Best things to do in San Diego
Discover the city according to locals. Find the best things to do, places to eat, and get priceless advice from the people who live here.
Theme Park Ride / Attraction
“Beautiful scenery, walking paths, gardens, museums, places to eat, music, entertainment, historical part of San Diego.”
997 locals recommend
Zoo
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“ BEST zoo in the world, be sure not to miss the shows listed on the map/program you receive. You have to be in the right place at the time the shows go on. There is no additional charge for the shows. You can save money by buying tickets to the Safari Park at the same time you pay to get in the zoo. This would take another day as one of them is enough for one day. The Safari Park is about 45 min North and it’s 1800 acres where the animals run free like in Africa.”
733 locals recommend
Park
“Good hikes. Park at bottom, walk up and around, back down on the beach. This is not the golf course - it's next to it.”
494 locals recommend
Theme Park
“Spend the day with the family at Sea World. Discount tickets often available at Costco or online. ”
297 locals recommend
Shopping Centre
“Embrace the coastal chic lifestyle at Southern California's trendiest destination, Fashion Valley. Accented by living succulent walls, gorgeous palm trees and an array of high end brands. Fashion Valley Mall is an upscale, open-air shopping mall in Mission Valley in San Diego.”
285 locals recommend
Museum
“The USS Midway Museum is a historical naval aircraft carrier museum located in downtown San Diego, California at Navy Pier. The museum consists of the aircraft carrier Midway. The ship houses an extensive collection of aircraft, many of which were built in Southern California.”
249 locals recommend
Neighbourhood
“All the best bars restaurant and sports venues in town within walking distances ”
433 locals recommend
Zoo
“Inspired by the African Serengeti and the endless expanses of the Asian plains, the 1,800-acre San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers you an exotic safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself. San Diego Zoo Safari Park is home to more than 3,500 rare and exotic animals - most of whom roam freely in vast enclosures. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Safari Park.”
255 locals recommend
Baseball Stadium
“Catch a Major League Baseball game at Petco Park with the San Diego Padres.”
222 locals recommend
Shopping Plaza
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“Located by the harbor next to downtown Seaport Village is a local landmark. With more than 50 small unique shops and street performers. ”
285 locals recommend
Beach
“One of the best beaches in San Diego has a hidden treat - the only place in the world where you are able to swim with leopard sharks in the open water! Nearby Torrey Pines has wonderful trails for a short hike before taking a dive in the Pacific Ocean!”
385 locals recommend
Neighbourhood
“Discover the Mexican heritage of San Diego along with great dining options and handicraft shops.”
364 locals recommend
Theme Park
“Get on a wild roller coaster ride in front of the Pacific Ocean, play some arcade games, a place to have fun! From here you can take a Scooter ride (bird, lime, Lyft) from mission beach to Pacific beach along the board walk. Tons of places to eat around and grab a beer. ”
220 locals recommend
Theme Park Ride / Attraction
“There are numerous museums, a beautiful arboretum, access to the famous San Diego Zoo right next door, beautiful strolls through a well-preserved San Diego landmark. ”
357 locals recommend
National Park
“Excellent place with awesome views. I think its the best place in San Diego for views. National Parks pass is free to enter $10 per vehicle”
304 locals recommend
Theme Park
“Marine life shows, rides, aquariums, and plenty of other opportunities to see what San Diego has to offer!”
142 locals recommend