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USS Midway Museum
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Ollie #1 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 1,465 reviews

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... more »

Attraction type  Ships; Museums; Military Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
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Balboa Park
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Ollie #2 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 990 reviews
Owner description: One of the most popular urban parks in the United States, this bucolic paradise is packed with an array of attractions, including the world-famous San...... more » Owner description: One of the most popular urban parks in the United States, this bucolic paradise is packed with an array of attractions, including the world-famous San Diego Zoo. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens; Playgrounds
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
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Torrey Pines State Reserve
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Ollie #3 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 311 reviews
Owner description: Although this park is located within San Diego's city limits, it remains one of the wildest landscapes along the Southern California coast, with miles...... more » Owner description: Although this park is located within San Diego's city limits, it remains one of the wildest landscapes along the Southern California coast, with miles of unspoiled beaches, chaparral, elegant Torrey Pine trees and a lagoon vital to many species of migrating birds. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Hiking Trails; State Parks
Distance  15.0 miles from city center
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Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Ollie #4 of 193 attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 85 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.4 miles from city center
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Fort Rosecrans Cemetery
Ollie #5 of 193 attractions in San Diego
5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  5.7 miles from city center
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San Diego Zoo
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Ollie #6 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 2,026 reviews

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... more »

Attraction type  Zoos; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Gardens
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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Old Globe Theatre
Ollie #7 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
One of the nation's top regional theaters, the Old Globe continues to draw more than 300,000 people annually.
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  1.4 miles from city center
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Cabrillo National Monument
As featured in 3 days in San Diego
Ollie #8 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 375 reviews
Stately monument honoring Cabrillo, discoverer of San Diego Bay, is located in Point Loma that overlooks the city and the Bay.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  5.6 miles from city center
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Petco Park
Ollie #9 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 243 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Botanical Building and Lily Pond
Ollie #10 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 51 reviews
Over 1,200 tropical and flowering varieties of plants are to be found beneath the domed, wooden-lath structure of the Botanical Building.
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
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Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Ollie #11 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 163 reviews
Attraction type  Lighthouses
Distance  5.8 miles from city center
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Maritime Museum of San Diego
Ollie #12 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 179 reviews

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... more »

Attraction type  Specialty Museums; Ships
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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Mission Trails Regional Park
As featured in San Diego off the beaten path
Ollie #13 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: Just a few minutes from downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional park has hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing, picnic facilities, and lots of wide...... more » Owner description: Just a few minutes from downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional park has hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing, picnic facilities, and lots of wide open spaces. Run, bike or walk and enjoy the beautiful and peaceful scenery. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  9.3 miles from city center
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National Comedy Theatre
Ollie #14 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 116 reviews

The National Comedy Theatre is San Diego's nationally acclaimed improv comedy show.  Now in its 12th season, the National Comedy Theatre is the longest running show in San Diego... more »

Attraction type  Comedy Clubs; Performances
Distance  2.3 miles from city center
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Coronado Bridge
Ollie #15 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 364 reviews
A beautiful bridge connecting San Diego to Coronado.
Attraction type  Bridges
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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Mission Beach
Ollie #16 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 245 reviews
Along with Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach, Mission Beach forms the coastline of San Diego.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  8.0 miles from city center
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Mission Bay Park
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Ollie #17 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews
A 4,600-acre aquatic park dedicated to leisure and active sports.
Attraction type  Parks; Beaches
Distance  4.9 miles from city center
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Point Loma
As featured in 3 days in San Diego
Ollie #18 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 120 reviews
A lookout point above San Diego Bay and home of the Cabrillo monument.
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Geologic Formations
Distance  5.3 miles from city center
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Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Ollie #19 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: The Spreckels Organ and San Diego Civic Organist, Dr. Carol Williams. This organ with 4,518 pipes, was a gift from the Spreckels brothers to the city...... more » Owner description: The Spreckels Organ and San Diego Civic Organist, Dr. Carol Williams. This organ with 4,518 pipes, was a gift from the Spreckels brothers to the city of San Diego on January 1, 1914. Come visit for a free concert every Sunday at 2pm and afterwards you are invited inside the building to view the pipe chambers and historic photo gallery. « less
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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Little Italy
Ollie #20 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 148 reviews
San Diego's oldest continuous neighborhood business district has continued to be a vibrant ethnic business and residential community since the 1920s.
Attraction type  Neighborhoods
Distance  0.8 miles from city center
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