San Diego, United States - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-06-23

San Diego offers a winning combination of sun-drenched beaches, rich culture, and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a family or romantic getaway. Visit the magnificent Balboa Park, enjoy exquisite Mexican cuisine, and discover the city's rich maritime history.

Top things to do in San Diego

Things to do in San Diego include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum, La Jolla Cove. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for San Diego

Here is what 3 days in San Diego look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography · La Jolla
  2. La Jolla Presbyterian Church
  3. La Jolla Cove · La Jolla
  4. Children's Pool Beach

Day 2

  1. Pacific Beach
  2. University of San Diego · Linda Vista
  3. Presidio Park
  4. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park · Old Town
  5. Mission Bay Park · Mission Bay
  6. Mako

Day 3

  1. Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater
  2. The New Children's Museum
  3. San Diego Zoo · Balboa Park
  4. St. Joseph Cathedral, San Diego
  5. Gaslamp Quarter · Downtown
  6. Hotel del Coronado

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in San Diego?

San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum, La Jolla Cove, Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and 9 more. San Diego Zoo: One of the world's leading zoos, with a vast array of animals and impressive habitats.

What can you do in 3 days in San Diego?

Day 1: Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, La Jolla Presbyterian Church, La Jolla Cove, Children's Pool Beach. Day 2: Pacific Beach, University of San Diego, Presidio Park, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Day 3: Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater, The New Children's Museum, San Diego Zoo, St. Joseph Cathedral, San Diego.

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