A recommended day trip from Sheraton San Diego Resort
Start your day at Sheraton San Diego Resort with a waterfront breakfast, then take a short drive or walk along the Embarcadero to visit the USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village. Finish with a late-afternoon return to the resort for paddleboarding or pool time and dinner at Rumorosa or Brewery X.
In this guide
- Start with a marina-view breakfast at the resort
- Walk the Embarcadero and visit the USS Midway
- Lunch in Little Italy or back at the resort
- Afternoon watersports or pool time
- Sunset dinner and waterfront drinks
- Plan logistics and useful hotel services
- Optional: extend your afternoon to Coronado or Balboa Park
Start with a marina-view breakfast at the resort
Head to Shorelight or Rumorosa for an early breakfast with bay views—both serve breakfast and open in the morning. Strada Italian Market is a grab-and-go option if you prefer coffee and a quick bite before setting out.
Take a table on the waterfront patio (when available) so you can see the marina and plan the rest of your day from the water’s edge.
- Shorelight: breakfast service and bay views
- Rumorosa: breakfast buffet options and casual Mexican/Baja dishes
- Strada Italian Market: La Colombe coffee and grab-and-go items
| Venue | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Shorelight | Leisurely sit-down breakfast with views |
| Rumorosa | Buffet or plated breakfast; casual |
| Strada Italian Market | Coffee and quick bites |
Walk the Embarcadero and visit the USS Midway
From the Sheraton’s bayfront location you can walk or take a short drive to the Embarcadero. The USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are among the nearby waterfront attractions referenced by the hotel.
If you plan to tour the USS Midway, allow at least 1–2 hours for exhibits and the flight deck. The Maritime Museum of San Diego is also within easy reach if you prefer historic ships and exhibits.
- USS Midway Museum: a short drive from the resort (hotel lists it among nearby attractions)
- Seaport Village: waterfront shopping and dining along the Embarcadero
- Maritime Museum of San Diego: historic vessels and short drive from the hotel
| Attraction | Why go |
|---|---|
| USS Midway Museum | Carrier exhibits and flight deck |
| Seaport Village | Waterfront shops and casual dining |
| Maritime Museum of San Diego | Historic ships and maritime exhibits |
Lunch in Little Italy or back at the resort
For a neighborhood meal, Little Italy is close by and offers many Italian cafes and specialist eateries. If you prefer to stay on-site, Brewery X provides casual pub fare and a bayside setting in the Marina Tower lobby.
Rumorosa and Shorelight remain options for lunch at the resort; Rumorosa serves Mexican/Baja dishes, while Shorelight leans Italian/American with waterfront views.
- Brewery X: casual American brew pub fare in Marina Tower lobby (open daily)
- Rumorosa: Mexican/Baja plates suitable for a relaxed lunch
- Little Italy: nearby neighborhood with many lunch options
| On-site lunch venues | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Brewery X | Craft beer and pub bites |
| Rumorosa | Tacos, tortas, and Baja-inspired plates |
| Shorelight | Italian/American dishes with bay views |
Afternoon watersports or pool time
Return to the resort for paddleboarding or other watersport rentals listed among the property’s on-site activities, or relax by one of the resort’s three heated outdoor pools and two hot tubs. The Lanai pool is designated adults-only; the property also maintains a family pool.
Pool hours for the Adult Pool and Family Pool are listed as 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Sunglow Cabana Bar operates seasonally and may be closed depending on the time of year, so check with the concierge for current hours.
- Three outdoor heated pools plus two spa tubs and a sauna noted in hotel materials
- Lanai pool: adults-only with cabanas
- Sunglow Cabana Bar: seasonal poolside service (check current status before arrival)
| Pool/Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Adult Pool (Lanai) | Adults-only; cabanas available |
| Family Pool | Open to all guests |
| Third pool | Additional heated outdoor pool |
Sunset dinner and waterfront drinks
For dinner, Rumorosa and Shorelight are your closest on-site options with different menus—Rumorosa favors Mexican/Baja flavors while Shorelight serves Italian/American dishes with bay views. Brewery X is the pick for a casual meal and craft beverages.
If you want a table with a view, ask for a waterfront patio or window seat when you make a reservation. Rumorosa accepts reservations via OpenTable and by phone.
- Rumorosa: Mexican/Baja dinner service and weekend brunch offerings
- Shorelight: Italian/American evening menu with bay views
- Brewery X: casual pub menu and craft beers; hosts regular tasting events
| Venue | Evening focus |
|---|---|
| Rumorosa | Dinner and live-music nights; casual dress |
| Shorelight | Leisurely dinners with bay views |
| Brewery X | Pub fare, game-day specials, and tastings |
Plan logistics and useful hotel services
Sheraton San Diego Resort provides a complimentary airport shuttle to/from San Diego International Airport during specified hours; confirm current schedules with the front desk. The hotel’s front desk is open 24 hours for assistance.
If you’re driving, the property lists both self-parking and valet parking options and an on-site electric vehicle charging station; parking fees and shuttle schedules vary by source and can change, so verify rates on arrival.
- Complimentary airport shuttle to SAN—confirm times with the hotel
- 24-hour front desk and porter/bellhop service available
- On-site self-parking and valet parking; EV charging station on property
| Service | What to check |
|---|---|
| Airport shuttle | Operating hours and reservation details |
| Parking | Self-parking and valet rates vary |
| EV charging | On-site station with tiered hourly fees |
Optional: extend your afternoon to Coronado or Balboa Park
If you have extra time, consider driving to Coronado for the beach (the Coronado Ferry and water taxi options connect downtown to Coronado Ferry Landing). Coronado Beach and the Hotel del Coronado area are popular choices for seaside walks.
Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are also within a few miles of the hotel and offer museums, gardens, and cultural attractions if you prefer an inland afternoon.
- Coronado: reachable by ferry or car; ferry dock is accessed from downtown piers
- Balboa Park: museums and gardens a short drive from the hotel
- Ask the concierge about current schedules for ferries, water taxis, and local transit
| Option | Why go |
|---|---|
| Coronado | Beachtime and waterfront promenade |
| Balboa Park | Museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo |
| Seaport/Embarcadero | Harbor cruises and waterfront dining |
