Guidebook for San Diego

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Guidebook for San Diego

Entertainment & Activities

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore a historic aircraft carrier. Activities for all ages including self-guided audio tours, theater, flight simulators, climb-in aircraft, ejection seats and cockpits, guided tours of the bridge and more. Audio tours available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, French and German. Spectacular flight deck views of the downtown skyline, San Diego Bay Bridge, and active U.S. Navy ships! Midway is an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of San Diego, original home of TOP GUN. Conveniently located in downtown San Diego along the Embarcadero. Parking available alongside on Navy Pier. Closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
775 locals recommend
USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor Dr
775 locals recommend
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore a historic aircraft carrier. Activities for all ages including self-guided audio tours, theater, flight simulators, climb-in aircraft, ejection seats and cockpits, guided tours of the bridge and more. Audio tours available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, French and German. Spectacular flight deck views of the downtown skyline, San Diego Bay Bridge, and active U.S. Navy ships! Midway is an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of San Diego, original home of TOP GUN. Conveniently located in downtown San Diego along the Embarcadero. Parking available alongside on Navy Pier. Closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Unforgettable Experiences Abound at SeaWorld Spread across 190 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for its amazing animals, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides, beautiful landscaping and education programs for all ages. Unforgettable experiences begin immediately at SeaWorld's interactive arrival experience, Explorer's Reef. Guests enter under an iconic wave sculpture and are immediately immersed into an undersea adventure where they can touch a shark, interact with a ray and feel tiny cleaner fish gently nibble at their hands. Little explorers will be delighted with our all-new realm, Ocean Explorer, featuring five new children's rides and three new animal encoun
1754 locals recommend
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.
1754 locals recommend
Unforgettable Experiences Abound at SeaWorld Spread across 190 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for its amazing animals, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides, beautiful landscaping and education programs for all ages. Unforgettable experiences begin immediately at SeaWorld's interactive arrival experience, Explorer's Reef. Guests enter under an iconic wave sculpture and are immediately immersed into an undersea adventure where they can touch a shark, interact with a ray and feel tiny cleaner fish gently nibble at their hands. Little explorers will be delighted with our all-new realm, Ocean Explorer, featuring five new children's rides and three new animal encoun
Located on the surf and sand of Mission Beach, Belmont Park is San Diego's only beachfront amusement center! From the historic Giant Dipper roller coaster to the famous simulated wave machines and four dynamic oceanfront restaurants, Belmont Park is the quintessential Southern California beach experience. Take a stroll through the park and grab a giant ice cream cone then check out all the action on the FlowBarrel. Sit down for a delicious bite to eat or one of 69 beers on tap at Draft South Mission beach after a fun-filled day of mini golf, rock climbing and rides. No matter your age, the park has something everyone in the family can enjoy. However you choose to spend your day, Belmont Park
689 locals recommend
Belmont Park
3146 Mission Blvd
689 locals recommend
Located on the surf and sand of Mission Beach, Belmont Park is San Diego's only beachfront amusement center! From the historic Giant Dipper roller coaster to the famous simulated wave machines and four dynamic oceanfront restaurants, Belmont Park is the quintessential Southern California beach experience. Take a stroll through the park and grab a giant ice cream cone then check out all the action on the FlowBarrel. Sit down for a delicious bite to eat or one of 69 beers on tap at Draft South Mission beach after a fun-filled day of mini golf, rock climbing and rides. No matter your age, the park has something everyone in the family can enjoy. However you choose to spend your day, Belmont Park
Their World Awaits! See more than 5,000 fish in 60+ habitats plus a museum featuring cutting edge research from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Take in spectacular panoramic ocean views, get hands on with interactive activities, see a tank feeding, and dive deeper into the world under, in, and above the oceans. Explore the wonders of the ocean at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Perched on a picturesque bluff in La Jolla, the aquarium features 60+ tanks of colorful marine life, including dazzling coral reefs, thrilling sharks, undulating jellyfish and three outdoor, living tide pools. An interactive museum showcases research discoveries on climate, earth and ocean science.
366 locals recommend
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition Way
366 locals recommend
