- Our list of the best things to do in Vista, California, features the top 316 nearby activities — including 136 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Vista, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Food & Drink.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Vista, CA , followed by 295 popular activities in nearby cities, including Escondido, La Jolla, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Temecula, Poway, Fallbrook, Encinitas, San Marcos, Del Mar, Ramona, Murrieta, San Clemente, San Diego and Coronado
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22.3 Miles
At Tenaja Falls, travelers can go day hiking or horse riding through a scenic location. The half-hour trail offers views of the waterfall, but hikers should be wary of the nearby poison oak.
22.6 Miles
91%
214 votes
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
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The University California, San Diego one of the world's top public research universities. It is located in La Jolla, California.It is organized into five graduate schools, six residential colleges,and two professional medical schools
22.6 Miles
Dedicated to marine education, conservation and appreciation, the Birch Aquarium at Scripps is one of the largest and most important aquariums in the United States. It is particularly noted for its coral exhibits.
22.6 Miles
Temecula’s Temeku Cinemas is part of the Tristone Cinema chain of discount movie theaters. The theater shows a combination of second-run Hollywood films and classic movies, and is available for group rentals.
22.7 Miles
A professional not for profit theater, the La Jolla Playhouse hosts a wide variety of productions, many of which have moved on to become Broadway standards. The playhouse also offers a variety of educational programs.
22.7 Miles
The Schwaesdall Winery in the Ramona Valley possesses a vast collection of wines and hosts a multitude of events. The winery offers a variety of wines for visitors to taste and the chance to meet with winemakers on every visit.
22.9 Miles
17948 California 67, Ramona, CA 92065
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Featuring a charming patio, the Salerno Winery is a family-owned boutique winery. The winery serves appetizer along with a variety of their best varietals including a range of deep reds and crisp, fruity whites.
22.9 Miles
79%
73 votes
8879 Villa La Jolla Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
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A four-screen movie theater, La Jolla Village Cinema displays foreign and independent films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers party hosting and non-standard concession options including espresso, Fair Trade chocolate and Italian soda.
23.0 Miles
A popular location for hiking in Poway, Iron Mountain is favorited by locals and their dogs. The mountain offers a moderate hiking trail with a steep incline that takes to you to the summit.
23.1 Miles
The Pole Position Raceway accommodates competitive go-kart racers of all ages. The facilities are state-of-the-art and fume free. Walk-in visitors are welcome, in addition to reserved birthday parties, team building, and other private events.