What to do and see in San Diego, California (CA): The Best Fun Activities & Games

December 16, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

San Diego embodies laid-back California culture, complete with a Boardwalk, surfing communities, and outstanding Mexican food. Breathe in the fresh ocean air at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, then gobble down a fresh fish taco at a La Jolla seafood joint. The naval aircrafts at the USS Midway Museum will have you standing at attention. A free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion is the perfect way to unwind after a Saturday night bar-hop in the thumping Gaslamp Quarter.
Restaurants in San Diego

1. Murder N’ Mayhem

618 5th Ave Henry’s Pub, San Diego, CA 92101-6916 +1 619-781-8013 [email protected] http://Murdernmayhem.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Murder N’ Mayhem

2. House of Hints

5575 Magnatron Blvd Suite H, San Diego, CA 92111-1309 +1 619-738-5810 [email protected] http://houseofhints.com/
Excellent
96%
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5.0 based on 90 reviews

House of Hints

Reviewed By bigroy13

This was a great activity for our week long trip in SD. The detention room was fun and very doable for our family which includes kids 7 and 9 years old. Our person was Cailee and she was a pleasure to work with. She was very engaging. Highly recommended

3. Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt

2260 Calhoun St, San Diego, CA 92110 +1 949-369-0329 [email protected] http://www.MurderMysteryScavengerHunt.com
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5.0 based on 45 reviews

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt

An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll find out if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder... Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles & mind-bending puzzles. Our clues will systematically lead you to explore Old Town San Diego. Using your wits and creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation. Something you're given, along with something in the environment, will allow you to piece together evidence and you'll eliminate suspects until you've discovered... Whodunnit? Your team will compete against up to ten other teams scattered throughout Old Town, each leading their own separate investigation. The team that solves for the murderer needing the least help from headquarters wins! You don't need to be familiar with the area or have any specialized knowledge to win. It's a great way to tour Old Town. Our events are designed for adults! Most other companies give you clues that are solved immediately upon viewing the object you're looking for. Our clues are meant to be challenging, so be prepared to think like a detective... Don't be intimidated... Most teams succeed at solving most of the clues, and there is a helpline in case you get stuck. The game lasts about 3.5 hours and involves traveling about 2 miles on foot. Allow extra time for signing-in at the beginning and socializing at the end. There is no age limit, but the game is likely too mentally challenging for children under 12. This is also a perfect activity for corporate outings and teambuilding events that can be booked any day of the week.

Reviewed By T5885RWneilf

Great for a group to participate. Like an escape room but played outside with lots more puzzles to solve and 10 time the fun. Tremendously inventive. We plan to do ALL of the Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt games in Southern California.

4. Divergent Realities

7380 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Suite 207, San Diego, CA 92111-1115 +1 858-633-3001 [email protected] http://divergentrealities.com
Excellent
90%
Good
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

Divergent Realities

Escape to a divergent reality! Your experience begins from the moment you enter the door until the moment you leave. Your objective is to complete missions as an Agent Recruit for the Divergent Realities Bureau. You and your team of Divergent Realities Investigative Field Team (D.R.I.F.T) Agents will be taking on missions assigned by the famous, yet seldom seen, "The Director." You'll have a support team from Headquarters (HQ) providing you backup as needed to assist you along the way for each mission. Divergent Realities is escape game inspired. All missions are privately reserved for your group only! You will NOT be grouped with other people. No one will be jumping out at you. No one other than the people in your group will be in any of the rooms with you. Two types of Missions are available: "Sitting Duck" for groups of 1-3, and "The Informant" for groups of 3-8. You can book online at our website and see our live calendar (availability is updated every minute)!

5. Escape Game SD

3956 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103-3110 +1 619-642-0095 [email protected] http://www.escapegamesd.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 398 reviews

Escape Game SD

Crack the lock. Beat the clock. Locked in a room, you and your friends have 60 minutes to decrypt all the codes and assemble the clues to discover the way out. Mom told you that you could do anything if you put your mind to it. Was she right? Do you have what it takes to escape?

