Balboa Park is a 1,200-acre urban cultural park. In addition to open space areas, natural vegetation zones, green belts, gardens, and walking paths, it contains museums, several theaters, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. There are also many recreational facilities and several gift shops and restaurants within the boundaries of the park. The Bride recommends The Prado Restaurant at Balboa park - https://www.cohnrestaurants.com/theprado
Great for kids! Only at SeaWorld can you get close to dolphins, penguins, sharks and more. See awe-inspiring shows with magnificent killer whales, playful dolphins, humorous sea lions plus an amazing pet show featuring adopted animals. Dive under the sea at Explorer's Reef and touch a crab, shark, or playful cleaner fish. Experience exhilarating rides, roller coasters and water rides.
La Jolla Cove is a small, picturesque cove and beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California. The Cove is protected as part of a marine reserve; underwater it is very rich in marine life, and is popular with snorkelers, swimmers and scuba divers. It is known all around for the many harbor seals who live there.
Names best zoo in the world by TripAdvisor! The San Diego zoo is a non-profit wildlife sanctuary home to over 3,700 rare and endangered animals from over 650 species and subspecies, and over 700,000 exotic plants.
The Hotel Del Coronado is an iconic beachfront hotel located on Coronado Island, very close to San Diego. The hotel has hosted presidents, royalty, and celebrities through the years and has been featured in multiple books and movies. You don't need to be a guest to enjoy it! Guests are welcome to walk around the hotel, use the public beach (by law, all San Diego beaches are public), and visit its many shops. When you're done, the rest of the island of Coronado is a great place to spend a few hours.
Belmont Park is a historic oceanfront amusement park located in the Mission Beach area of San Diego. The park's most iconic attraction is the historic Giant Dipper roller coaster, which is considered a local landmark. Lots of other rides (including rides for young kids) and the Mission Beach area features a 3-mile oceanfront boardwalk where you'll find funky surf shops, beach bars, cafes, and nightclubs.