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San Diego - Beaches, water sports, lakes & rivers


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Things to Do: Beaches, water sports, lakes & rivers

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 273 attractions in San Diego

The USS Midway Museum is a real naval aircraft carrier that served in the United States Navy for 47 years.  Large and very impressive, it has real jets and real airplanes up on the flight deck, that...

Attraction type: Ship; Museum; Speciality museum; Military museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Located in Balboa Park, this center is home to many art galleries and studios.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Torrey Pines State Reserve is a great place for some short hikes with great views of the coastline.  If you are lucky you might spot some bottlenosed dolphins or migrating whales.  Parking fee is $8...

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Beach; Geological formation; Hiking trail; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 273 attractions in San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is an amazing place to take the family for the day. From the fun shows to the amazing visuals, if you like sea life, this is the place to go. Make sure you purchase your tickets in...

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Aquarium; Wildlife park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 273 attractions in San Diego

This popular shopping mall is on multiple levels and gives shoppers a choice of more than 200 stores and boutiques.

Attraction type: Mall; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Along with Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach, Mission Beach forms the coastline of San Diego.

Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 273 attractions in San Diego

One of the west coast's 5 premier surfing spots.

Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Famous for its historic wooden roller coaster, "The Big Dipper," this amusement park offers fun for all ages.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #41 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Ship; Island; Waterway; Maritime museum; Group tour/boat; Tour; Dance club/disco
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #56 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 273 attractions in San Diego

A 4,600-acre aquatic park dedicated to leisure and active sports.

Attraction type: Park; Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #65 of 273 attractions in San Diego

RV campgrounds and uncrowded beaches are what you will find along this popular recreation area in San Diego.

Attraction type: Beach; State park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #69 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #71 of 273 attractions in San Diego

For some great jazz and blues when the sun goes down, try this popular bar and dance club.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #73 of 273 attractions in San Diego

This famous sailing ship docks at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

Attraction type: Ship; Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #141 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #148 of 273 attractions in San Diego
Attraction type: Marina
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #154 of 273 attractions in San Diego

This lake is very popular for bicycling, jogging, walking, rollerblading, and picnicking.

Attraction type: Lake; Trail; Biking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #181 of 273 attractions in San Diego

One-mile long beach features a municipal pier for walking and fishing plus designated areas reserved for swimming and surfing.

Attraction type: Neighbourhood; Beach
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Area encompassing San Diego Bay and surrounding coastline.

Attraction type: Waterway
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