Reviewed By daryn310

We did the Japanese Thriller room and it was delightfully spooky. The puzzles were fun and we especially loved our host/Master of Ceremonies Cory!! Thanks, Cory, you da best :] Escape Game was super responsive via email when I accidentally booked the wrong date for our event and Jessica was great with helping me reschedule.

6. Enigma HQ Escape Room - Little Italy

1446 Front St Suite 301, San Diego, CA 92101-3425 +1 619-431-5321 [email protected] http://enigmahq.com
Excellent
82%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 308 reviews

Enigma HQ Escape Room - Little Italy

Cinematic Escape Game in San Diego. Embark on an unforgettable journey, where you and your team of up to 8 adventurers will have 1 hour to find clues, solve puzzles and master the power of ... The Lazarus Crystal.

Reviewed By crvannatta

This was really one of the most creative and fun escape rooms I've ever done! Request Megan for your game master, she is so funny and helpful

7. Quicksand Escape Games

1001 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109-2834 +1 619-929-0152 [email protected] http://www.quicksandescape.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 431 reviews

Quicksand Escape Games

Quicksand Escape Games are live escape games in which you are locked in a room and have 60 minutes to solve puzzles, find keys, and escape the room! Quicksand Escape Games specializes in clever and challenging puzzles. Our themes are fun and exciting. Escape the 1920s Speakeasy. Rob the 1950s Diner. Bust 1970s Chinatown. Our rooms are built to accommodate groups both large and small. Our convenient location in Pacific Beach is surrounded by great places to grab a drink or a bite to eat before or after you play. Whether you're a local or just visiting, our games are an unforgettable experience!

Reviewed By aivazovskiiroman

We had company’s Fan Friday and it was as amazing ???? Nice guys, nice secrets and a lot of fun! Good job guys!

8. Escapology San Diego

3116 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109-8725 +1 858-412-5914 [email protected] http://www.escapology.com/en/san-diego-ca/
Excellent
96%
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5.0 based on 433 reviews

Escapology San Diego

Come and play one of our great games in a private team of 2-6 players. Search carefully for clues, solve the puzzles, unlock the locks and escape to freedom within 60 minutes! Located at Belmont Park San Diego, book online for best prices and like us on Facebook to see our regular promotions - or phone in for more information! Private group events available on request.

Reviewed By AngBunso - San Diego, United States

The Budapest Express escape room was one of the more challenging escape rooms that we have done. Nevertheless, it was fun and made us really scramble to get out in time :) Big shout out to Augustus who helped us with the hints... the hints were very helpful without really giving it away. I would recommend this room to a group who has escaped other rooms before (not for beginners).

9. Escape Era

5830 Oberlin Dr Ste 303, San Diego, CA 92121-3703 +1 858-707-5830 [email protected] http://www.EscapeEra.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

Escape Era

Bookings by appointment only. Can you escape in time? At Escape Era, a brand-new escape game in San Diego, California, a team of 2-10 players races against the clock to solve puzzles and escape a locked room in under 60 minutes! Now featuring Deja Vu and Dreamscape Arcade. Tickets are $35 each for 2-3 people, $32 each for 4 people and $27 each for groups of 5 or more people.

Reviewed By JWang_TE - Calgary, Canada

My friends and I, all first timers, visited Escape Era to play our first-ever escape rooms yesterday. Overall, the experience was great: the room was interesting, the staff was very welcoming, and we managed to escape! We did the Deja Vu room and our group of 4 managed to solve it in ~50 minutes. There are a lot of fun surprises throughout; I would definitely say that this room is good for people of all skillsets and experiences. Michael, the member helping us, was awesome throughout. He made us feel very comfortable (as first-timers) and helped create a sense of mystery around the experience. I should also note that unlimited hints are offered, so every effort is made to ensure that you will escape!

10. Lockdown Escape Rooms

1037 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103-3309 +1 619-501-2566 [email protected] http://lockdownrooms.com
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5.0 based on 121 reviews

Lockdown Escape Rooms

Lockdown San Diego, located in the heart of Hillcrest offers 4 immersive and exciting live escape rooms for you and your friends to explore and escape from.

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