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Things to Do: Scenery and natural wonders

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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 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 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: #11 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 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 265 attractions in San Diego

This popular shopping mall is on multiple levels and gives shoppers a choice of more than 200 stores and boutiques.

Attraction type: Mall; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A lookout point above San Diego Bay and home of the Cabrillo monument.

Attraction type: Geological formation; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Historic site in downtown San Diego that recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872.

Attraction type: Historic walking area; Scenic/historic walking area; State park; Neighborhood; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #49 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Bike through oak lined trails and along mountain cliffs: spectacular sights and leg-pumping climbs at Cleveland National Forest.

Attraction type: Biking trail (mountain); Canyon
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #51 of 265 attractions in San Diego

This walkway along San Diego's waterfront gives visitors great views of downtown and a chance to choose from many restaurants along the way.

Attraction type: Biking trail; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #56 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Ship; Island; Waterway; Maritime museum; Group tour/boat; Tour; Dance club/disco
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #63 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A scenic promenade next to the ocean that offers a wide selection of markets, stores, restaurants and special services.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #66 of 265 attractions in San Diego

For some great jazz and blues when the sun goes down, try this popular bar and dance club.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #75 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Flea/street market; Ferry; Wharf/pier/boardwalk
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #103 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Located near Point Loma, this two mile hike offers vistas of San Diego Bay.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #105 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #106 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A short, one mile hike that offers one the opportunity to observe sea life along the shore.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #108 of 265 attractions in San Diego

A two mile hike offering great views of the bay and Pacific Ocean.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #157 of 265 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Scenic railroad
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #178 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Spruce Street Footbridge, a cable-suspended structure built in 1912 by Edwin Capps. Sways slightly when you cross it.  Beloved of young smokers in the late '60's for its ambience. A favorite site for...

Attraction type: Bridge; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #207 of 265 attractions in San Diego

Although near major metropolitan centers, this national forest is a well-preserved expanse of scenic beauty.

Attraction type: Forest; National park
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Biking, jogging and skating on San Diego's scenic waterfront path is popular with tourists and locales alike.

Attraction type: Biking trail; Jogging path/track; Scenic/historic walking area
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