Moving from Charleston, SC, to San Diego, CA

Planting roots in America’s Finest City

Each year, San Diego, CA, draws nearly 29 million visitors to its picturesque location along the Southern California coast just north of the Mexico border. But if you’re planning to make your new home in the nation’s most expensive place to live, there are some things important things to know — including a cross-country moving option from Charleston, SC, that’s easy and affordable.

Here comes the sun

They don’t call it “Sunny San Diego” for nothing. With a mild climate and sunny days nearly 70 percent of the time, San Diegans enjoy some of the best weather anywhere, allowing them to explore the area’s many beaches, trails, and other popular outdoor activities year-round. And while Charleston has its share of nice weather, San Diego offers a nice break from the intense summer heat and humidity.

Stimulate your taste buds

Are you a fan of Charleston’s Lowcountry delicacies? From fresh seafood to authentic Mexican cuisine, you can easily find just about any type of food you want in San Diego, a city of 1.4 million people. If you enjoy the iconic Charleston City Market, make sure to visit one of San Diego’s popular food halls, like the Liberty Public Market.

Sampling San Diego’s signature activities

Here are some can’t-miss things that should be on your list:

• If you enjoy beach sunrises in Charleston, a sandy San Diego sunset should be on your radar.
• Speaking of beaches and sunsets, La Jolla Cove is a must for any nature lover. It’s home to sea caves, pristine beaches and hosts an annual migration of female leopard sharks, who visit La Jolla (pronounced “La Hoya”) every summer through fall to enjoy warmer waters and give birth to their pups.
• The historic Gaslamp Quarter features some of San Diego’s best restaurants and shops, along with beautiful Victorian architecture. It’s also right next to Petco Park, home of MLB’s San Diego Padres, in the heart of downtown.
• Balboa Park is the cultural hub of San Diego with its more than two dozen museums housed in buildings featuring Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. It also has gardens, theaters and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
• Delve into the history of the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Midway, a retired aircraft carrier than now serves as a museum.
• Just a short ferry ride from downtown San Diego, Coronado Island is a charming resort town known for its wide beaches, dog-friendly spaces, San Diego skyline views, and the historic Hotel del Coronado, opened in 1888.
   

U-Pack can simplify your move from Charleston to San Diego

With a cross-country move spanning more than 2,400 miles, you may think DIY is your best and most affordable choice. But with a hybrid service like U-Pack®, all you have to do is load your belongings into our equipment — either at your home in Charleston or at one of our local service centers — and we’ll do the driving! Just meet us at your new place to unload in less than a week. Contact us today for a free quote.