From exotic animals to thrilling rides, you'll find it in San Diego
The only hard part is choosing what to do first
San Diego is home to many of Southern California’s top attractions, with plenty of options for adventure-seeking, fun-loving explorers. Have a close encounter with an exotic animal. Take a wild ride down a 375-foot water slide. Step aboard a real aircraft carrier. Or even take a day trip to Disneyland, just a short drive north to Anaheim. Plus, you can save time and money with the multi-attraction Go San Diego card. Purchase attractions tickets right here on this site, just click to buy tickets from the list below.
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San Diego is packed with great things to see and do including these top theme parks and attractions.
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Balboa Park, The Cultural Heart of San Diego
Just minutes from downtown, explore the history, legacy, and future of this ever changing, always amazing cultural park.
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SeaWorld San Diego
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.
Join us Dec. 6 and 7 in beautiful Balboa Park for the City of San Diego's largest free holiday festival. The family-friendly December Nights celebration brings visitors and locals together to enjoy the lights, the sounds, the attractions and, of course, the amazing food.
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BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure
Nov 30, 2024
Perfect treat for out-of-town visitors and locals alike! Guests will set out to San Diego Bay for unforgettable pirate theatrics. These popular 90-minute performances are staged aboard the Maritime Museum of San Diego’s 16th-century Spanish galleon San Salvador. Guests will be fully engaged in pirate theatrics at the dock and underway on San Diego Bay. This hilarious interactive show puts visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Participants will be sworn in as part of the ship crew, trained how to navigate, sword fight, bail water from a sinking ship, escape from the King’s Jail, swab the deck and other pirate skills. If you are looking for a waterfront experience with Pirates - this is it! Choose from two show times at 10:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Check-in 15 to 30 minutes prior to your adventure please.
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Celebrating the Sea Art Exhibit
Oct 29, 2024 - ongoing
The Maritime Museum of San Diego, whose mission is to serve as the community memory of our seafaring experiences by collecting, preserving, and presenting our rich maritime heritage and historic connections with the Pacific world, announces the opening of the new exhibit Celebrating the Sea: Exploring the Maritime Museum of San Diego’s Hidden Collection in the Compass Gallery on the ferryboat Berkeley. Entry to the new exhibit is included with general admission. October 2024 through July 2025 visitors can revel in a rare and rich tapestry of treasured maritime-themed art and admire notable artists’ work, embracing the nautical world of breathtaking coasts, artifacts & treasured ships.
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SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration
Nov 15, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
Bring your family together for the eye-catching spectacles, heartwarming traditions, and joyful surprises of SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration. The holidays are meant to be merry and bright, and that’s exactly what you’ll find as this beloved event returns with more wondrous moments than ever.
Visit San Diego’s top attractions and save up to 45% on combined admission. See your choice of SeaWorld® San Diego, LEGOLAND® California, or both. Plus, get admission to 3 of the following attractions: San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, USS Midway Museum, City Cruises and Old Town Trolley Tours.
Discover 55+ top San Diego attractions and save up to 50% with Go City. Choose a 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7-day All Inclusive Pass and meet the animals at San Diego Zoo, spend the day at SeaWorld®, explore the impressive USS Midway, cruise the bay with Speedboat Adventures, and more!
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Dive into the world of sharks, seahorses, and Little Blue Penguins at Birch Aquarium in La Jolla. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, Birch...
One night in San Diego is never enough. Slow your next stay down and savor the little moments with our Linger Longer, Save More offers. This rate includes savings between 15% - 20% off our...
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or striking out to explore the San Diego area for the first time, discounts on attraction admissions, dining and shopping can help make the trip more enjoyable and the money last longer, especially if you are traveling as a family.
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Parks & Gardens
7 San Diego Aqua-Ventures Your Family Will Love
Splash Into Fun with These Watery Wonders
Looking for loads of family fun in San Diego? Just add water! From miles of sparkling coastline to aquatically enhanced attractions to thrilling boat rides and water slides, San Diego overflows with great family aqua-ventures. So check out these seven options and then get ready to dive on in!
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Attractions
10 Wild Adventures at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
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If you’re looking for the ultimate animal experience, check out the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. You’ll find tours that take you through beautiful habitats, guides who can introduce you to the animals, and even adrenaline-filled excursions. It’s all about getting acquainted with your wild side. Check out these 10 adventures at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
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Attractions
10 Can’t-Miss Attractions in San Diego
Find your thrill in California's Beach City
From amusement parks to works of art, there's plenty to see and do in San Diego.
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