San Diego attractions
As a major tourist destination, San Diego has many wonderful attractions. First, San Diego SeaWorld, home to Shamu, is fun for the whole family. Also, don't miss the world famous San Diego Zoo. Just north of San Diego is an adventure for the little ones in your family - Legoland. Since San Diego is a popular beach destination, be sure an visit one San Diego's many beaches including: La Jolla beach, Coronado beach, Pacific beach or Mission Bay for the little ones still afraid of big waves. As with any other major tourist destination, San Diego has many more attractions then can be listed here; so, plan a trip to San Diego and come see for yourself the many attractions San Diego has to offer. Below is a list of some of the most popular attractions in and around San Diego.
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland Dr.
Carlsbad
http://www.legoland.com
LEGOLAND is a land of surprise around every colorful corner, with both whimsical and astonishingly accurate LEGOÎ brick models, lively music and a chance to let your imagination run free. It's LEGOLAND, Real Family Fun!
San Diego Zoo
Park Blvd. & Zoo Pl.
San Diego
http://www.sandiegozoo.org
This is considered one of america's best Zoo! It offers the rarest animals from all over the world! There are many different habitats to view!
San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd.
Escondido
http://www.sandiegozoo.org
This is considered one of america's best Zoo! It offers the rarest animals from all over the world! There are many different habitats to view!
Old Globe Theater
1363 Old Globe Way
San Diego
www.oldglobe.org
The Old Globe Theater has been premiering productions with international acclaim and numerous industry awards for the past 20 years.
La Jolla Playhouse
2910 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037
www.lajollaplayhouse.com
As a haven for the most distinctive actors and directors in the Industry, the Theatre La Jolla Playhouse has received more than 300 major honors including the 1993 Tony Award as America's Outstanding Regional Theatre.
Balboa Park
1549 El Prado
San Diego
www.balboapark.org
San Diego¡s Balboa park is the largest cultural park in the western U.S. The park is over 1200 acres and is located near Downtown San Diego. The park boasts over 80 recreational and cultural organizations including: the old Globe Theater, and the Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theater. Hundreds of performances are presented to the public each year. And, of course, Balboa Park is home to the San Diego Zoo
California Adventure
1313 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, Ca 92803
www.disney.com
Disney¡s newest park, California Adventure host many rides with a California theme. Some of the most popular rides include: The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, California Screamin¡, Grizzly River Run, and Soaring over California. Located 90 minutes north of San Diego in Anaheim.
Coronado Playhouse
1335 1St Street
Coronado, CA
coronadoplayhouse.com
As the oldest Playhouse in San Diego County, the Coronado Playhouse was established in 1946. The Curse of the Aching Heart was the first production at the playhouse direct by Rena Kennyon. Since that time, the Coronado Playhouse has put on over 200 productions.
Japanese Friendship Garden
2125 park Boulevard
San Diego
www.niwa.org
Besides being a beautiful botanical garden, the Japanese Friendship Garden Study Center provides an educational programs to teach the art of landscape gardening including basic principles, skills and techniques for implementing and maintaining a true Japanese garden.
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90620
www.knotts.com
World-Class rides and one-of-a-kind attractions are now what occupy what used to be an actual berry farm. Knott¡s Berry Farm Theme Park is home to the Peanuts characters, as well as, various rides including: Sumpreme Scream, GhostRider and Xcelerator. Located minutes from Disneyland and 90 minutes from Downtown San Diego.
Quail Botanical Gardens
230 Quail Gardens Drive
Encinitas CA, 92024
www.qbgardens.com
The Quail Botanical Garden's mission is to participate actively in the conservation of threatened, endangered, and rare plant species. In addition, to serve the horticultural and botanical needs of the San Diego area, and to serve as an retreat.
San Diego Civic Theater
3rd and B Street
San Diego
www.braodwaysd.com
This elegant 2,967-seat San Diego Civic Theatre is the most prestigious and best equipped performing arts theatre in all San Diego County.
San Diego Opera
3rd and B Street
San Diego
www.sdopera.com
Ranked as one of the Àtop 10” opera companies in the U.S. by Opera America, the San Diego Opera is a respected member of the international opera community. San Diego is truly blessed to have an opera of this caliber in their city.
Soak City USA
2052 Entertainment Circle
Chula Vista, CA 91911
www.knotts.com
Soak City USA is San Diego County wildest and nest water adventure park. Placed on 32 acres, this park is loaded with fun water-related rides. Bring your swimsuit cause your gonna get wet.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza, Bldg. 5511-5
Universal City
http://www.universalstudios.com
Be a part of your favcorite movie! You will think your actually in a Hollywood Movie.
Disneyland Resort
1313 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim
http://www.disneyland.com
Make all your childhood dreams come true in our two Theme Parks, a lively entertainment district, and three delightful hotels.
SeaWorld San Diego
I-5, exit SeaWorld Drive
San Diego
http://www.seaworld.com
Shipwreck Rapids (included in park admission) Wild Arctic (included in park admission) Southwest Airlines Skytower (one ride $3.00; two rides $5.00) Bayside Skyride (one ride $3.00; two rides $5.00) Buy your Combo Ride Ticket now!
