- Our list of the best things to do in San Diego, California, features the top 306 nearby activities — including 135 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- San Diego, 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 29 things to do within the city of San Diego, CA , followed by 277 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Mesa, La Jolla, Coronado, Chula Vista, Poway, Santee, El Cajon, Encinitas, Del Mar, Spring Valley, National City, Imperial Beach, Ramona, Escondido, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Palm Springs and Temecula
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San Diego Avenue at Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA
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Commemorating the history of San Diego, Old Town San Diego Historic Park features a mix of preserved historic buildings and a variety of small museums. It also features restaurants and souvenir shops.
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Located within the bounds of Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain is a popular hiking destination. It features a three mile out and back hiking trail of moderate difficulty level.
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1548 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
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There's nothing like the peaceful serenity of open water in a kayak, which is water Aqua Adventures Kayaks & Paddleboards offers. Visitors can paddle to La Jolla Sea Caves or visit Coronado Islands for an unforgettable water adventure.
6.5 Miles
3146 Mission Boulevard Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
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Situated along a Pacific beachfront, Belmont Park is an amusement park and family fun center with rides, food, games, and even shopping and exercise areas. The park is open daily throughout the summer, with family and group rates available.
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Featuring rotating exhibits, San Diego Natural History Museum showcases history from Native American culture to prehistoric creatures. The museum displays artifacts like dinosaur fossils and has 3D documentary film showings.
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Offering a luxury movie-viewing experience, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is a movie theater that provides a unique and memorable experience to its guests. Amenities include in-theater waiter service, luxury reclining seats, and a full bar menu, among others.
9.3 Miles
Covering over 5,800 acres, Mission Trails contains both natural and developed land for peace and recreation. Hiking the rugged hills and valleys will have hikers surprised they're only minutes from downtown San Diego.
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One of Southern California's most prominent sports arenas, and a large tourist destination in San Diego, is Qualcomm Stadium. The stadium, home to the San Diego Chargers, also features the annual Holiday Bowl and Poinsettia Bowl.
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1055 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
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As a concert venue, House Of Blues features live entertainment from nationally recognized musicians to local performers. The venue also host a Sunday Gospel Brunch featuring Southern food and gospel music.
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Touring has never been easier than it is at San Diego Fly Rides, a Segway tour provider in LaJolla. The company provides guided tours and rental Segways. It also has touring bicycles for rent.