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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 265 attractions in San Diego

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 265 attractions in San Diego

The USS Midway Museum is a real naval aircraft carrier that served in the United States Navy for 47 years.  Large and very impressive, it has real jets and real airplanes up on the flight deck, that...

Attraction type: Museum; Specialty museum; Military museum; Ship
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Great day out and definately a hidden jem. I was looking for something to do so I packed up my mom (54) and grandmother (85) and went to the Chula Vista Nature Center. It's conveniently placed right...

Attraction type: Nature center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Torrey Pines State Reserve is a great place for some short hikes with great views of the coastline.  If you are lucky you might spot some bottlenosed dolphins or migrating whales.  Parking fee is $8...

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Beach; Geological formation; Hiking trail; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Stately monument honoring Cabrillo, discoverer of San Diego Bay, is located in Point Loma that overlooks the city and the Bay.

Attraction type: Monument; Lighthouse; National park; Other; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 265 attractions in San Diego

One of the world's largest model railroad museums features a scale model railway that replicates San Diego's tracks.

Attraction type: Transportation museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Be careful at Balboa Park in San Diego.  I was a victim of a strong arm robbery there in June 2009.  My used Canon Digital Rebel XTI camera was stolen from me on a busy afternoon  walking between the...

Attraction type: Garden; Park; Sports complex; Urban park; Museum complex; Playground; Zoo; Theater; Golf course
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Historic home; History museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Located in Balboa Park, this center is home to many art galleries and studios.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A 16-block national historic district that offers visitors a variety of restaurants and shops, as well as an eyeful of Victorian architecture.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Scenic/historic walking area; Specialty shop; Historic village; Historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 265 attractions in San Diego

The Maritime Museum of San Diego is home to the world's oldest sailing vessel that still sails - "The Star of India". This beautiful square rigger can be visited on the waterfront in downtown San...

Attraction type: Maritime museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Museum that celebrates the important role of art as a way of enriching lives by featuring American, Dutch and Flemish, French, Italian paintings and Russian Icons.

Attraction type: Art museum; Museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 265 attractions in San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is an amazing place to take the family for the day. From the fun shows to the amazing visuals, if you like sea life, this is the place to go. Make sure you purchase your tickets in...

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Aquarium; Wildlife park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Lighthouse
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A beautiful bridge connecting San Diego to Coronado.

Attraction type: Bridge
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Along with Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach, Mission Beach forms the coastline of San Diego.

Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Two-hour trolley bus tours that visit major attractions such as Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, Coronado and the Embarcadero.

Attraction type: Tour; Tram
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Museum's emphasis is on the history of flight, from the days of hot-air balloons to the Spirit of St. Louis to today's space shuttles.

Attraction type: Transportation museum; Specialty museum; Science museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 265 attractions in San Diego

The San Diego Zoo is truly one of America's treasures.  With it's long history of research and bree... of rare animals, the San Diego Zoo is much more than a Zoo.  It is a glimpse in to how zoologists

Attraction type: Zoo; Wildlife park; Garden; Tram; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Come sail on Stars & Stripes USA-11 from the 1992 America's Cup races. You won't believe how much fun it can be and join us in sailing the boat yourself. It's exhilarating!

Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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