an exceptional dining experience. The highlights included:
- Starter: goat cheese, which set a flavorful beginning to the meal.
- Main courses: steak and rolls with au jus, horseradish, and fries, noted for both quality and service.
- Overall: the combination of food, presentation, and attentive service made it one of the best meals of your trip.
Post-lunch, you embarked on a self-guided walking tour of the Gaslamp Quarter, exploring several historical and cultural landmarks, including:
- Chinese Museum
- Horton Hotel
- Gaslamp Museum
- Old City Hall
- Keating Building
- Louise Bank
- Balboa Theater
The architecture and ambiance of the district were likened to a blend of western Boston and Nashville, offering a unique mix of historic charm and vibrant urban energy. You also enjoyed a sweet stop at Ghirardelli for cocoa, which provided a perfect break and a touch of indulgence.
Overall, these two days combined history, culture, and culinary delights, making for a rich and enjoyable exploration of San Diego. The mix of guided experiences, like the USS Midway, and self-guided exploration in the Gaslamp District allowed for both structured learning and personal discovery.
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