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Things to Do: Outdoor (land) sports

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Cabrillo National Monument
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Stately monument honoring Cabrillo, discoverer of San Diego Bay, is located in Point Loma that overlooks the city and the Bay.

Attraction type: Monument; Lighthouse; National park; Other; Park
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Spanish Village Art Center
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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Torrey Pines State Reserve
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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Balboa Park
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 273 attractions in San Diego

One of the most popular urban parks in the United States, this bucolic paradise is packed with an array of attractions, including the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Attraction type: Park; Garden; Sports complex; Urban park; Museum complex; Playground; Zoo; Theatre; Golf course
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Fashion Valley Shopping Center
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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Mission Beach
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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Noble Canyon
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Bike through oak lined trails and along mountain cliffs: spectacular sights and leg-pumping climbs at Cleveland National Forest.

Attraction type: Biking trail (mountain); Canyon
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San Diego Harbor Excursion
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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GoCar Tours San Diego
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #45 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Scooters that will guide you around using GPS technology. You drive the scooter and have the best time in your life. Free local pickup and drop off from hotels.

Attraction type: All-terrain vehicle trail; Group tour/boat; Tour
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Embarcadero
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #60 of 273 attractions in San Diego

This walkway along San Diego's waterfront gives visitors great views of downtown and a chance to choose from many restaurants along the way.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Biking trail
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South Carlsbad State Beach
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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Humphrey's Lounge
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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Bayside Trail
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #103 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Located near Point Loma, this two mile hike offers vistas of San Diego Bay.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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Cabrillo Tide Pools
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #106 of 273 attractions in San Diego

A short, one mile hike that offers one the opportunity to observe sea life along the shore.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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Razor Point and Beach Trail Loop
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #110 of 273 attractions in San Diego

A two mile hike offering great views of the bay and Pacific Ocean.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Hiking trail
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Sheraton Harbor Island Hotel Jogging Course
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #115 of 273 attractions in San Diego

A scenic public jogging track that skirts San Diego harbor out to Cabrillo National Monument.

Attraction type: Jogging path/track
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Palm Canyon
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #135 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Bike trail located in the Santa Rosa Mountains: mountain and desert landscapes feed your eyes while the rolling trail works your legs.

Attraction type: Biking trail
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Miramar Reservoir
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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Cleveland National Forest
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #204 of 273 attractions in San Diego

Although near major metropolitan centers, this national forest is a well-preserved expanse of scenic beauty.

Attraction type: Forest; National park
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Mission Trails

A lovely course situated next to Lake Murray.

Attraction type: Golf course
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