Their World Awaits! See more than 5,000 fish in 60+ habitats plus a museum featuring cutting edge research from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Take in spectacular panoramic ocean views, get hands on with interactive activities, see a tank feeding, and dive deeper into the world under, in, and above the oceans. Explore the wonders of the ocean at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Perched on a picturesque bluff in La Jolla, the aquarium features 60+ tanks of colorful marine life, including dazzling coral reefs, thrilling sharks, undulating jellyfish and three outdoor, living tide pools. An interactive museum showcases research discoveries on climate, earth and ocean science.
Wonders of Wildlife at the San Diego Zoo An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Spend the day monkeying around in our tropical oasis as you visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, Komodo dragons, tigers, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, elephants, and more. Visit the Australian Outback to see our colony of more than 25 koalas. Take a Panda Trek to visit the giant pandas and other animals that share their bamboo forest habitat. A stroll through Africa Rocks (opening summer 2017) reveals the animal and plant inhabitants of six iconic African habitats. Enjoy a guided tour on a double-decker bus.
2510 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Dr
2510 locals recommend
Wonders of Wildlife at the San Diego Zoo An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Spend the day monkeying around in our tropical oasis as you visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, Komodo dragons, tigers, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, elephants, and more. Visit the Australian Outback to see our colony of more than 25 koalas. Take a Panda Trek to visit the giant pandas and other animals that share their bamboo forest habitat. A stroll through Africa Rocks (opening summer 2017) reveals the animal and plant inhabitants of six iconic African habitats. Enjoy a guided tour on a double-decker bus.
Where AWESOME Awaits LEGOLAND® California Resort has more than 60 rides, shows and attractions including the new LEGO® Star Wars™: The Force Awakens Miniland Model Display opening March with a 16-foot long Finalizer model made completely out of LEGO bricks plus six more scenes! Conquer dragons, battle pirates and discover ancient treasures at the Resort, also home to LEGOLAND Water Park, SEA LIFE® Aquarium; and NEW for Summer enjoy Surfers’ Cove – a water park expansion featuring racer-water slides. There’s so much to do, you’ll want to spend the night at LEGOLAND Hotel featuring new LEGO NINJAGO themed rooms. For Resort information visit LEGOLAND.com.
1249 locals recommend
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland Dr
1249 locals recommend
Where AWESOME Awaits LEGOLAND® California Resort has more than 60 rides, shows and attractions including the new LEGO® Star Wars™: The Force Awakens Miniland Model Display opening March with a 16-foot long Finalizer model made completely out of LEGO bricks plus six more scenes! Conquer dragons, battle pirates and discover ancient treasures at the Resort, also home to LEGOLAND Water Park, SEA LIFE® Aquarium; and NEW for Summer enjoy Surfers’ Cove – a water park expansion featuring racer-water slides. There’s so much to do, you’ll want to spend the night at LEGOLAND Hotel featuring new LEGO NINJAGO themed rooms. For Resort information visit LEGOLAND.com.
Jambo! A Safari Adventure in San Diego The San Diego Zoo Safari Park immerses you in an active, hands-on safari experience where herds of animals roam natural habitats in a vast reserve. Choose from a variety of exciting safari expeditions by caravan truck, cart, zip line - there's even an overnight option. Everywhere you look, there are amazing views of lions lounging in the grasslands, antelope and giraffes mingling, rhinos wallowing in waterholes, storks and cranes on the march, and more. Engage in close encounters with animal ambassadors, explore walking trails that lead to beautiful vistas and endangered species like the Sumatran tiger, and discover the adventure of conservation in act
967 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
967 locals recommend
Jambo! A Safari Adventure in San Diego The San Diego Zoo Safari Park immerses you in an active, hands-on safari experience where herds of animals roam natural habitats in a vast reserve. Choose from a variety of exciting safari expeditions by caravan truck, cart, zip line - there's even an overnight option. Everywhere you look, there are amazing views of lions lounging in the grasslands, antelope and giraffes mingling, rhinos wallowing in waterholes, storks and cranes on the march, and more. Engage in close encounters with animal ambassadors, explore walking trails that lead to beautiful vistas and endangered species like the Sumatran tiger, and discover the adventure of conservation in act
Belmont Park is a historic oceanfront amusement park located in the Mission Bay area of San Diego, California. The park was developed by sugar magnate John D. Spreckels and opened on July 4, 1925 as the Mission Beach Amusement Center.
41 locals recommend
Giant Dipper Roller Coaster
3146 Mission Blvd
41 locals recommend
Belmont Park is a historic oceanfront amusement park located in the Mission Bay area of San Diego, California. The park was developed by sugar magnate John D. Spreckels and opened on July 4, 1925 as the Mission Beach Amusement Center.
Petco Park is a baseball park located in the downtown area of San Diego, California, United States, that is home to the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball.
709 locals recommend
Petco Park
100 Park Blvd
709 locals recommend
Petco Park is a baseball park located in the downtown area of San Diego, California, United States, that is home to the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball.

