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#1San Diego Zoo
Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom at the 100-acre (40-ha) San Diego Zoo, home to more than 4,000 animals across 800 rare and exotic species. Spend quali...
recommend92% of travellers recommend
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#2SeaWorld San Diego
Uncover aquatic adventures at SeaWorld® San Diego, where thrilling rides and spectacular live animal shows are sure to entertain visitors young and old. Take...
recommend72% of travellers recommend
#3USS Midway Museum with Skip-the-Line Entry
Climb on board the USS Midway, known for serving in both Operation Frequent Wind in 1975 and Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Skip the lines with express entr...
recommend96% of travellers recommend
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#4LEGOLAND® California Resort
AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND® California Resort, where families can have a hands-on, interactive experiences to make memories that last a lifetime! The Resort ...
recommend82% of travellers recommend
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#5Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
We are OCEANSIDE ADVENTURES. A luxury Whale Watching company located in front of the historic Lighthouse in Oceanside Harbour. Come out with us for an AWE in...
recommend86% of travellers recommend
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#6Classic Sailing boat Afternoon Harbour Tour
Is this your first time sailing? Or have you logged a fair amount of sea-time? Either way, a San Diego boat tour on our 1914 replica Friendship Sloop is a on...
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#7San Diego Zoo Safari Park
The sun beats down on the grasslands as you look out over the plains, and for a second, you swear you can feel the heat of the Kenyan savannah. Explore natur...
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#8San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
With this hop-on hop-off trolley tour, you can explore parks, the waterfront, and interesting districts at your leisure. Turn back the pages of history and l...
recommend94% of travellers recommend
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#9Harbour Cruise of San Diego Bay
Sit back and relax as you cruise San Diego Bay. Listen to an entertaining guide recount the history and highlights of the city while pointing out sites like ...
recommend84% of travellers recommend
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#10San Diego SEAL Tour
This 90-minute fully-narrated journey departs from Seaport Village located on Harbour Drive at the Embarcadero. Enjoy learning about San Diego's past and pre...
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Things to Do in San Diego County
This city by the sea is a coveted vacation destination for anyone with wanderlust. San Diego has it all: natural beauty, a buzzing nightlife, plenty of food, and more adventure sports than you can tackle in one trip. Whether you’re hoping to soak in some sun on the beaches or eat your way through the Gaslamp District, travellers of all types can find fun things to do in San Diego, CA. From the mountains to the sea, San Diego activities appeal to the heart of anyone eager to experience Southern California.
Areas & Neighbourhoods
San Diego neighbourhoods cover the gamut of city attractions and vibes. From historic sites in Old Town to trendy wine bars in South Park, all visitors will feel right at home in America’s Finest City.
North Park — This central neighbourhood is teeming with new restaurants and trendy craft breweries. It’s also quite walkable, so you can park near 30th Street and University Avenue and trek until you find a place that looks appetizing.
Balboa Park — Balboa Park has more than a dozen museums and plenty of public gardens. It’s also home to restaurants, event venues, and the San Diego Zoo.
La Jolla — Whether you want to hit up some of the more hidden-away patches of sand along the San Diego coastline or check out trendy boutiques, La Jolla is a good pit stop for your itinerary. Of course, you can also jump off a cliff during a hang-gliding session here.
Hillcrest — This gay-friendly neighbourhood is full of local coffee shops, lots of nightlife, and unique eateries. You’ll be sharing the sidewalks with plenty of San Diegans, but the vibrancy of the area makes the crowded conditions well worth it.
East Village — Sitting east of the famous Gaslamp District , East Village is the place to go if you want to catch a San Diego Padres™ game or attend a free community event for bloggers. It’s also within walking distance to many downtown clubs and restaurants.
What to See in San Diego
Before you get busy with water sports and other active pursuits, check out some of the fun things to see in San Diego. Go to the Cabrillo National Monument to view the best panoramic scene of the city and then head down the mountain to look at sea life in the tide pools. Watch the sunset from the shores of Coronado in front of the famed Hotel Del Coronado, or spend time on just about any other local beach. Attending the Old Globe Theatre is a relaxing way to end your day, or you can watch the nightly fireworks going off over SeaWorld® in the summer months.
Things to Do & Attractions in San Diego
While a day at the beach is practically obligatory here, fun things to do in San Diego also include visiting the world-famous zoo , hiking Torrey Pines State Reserve, and meandering through sensory pleasing farmers markets in nearly every neighbourhood. San Diego amusement parks also abound, ranging from the oceanfront rides at Belmont Park in Mission Beach to LEGOLAND® in North County. Cap off any day with dinner in the Gaslamp District or a sunset cocktail at La Jolla Shores. You’ll find that San Diego has activities up its sleeve for all types of visitors.
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