Local San Diego Attractions
There are many reasons why San Diego visitors return again and again. Year round sunshine has to be at the top of the list. San Diego offers some of the finest recreational opportunities in the country, along with a perfect climate with miles of breathtaking coastline and sandy beaches.
The Ocean Beach Hotel is the premier hotel in San Diego's popular beach town, Ocean Beach. The Ocean Beach Hotel is located on the beach and just minutes from renowned attractions like the World-Famous San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, and SeaWorld. The partial list below highlights some of San Diego's outstanding local attractions.
San Diego Zoo
World-famous. 4,000 rare and endangered birds, mammals and reptiles.
6,500 varieties of exotic plants. Features Ituri Forest, Giant Panda
Research Station, Polar Bear Plunge. Open daily.
Park Blvd. & Zoo Place, San Diego 92112
800-628-3066
www.sandiegozoo.org
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
An 1,800-acre wildlife preserve featuring a guided railway tour, "Heart of Africa" safari walk, shows, exhibits, and new Condor Ridge habitat. Open daily 9 a.m.
15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido 92027
760-747-8702
www.sandiegozoo.org/park
SeaWorld San Diego
Killer whales, dolphins, manatees and more. Adventure park. Experience
new Pirates 4-D, high-tech movie adventure. Open daily 10 a.m.
500 Sea World Drive, San Diego 92109
800-SEAWORLD
www.seaworld.com/sandiego
Balboa Park
A diverse array of museums and galleries on 1,200 acres. Dubbed the
Smithsonian of the West. A visitor's center offers complete information
on exhibits, activities and facilities.
1549 El Prado, San Diego 92101
619-239-0512
www.balboapark.org
Legoland California
An interactive family theme park for youngsters 3-11. Rides, shows
and attractions. Open daily.
One Lego Drive, Carlsbad 92008
760-918-LEGO
california.legoland.com