The architecture is old Spanish style and a pleasant place to stroll, beautifully decorated at Christmas. There is also a beautiful Rose garden as well as a large Cactus desert garden. Lots of Fountains and a old world feel.
there are so many reasons to visit the park ..... the famous Zoo, many museums, the Space theatre, Spanish Village, several food choices, the architecture, gardens, or, just sitting on the lawn watching the world go by... Balboa park is a nice respite from the busy city surrounding it...
The buildings in this park were originally built as temporary facades for a world's fair, but after the fair, the citizens of San Diego vowed to make them real. They still look sort of fake, but real they are, and they are full of local civic events. Dances, puppet shows, concerts, you name it.
The green space is very nice, but not outstanding.
My wife and I go here at least a couple times a year and love it. Best place for photos in San Diego!
There is so much there, it is impossible to describe. Just the history and architecture alone will blow you completely away. Unbelievable plave with so many things do, (including the San Diego Zoo!), that it would take days to fully appreciate it. Go. Soon.
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