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15 Best Things To Do in San Diego, California

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About San Diego


While some cities are excessively hyped, San Diego lives up to its fame, owing to its Mediterranean climate and spectacular natural beauty. Besides the gardens and the museums, other attractive sites in San Diego include its Spanish architecture, the Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, and the San Diego Zoo, which is famous all over the world, possibly due to the presence of giant pandas.

To peek into the city’s history and enjoy some retail therapy, visitors can head over to the Old Town State Historical Park, where they can shop, dine, and experience the local historical buildings.

Meanwhile, the beaches in San Diego represent its natural side, with over 68 miles of sand and coastline, offering opportunities for water activities like surfing, swimming, and sunbathing.

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San Diego Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit San Diego? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in San Diego.



Places to Stay in San Diego


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to San Diego. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in San Diego


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in San Diego.



Best Things to do in San Diego, CA


These are the best things to do in the greater San Diego area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in San Diego


Balboa Park

Balboa Park

Based on 2302 Reviews
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

Based on 1001 Reviews
Duffy of San Diego

Duffy of San Diego

Based on 463 Reviews


Museums in San Diego


Balboa Park

Balboa Park

Based on 2302 Reviews
Greene Music

Greene Music

Based on 351 Reviews
BUJU Tattoo

BUJU Tattoo

Based on 283 Reviews


Restaurants in San Diego


Bobboi Natural Gelato

Bobboi Natural Gelato

Based on 2131 Reviews
Classics Malt Shop

Classics Malt Shop

Based on 1085 Reviews
An's Dry Cleaning

An's Dry Cleaning

Based on 795 Reviews


Nightlife in San Diego


Cesarina

Cesarina

Based on 1167 Reviews
Common Stock

Common Stock

Based on 841 Reviews
Siamo Napoli

Siamo Napoli

Based on 813 Reviews


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