BEST Places To Photograph In San Diego

A local’s guide to the best spots to photograph in San Diego County to get the most instagrammable shots during your stay!

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From east county to downtown, these are a few of the best places to photograph in San Diego from a local photographer.

Downtown

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La Jolla Cove

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Windansea Beach

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Horton Plaza

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Torrey Pines Gliderport

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Scripps Memorial Pier

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