Sightseeing

A Voyage of Discovery A visit to San Diego's "only" National Park offers tremendous views of the San Diego region and excellent opportunities to explore the natural, historical and cultural history of the area. The Visitors Center is a good place to start your exploration of the park. The "Age of Exploration" exhibit, films, and ranger-guided programs present interesting insights into the history of Cabrillo. A short walk leads to the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. This picturesque structure is restored to its 1880’s appearance and presents life as it was for the light keepers and their families. In the adjacent Assistant Keeper's Quarters, interactive exhibits tell the story of the Lighthouses
502 locals recommend
Cabrillo National Monument Visitor Center
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr
502 locals recommend
A Voyage of Discovery A visit to San Diego's "only" National Park offers tremendous views of the San Diego region and excellent opportunities to explore the natural, historical and cultural history of the area. The Visitors Center is a good place to start your exploration of the park. The "Age of Exploration" exhibit, films, and ranger-guided programs present interesting insights into the history of Cabrillo. A short walk leads to the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. This picturesque structure is restored to its 1880’s appearance and presents life as it was for the light keepers and their families. In the adjacent Assistant Keeper's Quarters, interactive exhibits tell the story of the Lighthouses
Hotel del Coronado is a historic beachfront hotel in the city of Coronado. It is one of the few surviving examples of an American architectural genre: the wooden Victorian beach resort.
519 locals recommend
Hotel Del Coronado
1500 Orange Ave
519 locals recommend
Hotel del Coronado is a historic beachfront hotel in the city of Coronado. It is one of the few surviving examples of an American architectural genre: the wooden Victorian beach resort.
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, located in the Old Town neighborhood of San Diego, California, is a state protected historical park in San Diego.
1070 locals recommend
Old Town
1070 locals recommend
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, located in the Old Town neighborhood of San Diego, California, is a state protected historical park in San Diego.
Great San Diego beaches and views
580 locals recommend
Sunset Cliffs
580 locals recommend
Great San Diego beaches and views
Looking for a hike? Cowles Mountain is a prominent mountain located in the San Carlos neighborhood, within the City of San Diego, San Diego County, California. The 1,593-foot summit is the highest point of the city of San Diego.
314 locals recommend
Cowles Mountain
Cowles Mountain
314 locals recommend
Looking for a hike? Cowles Mountain is a prominent mountain located in the San Carlos neighborhood, within the City of San Diego, San Diego County, California. The 1,593-foot summit is the highest point of the city of San Diego.
H&M Landing is the West Coast's oldest, most experienced Sportfishing company, representing San Diego's finest passenger fleet.
28 locals recommend
Whale Watching at H&M Landing
2803 Emerson St
28 locals recommend
H&M Landing is the West Coast's oldest, most experienced Sportfishing company, representing San Diego's finest passenger fleet.
La Jolla Cove is a small, picturesque cove and beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California.
1327 locals recommend
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast Blvd
1327 locals recommend
La Jolla Cove is a small, picturesque cove and beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California.
The beach is cozy and comfortable, with a playground and grassy picnic areas at the adjacent Kellogg Park. It is consistently ranked as one of the best family beaches in the United States.
184 locals recommend
La Jolla Shores
184 locals recommend
The beach is cozy and comfortable, with a playground and grassy picnic areas at the adjacent Kellogg Park. It is consistently ranked as one of the best family beaches in the United States.
The Ocean Beach Municipal Pier, one of the most visited landmarks in San Diego County, was officially christened and introduced to eager San Diegans on July 2, 1966.
776 locals recommend
Ocean Beach
1850 Ocean Front St
776 locals recommend
The Ocean Beach Municipal Pier, one of the most visited landmarks in San Diego County, was officially christened and introduced to eager San Diegans on July 2, 1966.
Relaxed neighborhood by the beach, popular with sunbathers and surfers. Trendy hotel bars and casual cafes line the boardwalk, while Mission Boulevard is dotted with clothing boutiques, yoga studios & casual drinking spots.
Pacific Beach Drive
Pacific Beach Drive
Relaxed neighborhood by the beach, popular with sunbathers and surfers. Trendy hotel bars and casual cafes line the boardwalk, while Mission Boulevard is dotted with clothing boutiques, yoga studios & casual drinking spots.

