We don’t know about you, but we’re not really dinner and a movie type of folks. If you’re looking to mix things up a bit and surprise your special someone, we’ve got a treat for you. San Diego is full of hidden gems and fun adventures to go on. So, we’ve listed a few ideas for you to try out. Here are the best secret San Diego date ideas to take your partner to this fall (or whenever you wanna go). Spruce Street Suspension Bridge Price: Free Hours: 6 am - 10 pm daily Location: W Spruce St, San Diego, CA 92103 Why You Need To Go: This hidden gem provides one of the best skyline views of San Diego hidden among nature. View this post on Instagram Spruce street suspension bridge from above🤙🏻 - - #sandiego_ca #urbanlandscapes #sprucestreetsuspensionbridge #bankershill #downtownsd #beautifulcityview #socalsummer #cityvibes #californiadream A post shared by Chasing The Drone Life (@chasingthedronelife) on Aug 16, 2018 at 3:51pm PDT Website Elfin Forest Price: Free Hours: 8 am to 7 pm daily Location: 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido, CA 92029 Why You Need To Go: You can explore over 11 miles of trails in this beautiful park leading to perfect picnic spots and scenic mountain lookouts. Talk about a beautiful place to watch the sunset. View this post on Instagram #elfinforest ... I jumped out to the lil island for this pic 🤣 . . #magicalplaces . . . . . . . #hikingtreasures #hikingtrail #afterworkhike #hikes #hikingfinds A post shared by Yezzy Ling Ling (@yesika_ling) on Sep 27, 2019 at 7:20pm PDT Website Belmont Park Price: Free parking and admission (rides and activities are extra) Hours: Monday - Thursday 11 am to 8 pm, Friday - Saturday 11 am to 10 pm, Sunday 11 am to 9 pm Location: 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109 Why You Need To Go: This historic oceanfront museum is one of those can’t miss San Diego activities. At night, the lights of the park are beautiful, and you can see the ocean from the top of the rollercoaster ride. View this post on Instagram Located on the corner of Mission Blvd. & Ventura Pl. 🎢 #GiantDipper #BelmontParkSD 📷: @missionbeach.sd A post shared by Belmont Park (@belmontparksd) on Sep 7, 2019 at 9:21am PDT Website Santee Drive-In Price: $9 per person Hours: Varies by film and showing Location: 10990 N Woodside Ave, Santee, CA 92071 Why You Need To Go: You can experience what your parents always talked about with a classic drive-in movie. View this post on Instagram Getting ready for another great drive-in at @assumptionschoolsl this weekend with @dcassumption ... see you Saturday! A post shared by Paul Jackman (@paultheoutdoormovieguy) on Oct 14, 2019 at 4:41pm PDT Website Observatory Campground Price: $15 - $30 a night. Day use requires a California Adventure Pass. Hours: Open 24 hours Location: Observatory Campground Co Hwy S6, State Park Rd #21485, Palomar Mountain, CA 92060 Why You Need To Go: Just an hour from San Diego, you’ll find the 4,800-foot-tall Palomar Mountain. The Observatory Campground has some of the best stargazing views in all of Southern California. View this post on Instagram - Palomar Mountain, California follow @cactiscloud - #photography A post shared by @ cactiscloud on Feb 5, 2019 at 4:22pm PST Website Mission Trails Regional Park Price: Free for hiking. Hours: 7 days a week, 9 am to 5 pm Location: 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119 Why You Need To Go: This gorgeous regional park offers stunning views of San Diego that you wouldn’t expect to find in SoCal. View this post on Instagram Running and Orion.. ❤️ #happiness A post shared by Tessa Castillo (@tessaannecastillo) on Jun 2, 2019 at 7:33pm PDT Website Secret Swings La Jolla Price: Free Hours: Open 24 hours Location: Multiple Why You Need To Go: You can swing above beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean and get the whole place to yourself. View this post on Instagram “Make decisions from the place where laughter comes from” ••••• Rumor has it some lovely soul repaints this secret swing ever so often with a new inspiring quote. Whoever you are... keep doing you, we appreciate you. A post shared by Laura W | San Diego Blogger (@be_larzz) on Oct 6, 2019 at 6:51pm PDT Website We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.