Things to do in San Diego
Popular picks: Explore Balboa Park and its museums. · Visit the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park. · Spend a day at one of the city's many beaches. · Tour the USS Midway Museum. · Walk through the Gaslamp Quarter and enjoy the nightlife. · Take a whale watching tour (seasonal). · Visit La Jolla Cove to see seals and sea lions. · Hike in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. · Attend a Padres game at Petco Park. · Explore the museums and art galleries in the Liberty Station arts district.
La Jolla Historical SocietyFree4.8Discover La Jolla's rich coastal heritage, local architecture, and historic exhibits
Marston House$4.7Explore historic Arts and Crafts architecture at San Diego's Marston House.
Tijuana Cultural Center$4.7Explore Baja California's rich art, history, and iconic spherical architecture.
Villa Montezuma Museum$4.6Explore San Diego's iconic Victorian mansion showcasing ornate architecture and history.
New Americans Museum$4.4Celebrating diverse immigrant stories, art, and heritage in San Diego
Adobe Chapel MuseumFreeDiscover historic nineteenth century adobe architecture in Old Town San Diego
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery CenterFreeExplore interactive wetland exhibits and native wildlife in coastal Carlsbad.
Balboa Park$$San Diego's vibrant cultural park with iconic museums and beautiful gardens
Barona Cultural Center & MuseumFreeDiscover the rich history, language, and living traditions of Kumeyaay culture.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps$$Discover interactive ocean exhibits, giant kelp forests, and stunning Pacific views.
Bonita Museum & Cultural CenterFreeDiscover local art, regional history, and culture at Bonita Museum.
Cabrillo National Monument$Discover breathtaking Pacific ocean views and history at Point Loma
California Surf Museum$Explore rich surf culture and historic wave riding in Oceanside
Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training CenterFreeWorld-class 155-acre training facility for Olympic and Paralympic athletes in San Diego
Chula Vista Heritage MuseumFreeDiscover local South Bay history inside the Chula Vista Public Library
Coronado Museum of History & ArtFreeExplore local history, military aviation, and island heritage in Coronado.
EmbarcaderoFreeSan Diego's bustling waterfront promenade filled with scenic bay views.
Firehouse MuseumFreeExplore classic fire engines and historic firefighting gear in Little Italy
Fleet Science Center$$Explore interactive science exhibits and immersive giant dome theater experiences.
Heritage of the Americas Museum$Explore ancient artifacts, prehistoric fossils, and art in El Cajon.
Heritage ParkFreeStep Back in Time at Heritage Park, San Diego
Japanese Friendship Garden$Discover peaceful gardens, koi ponds, and cultural heritage in Balboa Park
Junípero Serra Museum$Explore San Diego history inside an iconic Spanish Revival park landmark
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic ParkFreeExplore historic adobe architecture surrounded by free-roaming peacocks in Carlsbad.
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