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Pro
lesser unknown, so generally less crowded; nice people
Con
sunburns, too many hawaiian shirts
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islandtaryn Says: San Clemente has an art fair once a month that is definitely worth making time for. The market happens along the main street so when you have finished your shopping you can stop for lunch at one of the cafes. There is also a farmers market along Avenida Del Mar that often...
marinarena Says: Summertime in San Clemente means great times at the main beach. Attending the annual Ocean Festival in July is a must here if you love everything ocean. The highlights of the festival are the sport competitions, including surfing and swimming. One event surely not to miss is...
Picnic / Day Use area in San Clemente State Park
anacapa Says: If you can't get a campsite at San Clemente, you can do the next best thing and stop by for a day and use the picnic area. The day rate at San Clemente State Park is $10. And the picnic area has views of the ocean and lots of parking. There is also a wide trail down to the...
generasianx Says: Beautiful, clean beach in South Orange County. The park entrance is reached via the Avenida Calafia exit. The beach also provides camping ground with fire pits.$10 per car upon entering the parking lot.My rating: 4 stars out of 5.
1 Review and 71 Opinions This is probably the most convenient hotel to the main area of town - within a few blocks. But, be...
Pedro's Tacos: Tasty Fish Tacos
kellinwood Says: Pedro's is a local taco stand that offers very good fish tacos and other mexican food treats. It has a surf theme with a walk up window and a drive-through. The fish tacos are great, and I've been wanting to try the fried chicken burrito.This is the place to go for good...
Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar: Great Seafood
girladventure Says: Great ocean front dining, good food and drinks. Located on the historic San Clemente Pier. The glassed-in decks over the breaking white water are awesome especially on abeautiful summer day. Love the swordfish - what you see on the photo. Their "trestle" cocktail is really...
Cafe Calypso: coffee house in a historic setting
anacapa Says: This is a picturesque spot to enjoy a cup of coffee or a morning bagel. The cafe is very low key, very casual. You stand in line to order. Sandwiches are served in a paper-lined plastic basket. The court yard and the interior lobby are very classic old California. Though the...
Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar: Watch the sunset over the Pacific
anacapa Says: The restaurant is low key, casual. There are lots of tables outside. Chairs at the outdoor tables are white plastic, garden variety. There are clear wind barriers that make sitting outdoors enjoyable on windier days. This place is very comfortable and casual. The wait staff...
Cabrillo Playhouse: Dinner and a Play in San Clemente
cnango Says: On the corner of Ola Vista and Aveneda Cabrillo in San Clemente is the little community theater, the Cabrillo Playhouse.It is a small theater with only 66 seats, so you are not far from the stage in any seat. Broadway plays and musicals are performed here about 6 times a...
Jtodd Says: Live music 6 nights a week and some pretty good bands. Usually have reggae on FRiday nights. Check the website for schedules.Or, you can try Gordon James on Fri/Sat nights. They are a bit mellower - classic rock and jazz.
marinarena Says: San Clemente is one of the most lovely stops along the Pacific Surfline of Amtrak. Actually, at two points in SC, one can arrive directly at the beach. The northern stop is at :San Clemente (Commuter) Station1850 Avenida EstacionSan Clemente, CA 92672* Note: The Amtrak train...
Trestles Surf Outlet: Ripcurl Outlet Store
anacapa Says: Rip Curl outlet store for surf gear and beach apparel. wetsuits, rash guards, swim suits, summer clothing, flip flops, sunglasses On June 1, 2008, I paid $14 for a $29 pair of shorts, and $12 for a $26 tank. Great discounted prices.
Cheers: "Shabby Chic" style in San Clemente
keida84 Says: An eclectic mix of cards, pottery, pillows, soaps, lotions and knick knacks. I could have gotten lost in there for hours just looking at her selection of greeting cards. The shop owner has done an exceptional job of selecting items that you don't see everywhere. One of the...
anacapa Says: someone here will find you and you'll be better off here than where you were, no matter what.
marinarena Says: Known by many residents but often missed by most outsiders is a gem of a cultural center just walking distance from the shore.Casa Romantica is a beautiful 2 1/2 acre home that is a setting for small town artistic expression and entertainment. It is one of southern...
cnango Says: San Clemente has the most surf spots in California. And with it's mild weather and great swells, the beaches of San Clemente can be enjoyed all year round.:
Jtodd Says: Great place to start a bike ride up PCH heading north or down through San Onofre to the South. If you head south you can ride all the way to San Diego through Camp Pendleton and at least 1/3 of this ride is pretty free of auto traffic.
San Clemente Street Fair (End of Summer)
marinarena Says: Taking the train (Amtrak) right to "Main Shore", the place to be in SC. Recommended by one of my brothers, I have enjoyed the San Clemente Street Fair in the past few years. It's nothing so special, as there are many street fest during the summer in SoCal, but this one has...
Shaft28 Says: When passing through and feeling hunger, go to Tommy's diner. I remember eating there 4 times in 5 days and having a waitress that looked just like Winnie Cooper from the Wonder Years help us.Friendly staff, but even better burgers.Grab a shake, fries and a burger and you...
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San Clemente - San Clemente "a Spanish Village by the Sea" is located on the coast between LA & San Diego. It has a mild annual climate, so travel here is good year round. San Clemente is home to the most surf spots...
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Q: Hi, I am looking for things to do with my 14 yo daughter here in San Clemente. We don't have a car so need to find things w/in...
A: If you get tired of the beach activities you may want to consider taking the metrolink train http://www.metrolinktrains.com/ south from San Clemente to Oceanside,...
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San Clemente "a Spanish Village by the Sea" is located on the coast between LA & San Diego. It has a mild annual climate, so travel here is good year round. San Clemente is home to the most surf spots...
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She is a quiet, coastal town with a lovely shore and ideally located between L.A and San Diego. While she is not quite as grand as her closer neighbor, Laguna Beach, she is excellent in her own...
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I had the pleasure of visiting San Clemente when I met fellow VT'er cnango Nancy is a lovely and gracious person who invited me to her home which she shares with her husband, Jeff. Nancy went out of...
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San Clemente is the quintessential sleepy, Southern California beach community, warm weather and great surf. No great nightlife just lots of sun, great beaches and Mexican restaurants.
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San Clemente is a beach side town on the suburbia coast of SoCal's Orange County. I have not really explored the area. I was only there for a short time to meet up with some VT friends for lunch prior...
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