things to do San Diego
California Tower – San Diego, California
Lofty tower with carvings & colorful tiles, plus guided history tours & city views from the top.
Star of India – San Diego, California
Built in 1863, this restored iron-hulled windjammer is now a history musuem that occasionally sails.
Balboa Park Carousel – San Diego, California
Traditional merry-go-round built in 1910, with hand-carved animals & chance to catch the brass ring.
Black Mountain Open Space Park – San Diego, California
2,352 acres of hills, ridges & canyons. Hike or bike to a central peak offering a 360-degree view.
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala – San Diego, California
Visitors can explore the grounds of this 18th-century, still-active mission, the state’s first.
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve – San Diego, California
Preserve (name means “little cliffs”) has trails across 3,500+ acres of Peñasquitos & Lopez canyons.
Heritage County Park – San Diego, California
Charming county park featuring several restored Victorian homes & the city’s first synagogue.
Broadway Pier – San Diego, CA
Water & sunset views & people watching are draws at this ferry terminal with occasional events.