Arts & Culture

Welcome to Balboa Park: the nation's largest "urban cultural" park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes—all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see, just minutes from downtown, and ranked as one of the Best Parks in the World. The Park is home to 15 major museums, several performing arts venues, lovely gardens and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 bea
3290 locals recommend
Balboa Park
3290 locals recommend
Welcome to Balboa Park: the nation's largest "urban cultural" park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo, the Park has an ever-changing calendar of museum exhibitions, plays, musicals, concerts, and classes—all in the beautiful and timeless setting of this must-see San Diego attraction Balboa Park is a San Diego must-see, just minutes from downtown, and ranked as one of the Best Parks in the World. The Park is home to 15 major museums, several performing arts venues, lovely gardens and many other cultural and recreational attractions, including the San Diego Zoo. With a variety of cultural institutions laid out among its 1,200 bea

Drinks & Nightlife

San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter, a 16.5-block neighborhood, is the heartbeat of the city's nightlife and home to a number of festivals. Urban renewal over the last few decades resulted in an energetic vibe and reinforced the Gaslamp's place as a trendy hub in the middle of a seaside city.
1208 locals recommend
Gaslamp Quarter
1208 locals recommend
San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter, a 16.5-block neighborhood, is the heartbeat of the city's nightlife and home to a number of festivals. Urban renewal over the last few decades resulted in an energetic vibe and reinforced the Gaslamp's place as a trendy hub in the middle of a seaside city.
Bayside performance venue serving seafood-focused Californian cuisine before or during concerts.
26 locals recommend
Humphreys Backstage Live
2241 Shelter Island Dr
26 locals recommend
Bayside performance venue serving seafood-focused Californian cuisine before or during concerts.
Dueling piano players lead the crowd in classic-rock sing-alongs at this rollicking eatery & bar.
47 locals recommend
The Shout! House
655 Fourth Ave
47 locals recommend
Dueling piano players lead the crowd in classic-rock sing-alongs at this rollicking eatery & bar.
A rooftop bar is the centerpiece of this high-rise hotel, with modern rooms, pools, dining & a spa.
45 locals recommend
Top of the Hyatt
1 Market Pl
45 locals recommend
A rooftop bar is the centerpiece of this high-rise hotel, with modern rooms, pools, dining & a spa.

