The perfect low pressure 3 day beachside reset is calling your name in Dana Point. If you want that full reset feeling built on ocean air, slow mornings, and minimal driving here’s a coastal exhale that leans towards calm.
Day 1: Arrival and Ocean Views
Upon arriving in Dana Point, check in at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel and follow the scenic path down to Salt Creek Beach. For lunch, visit Young's Beach Shack which offers a casual dining experience with an amazing oceanfront view. Featuring locally sourced food both affordable and low-key, try the Shrimp Tacos or a Fried Chicken Sandwich while taking in the shoreline views.
After soaking up some sun, make your way to the harbor for drinks, appetizers, or dinner at the the beloved Turks Dana Wharf, where local nostalgia and sunset views over Dana Point Harbor perfectly capture the town's charm. Try their famous Seafood Special.
Day 2: Harbor Exploration and Local Flavors
Start your second day with a light breakfast and caffeine fix from Coffee Importers in Dana Point Harbor. Whether you choose a Dana Bagel, an RJB Biscuit sandwich, or their signature Harbor Latte, it is the perfect way to fuel up.
Following breakfast, take a stroll through the harbor and cross the bridge to the island. Here, you can admire the docked boats and visit the statue of Richard Henry Dana; the namesake of Dana Point, situated right in the heart of the island.
For your next meal, head over to aPizza Doho on PCH for a casual lunch or early dinner. Their menu features local favorites like the Zucchini Chips, the Simple Salad, and "The Endless Summer" pizza, a delicious nod to the iconic surf film produced right here in Dana Point.
Wrap up your day by visiting the Wine Experience at Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching. Pick up a bottle of wine, a Coastal Cheese Board, and the Dark Chocolate Trio before setting off on a rented Duffy boat from Dana Wharf. It is the perfect way to spend the evening, no itineray, just cruising the calm harbor waters and enjoying a breathtaking Dana Point sunset.
Day 3: Coastal Wellness & Leisure
Conclude your retreat with a morning focused on wellness and gentle coastal exploration. Begin with a refreshing stroll along Strands Beach, followed by a stop at Moulin for a pastry and coffee, both conveniently located within walking distance of The Ritz-Carlton.
In the afternoon, embrace a slower pace with a round of golf at the Monarch Beach Golf Links. Afterward, make your way to Club 19 for a peaceful lunch, where you can enjoy the bright sunshine and serene views.
Conclude your coastal escape by booking a luxurious treatment at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Spa to relax and recover before the weekend ends.
Plan your ultimate Dana Point reset today!