San Diego International Airport 9 min
Coronado Island (12 min) Bay island with a historic town, home to an iconic Victorian hotel, plus some of SD's best beaches. Coronado Beach (10 min) Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach. Balboa Park (4 min) Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (9 min) Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances. SeaWorld San Diego (12 min) Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. USS Midway Museum (8 min) Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier. Coronado Bridge (6 min) Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships. Maritime Museum of San Diego (6 min) Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits. The San Diego Museum of Art (9 min) Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views. Seaport Village (9 min) Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds. Cabrillo National Monument (23 min) This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico. Museum of Us (6 min) Museum in an ornate 1915 building featuring eclectic anthropology exhibits & a panoramic tower. San Diego Zoo (6 min) Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society. Old Town (8 min) Known as the state's birthplace, this colorful area has a range of historic buildings & attractions. San Diego Bay (17 min) Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves. |