California's second largest city is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States. San Diego offers world-class San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, Sea World, Legoland, art and space museums in historic Balboa Park, Point Loma Lighthouse, historic Old Town, the San Diego Padres baseball team, the NFL Chargers, the red trolley for day trips to Tijuana, Mexico and scenic Coronado Island.

San Diego also features some of America's favorite beaches. With a local feel and friendly appeal, San Diego beaches stretch for miles, from the southernmost tip all the way north to Oceanside pier. Sailing, swimming, surfing and shopping are some of the favorite activities here where the sun almost always shines and the temperature hovers around a perfect 70º F nearly all year long. 

San Diego is a casual place filled with color and fun.  From the harbor where you can tour the Star of India ship, or catch a ferry to Coronado Island or hop on a pedicab and catch an open air tour of the city. You're within walking distance to Seaport Village, another open air mall with several restaurants overlooking the bay. No matter what you chose, the things you'll find in San Diego are an abundance of amusement parks and attractions, plenty of ocean and bay views, lots of waterfront dining and some wonderful foods.

Here is a selection of some of the most popular attractions in and around the San Diego Area.

Beaches: San Diego County embodies the perfect southern California beach culture. With a coastline of serene flat beaches, to majestic cliff beaches that offer the best surfing, snorkeling, boating, fishing, and scuba diving.  

The ever popular Sea World is located in the heart of San Diego County, offering a day of adventure and exploration into the amazing water world. Come and play for the day or even swim with Shamu. Sea lions, otters, seals, and dolphins among others perform with grace and beauty to millions annually.

The world-famous San Diego Zoo, located in beautiful Balboa Park, cares for over 4,000 animals that represent over 800 different species. Whether you prefer the Tiger River, Reptile Mesa, Gorilla Tropics or the children's zoo there's amazing sites to see for people of all ages.

A unique animal safari awaits you at the Wild Animal Park. This 2100-acre preserve blends a breathtaking landscape that closely mirrors the animal's native habitats. Visitors can view and explore the area on designated pathways, or the quiet monorail that circles the park.

LEGOLAND® California is built for Real Family Fun with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions for the whole family to enjoy together.

Other Popular Attractions:

Knotts Soak City

Old Town Tours

Gaslamp Quarter

PETCO Park

San Diego Opera

Seaport Village

Balboa Park