La Mesa Travel Guide

Just nine miles away from sunny San Diego lies the Jewel of the Hills, La Mesita, a quaint town known for its unique local businesses.

Things to Do in La Mesa

Top attractions include Lake Murray for lakeside activities, Mission Trails Regional Park for hiking, boating and camping, Mt. Helix Park for incredible views of San Diego and live entertainment in an ampitheater, La Mesita Park for skating and tennis, and the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum for a look at historic engines and trains, plus a train ride across the Mexican border and back.

Best Places to Stay in La Mesa

The best places to stay in La Mesa are Fletcher Parkway and Lake Murray Boulevard because they both offer a variety of restaurants and brand name and family-owned retail stores.

Best Events in La Mesa

Annual events include Holiday in the Village, an annual Christmas tradition that features music and dancing, good food, family activities, Main Street shopping, pet adoptions, reindeer games, and Santa's Village. The town also hosts the La Mesa Classic Car Show, where car enthusiasts from all over the area gather to listen to live music while marveling over vintage cars, vans, and trucks.

Things to Do for Families in La Mesa

For family-friendly activities, visit The Playground, an entertainment venue that provides indoor trampolines, a playground, motorized cars, a foam pit and ball pit, snacks and drinks, and Xbox games. Families can also visit Yoga Rascals, a local business that offers family yoga classes.