With dozens of public parks, 70 miles of beaches and a myriad of activities and attractions, there are many things to see and do around San Diego.

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Balboa Park
Balboa Park is the largest cultural complex west of the Mississippi. It has over 85 cultural and recreational organizations, including fifteen museums and various performing arts groups. Balboa Park is also home to the world famous San Diego Zoo.

San Diego Zoo
4,000 rare and endangered birds, mammals, reptiles; 6,500 varieties of exotic plants. Features Ituri Forest, Giant Pandas, Polar Bear Plunge. Open daily.

Sea World San Diego
150-acre marine life park featuring Shamu® the killer whale, new attractions, shows, marine habitats, aquariums. Experience new Pirates 4-D.

Legoland California
An interactive family theme park for youngsters 2-12. Rides, shows and attractions.

Maritime Museum of San Diego and Star of India
Historic fleet: the oldest active sailing ship Star of India, ferryboat Berkeley, steam yacht Medea, 1914 Pilot boat, schooner Californian.

San Diego Aircraft Carrier Museum- USS Midway
One of the only museums of its kind on the west coast, the USS Midway is converted into a multi-dimensional, interactive, educational and entertainment complex. The museum offers tours of the carrier, flight simulators, historic memorabilia, and educational events.

Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation
Offers Gaslamp guided walking tour, historic home tour, unique museum gallery conference room. Adjacent patio park great for exclusive parties.

Old Town San Diego
Visit the historic Spanish and Mexican park with its many restaurants, museums and shopping facilities. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872.