As you begin to explore the areas outside your San Diego sanctuary from Penny Realty, the first place you will probably want to visit is the Mission Beach Boardwalk. Stretching out between 2 to 3 miles (depending on the source), this is where you go when you want to see and be seen, offering shopping and dining experiences as well as a chance to hang out in a nearly 100-year-old amusement park, the boardwalk reflects the California lifestyle in all the best ways. This guide to the Mission Beach Boardwalk will give you a little something extra to look forward to in the days, weeks, and months that lead up to your California vacation.
The Early Days
The Mission Beach Boardwalk and Belmont Park were “born” in 1925, both being developed to hopefully attract tourists to the area. In those early days, it was billed as a boost to local businesses, and soon after opening became most popular with beach goers. As the years passed, it has gone through many expansions and transformations, and today, is a historical landmark that perhaps best represents the feel and vibe of San Diego and the beach.
Belmont Park
Belmont Park is the amusement park that prodded the production of the boardwalk, opening its gates for the first time in 1925 and offering rides, carnival games, dining, and shopping experiences. In 2025, the park will celebrate 100 years and will offer a variety of events and activities to help in the celebration.
Anglers Love Crystal Pier
Historic Crystal Pier is a no-permit-necessary fishing zone, offering the opportunity for the angler in your life to spend some time fishing off the pier and hopefully bringing home that night’s dinner to be grilled on the barbecue that is on your sanctuary’s back deck. It is also a great place to view the sunset, maybe taking pictures that will grace the walls of your home, serving as a reminder of the adventures you have enjoyed during your California vacation.
Shopping on Mission Beach Boardwalk
Forgot your swimsuit? Need some sunscreen? Or just looking for some unique souvenirs to bring home to your friends and family that weren’t able to join you on this trip of a lifetime? The shops on Mission Beach Boardwalk, including Breeza, Sun Diego, and Belmont Beach Gifts and apparel, are sure to have the treasures you seek!
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Our California retreats, located not far from the Mission Beach Boardwalk, are destined to be the cherry on the top of a very delicious vacation sundae. Reserve your favorite escape today!
