- Our list of the best things to do in National City, California, features the top 280 nearby activities — including 118 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- National City, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Food & Drink, Entertainment & Shows, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of National City, CA , followed by 267 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego, Coronado, Chula Vista, Santee, Poway, El Cajon, Del Mar, Spring Valley, Imperial Beach, Ramona, Palm Springs and Temecula
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214 votes
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
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The University California, San Diego one of the world's top public research universities. It is located in La Jolla, California.It is organized into five graduate schools, six residential colleges,and two professional medical schools
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Dedicated to marine education, conservation and appreciation, the Birch Aquarium at Scripps is one of the largest and most important aquariums in the United States. It is particularly noted for its coral exhibits.
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The La Jolla Children's Pool is a popular spot for wading, swimming and spending time with the sea lions and harbor seals that have adopted the Pool as their own. Parking is free, but paid lots are also available. Lifeguards are on duty.
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A professional not for profit theater, the La Jolla Playhouse hosts a wide variety of productions, many of which have moved on to become Broadway standards. The playhouse also offers a variety of educational programs.
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Birch Aquarium
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Affiliated with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the University of California at San Diego, Birch Aquarium features a wide array of exhibits centering on ocean life. The aquarium also hosts many educational programs.
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Car and racing enthusiasts may enjoy spending the day at Canyon Raceway, a go-kart park. Along with a slick track, the park provides only motor cars for racing. Consequently, the track requires some training and/or driving experience.
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1076 votes
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Torrey Pines Glideport is a haven of paragliders. Go to paraglide yourself or to watch the adventure in action.
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With views from of its cliffs out over the Pacific Ocean, Black's Beach is a place for surfing, campfires, walking, and playing in the sea. Sand volleyball courts and nets are set up for visitors to enjoy.
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At the Sycuan Casino, guests will be able to play poker, bingo, Asian games, table games, and the slots. The location also features a variety of dining options, including Paipa's Buffet and the Game Day Sports Bar.
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11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
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A place both to be in nature and to relax, The Spa at Torrey Pines has a lot to offer. Come in from a hike around the premises and indulge in a sauna or refreshing shower.