John Muir College - Celebrating the Independent Spirit
Even though there are always many activities and events happening on campus, sometimes we know that you just have to get away...but what are you going to do, and more importantly, how will you get there? These pages aim to provide ideas for a wide range of activities, and some transportation alternatives when you don't have a car.

Beaches

One of Muir College's biggest draws is the number of excellent beaches that are close by. This one stop beach listing gives locations of all the major local beaches, directions and information about bus routes, and information about activities that can be done at each beach.

Movies

Click on each theater name to go to a list of currently playing movies.

Bowling, Ice skating, etc...

Click on each item to find out more!

  • Boomers, 6999 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, CA 92111. Enjoy Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, Arcades, Lazer-Tag, Bumper Boats and more...
  • UTC Ice Town, 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, CA 92122 (La Jolla Village Drive and Genessee Ave. Located in the UTC Mall food court.)

Shopping Malls

Here is a list of local malls. Click on each to go to it's website and find out more about the types of shops you will find.

  • University Towne Centre, 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, CA 92122 (La Jolla Village Drive and Genesee Ave)
  • Horton Plaza, 324 Horton Plaza, CA 92101 Located between Broadway and G Street, and First and Fourth Aves., next to the historic Gaslamp Quarter, in the center of San Diego's downtown.
  • Fashion Valley, 7007 Friars Rd, CA 92108. Located off Highway 163 at Friars Road West in the heart of Mission Valley.
  • Mission Valley, 1640 Camino Del Rio North, CA 92108. Exit I-8 at Mission Center Rd.
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets, 5620 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100, CA 92008. Exit I-5 at Palomar Airport Road. Outlet shopping in North San Diego County.

Tourist Attractions

Tourist Attractions to see while you are in San Diego. Take the time to explore your new surroundings - or use these as ideas for places to go when parents visit!

Theatre and Events Schedules

This section is comprised of links to scheduled events in San Diego, from sports arenas, to art exhibits, to theatre and dance, its all here.

Transportation Options

So you have no car, but you want to get away from campus. You've bothered that guy down the hall one too many times, and you really need another option...

  • Metropolitan Transit System. Timetables and locations of public transportation in San Diego County.
  • Amtrak. For information about Amtrak schedules and destinations.
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