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William Routtupdated Oct 2026
The short version
A small bluff-top village between Torrey Pines and the San Dieguito Lagoon — one of California's most established beach communities and home to the Del Mar racetrack.
Del Mar is a small bluff-top village between Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and the San Dieguito Lagoon, occupying just under two square miles. The village is centered on Camino del Mar and 15th Street, with Del Mar Plaza and Powerhouse Park overlooking the beach. South of the village, the Beach Colony stretches along the coastline; east, Del Mar Heights spreads up the hillside.
Del Mar is home to the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, which has hosted a summer thoroughbred meet since 1937, and is part of the Del Mar Union and San Dieguito Union school districts. The market is among San Diego County's most exclusive, with limited inventory and a mix of beach cottages, contemporary bluff-top homes, and Spanish-style hillside properties.
- Bluff-top
- Beach village
- Racetrack town
- Low-key luxury
Local picks
Our favorite local spots
3 min read
Jake's Del Mar: Oceanfront Seafood, Hula Pie, and the 4 p.m. Menu Nobody Knows About
Sitting right on the sand in Del Mar, Jake’s pairs unbeatable oceanfront views with top-tier coastal dining and a legendary Maui dessert that keeps guests coming back.
6 min read
Coya Peruvian Secret: Del Mar's Flower-Covered Patio Serving Serious Peruvian Food
A Peruvian restaurant a few blocks from the beach in Del Mar, where the ceviche is the real thing, the patio is covered in bougainvillea, and the parking is free.
4 min read
Nick’s Del Mar: The Heights Dining Room in Carmel Valley
Nick’s Del Mar sits upstairs in the Del Mar Heights shopping center, offering polished-casual California dining, classic American favorites, and a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere.
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Uncorked Wine Festival in Del Mar
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Outdoor options in Del Mar
5 min readDel Mar Beaches and Parks: A Local's Guide to All ElevenDel Mar packs eleven public beaches, parks and bluff preserves into about two square miles. Everyone goes to the sand at 15th Street. The best view in town is a ten-minute walk away and almost nobody finds it.Events
Coming up in Del Mar
Bing Crosby Opening Day
- Del Mar Racetrack — 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar, CA 92014
- Fri, Nov 6 · 12:30 PM
- From $8
Del Mar Racing Season
- Del Mar Thoroughbred Club — 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
- Fri, Nov 6 – Nov 29 · 12:30 PM
- From $8
Uncorked Derby Days: Wine, Horse Racing, and Derby Style
- Del Mar Thoroughbred Club — 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar
- Sat, Nov 14 · 12:00 – 4:00 PM
- From $84
SnowJam San Diego
- Del Mar Fairgrounds, Exhibit Hall — 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
- Fri, Nov 20 – Nov 22 · 4:00 – 5:00 PM
- $17
Coastal Christmas Del Mar
- Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014
- Fri, Dec 11 · 4:00 – 9:00 PM
- From $27.00
Real estate
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