Food Scene

Dining destination draws crowds with its seafood-driven menu, notable harbor views & marina vibe. boathouserestaurant.com
6 locals recommend
Boathouse Restaurant
2040 Harbor Island Dr
6 locals recommend
Dining destination draws crowds with its seafood-driven menu, notable harbor views & marina vibe. boathouserestaurant.com
Striking property featuring modern Mexican plates and creative cocktails, plus panoramic bay views.
105 locals recommend
Coasterra
880 Harbor Island Dr
105 locals recommend
Striking property featuring modern Mexican plates and creative cocktails, plus panoramic bay views.
Island Prime's breezy, upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront serves chophouse fare & cocktails.
130 locals recommend
C Level Lounge
880 Harbor Island Dr
130 locals recommend
Island Prime's breezy, upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront serves chophouse fare & cocktails.
Waterfront restaurant & lounge with modern decor & bay views specializes in Californian cuisine.
66 locals recommend
Island Prime
880 Harbor Island Dr
66 locals recommend
Waterfront restaurant & lounge with modern decor & bay views specializes in Californian cuisine.
Eatery in a landmark building features a functioning lighthouse, a seafood-driven menu & epic views.
48 locals recommend
Tom Ham's Lighthouse
2150 Harbor Island Dr
48 locals recommend
Eatery in a landmark building features a functioning lighthouse, a seafood-driven menu & epic views.
All-day sandwich shop with harbor views offering beer, wine & BBQ lunch on the patio on weekends.
Papanani's Deli
1450 Harbor Island Dr
All-day sandwich shop with harbor views offering beer, wine & BBQ lunch on the patio on weekends.
Casual tavern with comfy booths features sandwiches, burgers & a varied beer selection.
19 locals recommend
Jimmy's Famous American Tavern
4990 N Harbor Dr
19 locals recommend
Casual tavern with comfy booths features sandwiches, burgers & a varied beer selection.
Sprawling Polynesian eatery known for its mai tai cocktails, seafood dishes & enchanting bay views.
106 locals recommend
Bali Hai Restaurant
2230 Shelter Island Dr
106 locals recommend
Sprawling Polynesian eatery known for its mai tai cocktails, seafood dishes & enchanting bay views.
Fine seafood expertly prepared and a charismatic vibe that words are powerless to define. Cocktails poured with precision and musical artists fresh from the local and national scene.
156 locals recommend
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
1270 Prospect Street
156 locals recommend
Fine seafood expertly prepared and a charismatic vibe that words are powerless to define. Cocktails poured with precision and musical artists fresh from the local and national scene.
Hodad’s Ocean Beach, home of the Best Burgers in the World!
66 locals recommend
Hodad's Downtown
945 Broadway
66 locals recommend
Hodad’s Ocean Beach, home of the Best Burgers in the World!
Liberty Station is a mixed-use development in San Diego, California on the site of the former Naval Training Center San Diego. Home of many great restaurants.
269 locals recommend
Liberty Station
2640 Historic Decatur Rd
269 locals recommend
Liberty Station is a mixed-use development in San Diego, California on the site of the former Naval Training Center San Diego. Home of many great restaurants.
Authentic street-style Mexican dishes, plus a salsa bar & old wrestling matches on TV.
139 locals recommend
Lucha Libre Taco Shop
1810 W Washington St
139 locals recommend
Authentic street-style Mexican dishes, plus a salsa bar & old wrestling matches on TV.
A family owned taquería inspired by the taco stands of Tijuana and our adventures along the Baja peninsula.
132 locals recommend
The Taco Stand
621 Pearl St
132 locals recommend
A family owned taquería inspired by the taco stands of Tijuana and our adventures along the Baja peninsula.
Top of the Market is perched upstairs above The Fish Market, presenting beautiful and expansive views of San Diego Bay from the Coronado Bridge to Point Loma and offering the freshest and finest in seafood cuisine.
15 locals recommend
Top of the Market
750 N Harbor Dr
15 locals recommend
Top of the Market is perched upstairs above The Fish Market, presenting beautiful and expansive views of San Diego Bay from the Coronado Bridge to Point Loma and offering the freshest and finest in seafood cuisine.
Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House
14 locals recommend
Truluck's
8990 University Center Ln
14 locals recommend
Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House

Shopping

Outdoor flea market, open weekends, with vendors selling plants, furniture, jewelry, toys & more.
20 locals recommend
Kobey's Swap Meet
3500 Sports Arena Blvd
20 locals recommend
Outdoor flea market, open weekends, with vendors selling plants, furniture, jewelry, toys & more.
Seaport Village is a waterfront shopping and dining complex adjacent to San Diego Bay in downtown San Diego, California.
125 locals recommend
Seaport Village station
125 locals recommend
Seaport Village is a waterfront shopping and dining complex adjacent to San Diego Bay in downtown San Diego, California.