International House San Diego is located in the historic Old Town district. Located on the sunny California coast, San Diego has one of the finest climates anywhere (click here for a current forecast). The average annual temperature of 20°C provides year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation. The beautiful beaches are uncrowded and every sport is available from golf to para/hang gliding. Fine restaurants, jazz clubs and discos make for a great nightlife. The city has a rich tradition in music, theater and the arts. San Diego's most popular tourist destinations include the world-famous San Diego Zoo & Wild Animal Park and SeaWorld.

The downtown area offers great shopping, dining and sightseeing at Horton Plaza, Seaport Village, Balboa Park and the historic Gaslamp Quarter, -- all within five minutes by trolley. Within a short drive are Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the major theme parks of Disneyland and Universal Studios. Within a day's journey are Las Vegas and the stunning desert national parks of Joshua Tree and Anza-Borrego.