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Pick upLos Angeles · Sep 18
Drop offSan Diego · Sep 20
Total miles143 mi
Getting There · Step 1
Stay Tonight · Los Angeles, CA
Hotel
Los Angeles Overnight
Check-inFri, Sep 18
Check-outSat, Sep 19
First pitch10:10 PM ET
Book near downtown or the ballpark so your first-game arrival stays simple.
DAY 1
Friday, September 18
First pitch at 10:10 PM ET — Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium tonight. Don't leave without Dodger Dog.
Stop 01 of 03
Los Angeles, CA · Fri Sep 18
Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles Dodgers · MLB
10:10 PM ET
vs. San Francisco Giants
Must Eat at the Park
Dodger Dog
A 10-inch steamed pork frankfurter in a steamed bun. The highest-volume hot dog in professional sports — over 10 million sold per season.
Local Beer
Golden Road Mango Cart
The mango wheat beer that became LA's most recognizable craft product. Light, tropical.
Golden Road Brewing
Stay Tonight · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Overnight
Check-inFri, Sep 18
Check-outSat, Sep 19
First pitch tomorrow at 9:38 PM ET. Leave by 7:32 PM.
Sat Morning
When to Depart
Leave by7:32 PM
Drive to Anaheim35 mi · 0.6h
Game time9:38 PM ET
Leave on time to allow for fuel, food, and parking.
Breakfast Stop · Los Angeles, CA
Before You Hit the Road
Du-par's Restaurant
Open since 1938 at the Farmers Market on Fairfax. Pancakes made from scratch that have been ordered every morning for 85 years. The butter and maple syrup situation is serious. A Hollywood institution.
Buttermilk pancakes + coffee
Open 6 AM daily
Los Angeles → Anaheim
35 mi · 0.6h · easy leg
DAY 2
Saturday, September 19
A short 0.6h drive from Los Angeles sets up the day. First pitch at 9:38 PM ET — Los Angeles Angels vs. Minnesota Twins at Angel Stadium tonight — Team Photo tonight.
Stop 02 of 03
Anaheim, CA · Sat Sep 19
Angel Stadium
Los Angeles Angels · MLB
9:38 PM ET
vs. Minnesota Twins
Must Eat at the Park
Helmet Nachos
Nachos served in a full-size batting helmet with cheese, jalapeños, and pico. The helmet is yours to keep.
Local Beer
Golden Road Mango Cart
The mango wheat beer. Light, tropical, perfect for Orange County weather.
Golden Road Brewing
Stay Tonight · Anaheim, CA
Anaheim Overnight
Check-inSat, Sep 19
Check-outSun, Sep 20
First pitch tomorrow at 4:10 PM ET. Leave by 12:48 PM.
Sun Morning
When to Depart
Leave by12:48 PM
Drive to San Diego108 mi · 1.9h
Game time4:10 PM ET
Leave on time to allow for fuel, food, and parking.
Anaheim → San Diego
108 mi · 1.9h · easy leg
DAY 3
Sunday, September 20
A short 1.9h drive from Anaheim sets up the day. First pitch at 4:10 PM ET — San Diego Padres vs. Miami Marlins at Petco Park today — Kids Superhero Lunch Box (14 & under); Healthcare Appreciation Day today.
Stop 03 of 03
San Diego, CA · Sun Sep 20
Petco Park
San Diego Padres · MLB
4:10 PM ET
vs. Miami Marlins
Must Eat at the Park
Donut Bacon Cheeseburger
Beef patty, bacon, cheese between two glazed donuts — a national story when introduced. Randy Jones BBQ.
Local Beer
Stone Brewing IPA
Full tap program: IPA, Arrogant Bastard Ale, rotating seasonals. One of America's most influential craft breweries.
Stone Brewing
Shift 2 days to catch Kids Superhero Lunch Box (14 & under); Healthcare Appreciation Day at Petco Park.
• Kids Superhero Lunch Box (14 & under); Healthcare Appreciation Day at Petco Park
• Hispanic Heritage Celebration; Fiesta in the Park at Petco Park
• Hispanic Heritage Celebration at Petco Park
• Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Postgame Concert (Los Tucanes de Tijuana) at Petco Park
What to Budget
Estimates only — prices vary by availability
Tickets · 3 games (avg $46)$138
Hotels · 2 nights (avg $155)$310
Fuel · 143 mi at $0.18/mi$26
Ballpark food & drinks$150
Total Estimate$624
* Estimates only. Prices vary.
How This Trip Was Planned
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