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.

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Tijuana River National Estuarine Research ReserveFree
Explore scenic coastal wetlands and diverse birdlife at Imperial Beach.
Timken Museum of ArtFree
Discover fine European masterpieces and Russian icons in Balboa Park
Torrey Pines State Natural ReserveFree
Discover rare coastal pine trees, dramatic bluffs, and Pacific ocean views.
USS Midway Museum$$
Step Aboard History at the USS Midway Museum
USS Midway Museum$$
Explore real naval aviation history aboard an iconic historic aircraft carrier
Veterans Museum at Balboa Park$
Honoring American military history and veterans in historic Balboa Park
Visions Art Museum$
Discover contemporary quilt and textile art in San Diego's Liberty Station
Warner-Carrillo Ranch House$
Historic 1857 adobe ranch house and former Butterfield Stage stop
Waterfront ParkFree
Scenic San Diego bayfront park featuring interactive splash fountains and playgrounds
Windansea BeachFree
Iconic La Jolla beach famous for surf breaks and historic shack
Women's Museum of California$
Discover the inspiring heritage and powerful stories of influential California women

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