Discover San Diego: Beaches, Culture & History
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8 attraction(s) |
total distance 56
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Day1: San Diego
3 attraction(s) ·
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Located in the north of downtown San Diego, Balboa Park is a comprehensive park covering an area of approximately 5.6 square kilometers. Built on a hillside, it features old Spanish architecture, bell towers, gardens, fountains, and lawns. Additionally, there are art markets on weekends, making it the cultural and entertainment center of San Diego. It is suitable for family leisure and entertainment, as well as hiking and cycling. In addition, there are some well-known attractions in the park, such as the San Diego Zoo, the Natural History Museum, and the San Diego Museum of Art. There is also a small "International Park", which includes the Chinese Pavilion.
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San Diego Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the world, covering 100 acres and located between hills and green forests with advanced animal management facilities. More than 800 species of animals live here, including rare species such as cheetahs, muskoxen, grizzly bears, and flamingos. The "Panda exhibit" is the most popular place, attracting hundreds of visitors every day. The pandas here are brought from China and the exhibit is located in the center of the zoo. Visitors can tour the entire park by bus or skyfari cable car. In addition to animals, it is also famous for its subtropical plant community. There are also exciting animal performances every day, so remember to participate in the activities at the designated time for a close encounter with the animals!
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Natural cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean offer views of the coast & the occasional cliff diver.
Day2: San Diego
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Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier.
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Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
Day3: San Diego
3 attraction(s) ·
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Gaslamp Quarter is a historic district in downtown San Diego. After years of sedimentation, it was revitalized through urban renewal in the 1980s and 1990s and has become a dynamic commercial and entertainment center. Visitors can participate in many interesting activities and festivals here, such as Mardi Gras, street music festival, and St. Patrick's Day. When asked where the locals like to go, half of them will say the beach, and the other half will tell you they gather in the Gaslamp District.
